Type of Organization

Military/Federal Response Agency

Job Function

Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

21/25

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

US Forest Service, US Army

Years With Department/Agency

12

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Chico Paramedic Rescue, Red Bluff Ambulance, US Army Medical Clinic/Ambulance, Glenn County Sheriff's Office, Westside Ambulance, Tehama County Ambulance.

My Training:

Strike Team/Task Force Leader, Crew Boss, Medical Unit Leader, Firing Boss, Staging Area Manager, Engine Academy, Basic and Advanced JATC Academy, Level II Law Enforcement Officer, Life Support EMT, Tools and Equipment Specialist, Auto Extracation, Hazardous Materials Response Team, Training Officer, CPR Instructor, Arson Investigation.

About Me:

Always wanted to be a fireman. In 1954, when I was 5, my dad broke my heart when he told me girls couldn't do that. 15 years later, I proved him wrong as spent 21 years in fire. I also worked on ambulances on my days off and between working for various fire agencies. In 1995 I took a bad fall on a fire and injured my c-spine. After rehab, 3 years later, the doc told me no more firefighting. I am retired now but I was lucky enough to spend 21 years at my dream job. 4 year ago, I developed Multiple Chemical Sensitivity from an over exposure to some chemicals and now have to stay away from any fragrances and chemicals, so I am basically homebound.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Always wanted to be a fireman. It was my dream.