Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid, Military/Federal Response Agency

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Hazardous Materials Team Member, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

14

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

NSA Crane FD

Years With Department/Agency

7.5

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Orange County Fire Rescue Reserves: 1994-2001

My Training:

Central Florida Fire Academy: 1994
Department of Defense: 2001-present
Haz-Mat. Technician
Paramedic still in class 2008
Driver Operator (pumper & aerial)
Rope Rescue Technician

About Me:

My Kids are my life. One son 9 y.o. defensive tackle for WRV Wolverines. My oldest daughter is 13 and a cancer survivor, she is my heart and soul. And my youngest daughter is 5 y.o.

Day Job:

EMT and Medic student for Greene Co. Ambulance service.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Grew up around the fire house. I Had no choice, It's in my DNA.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Helping those in need.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Personal accountability and health. Training opportunities (budget cuts, ect.)