Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief

Years in Fire/EMS:

18

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Duffield Fire & Rescue

Years With Department/Agency

15

My Training:

Firefighter II, EMT-I, Vehicle Rescue, Aerial Driver/Operator, HAZ-MAT Ops, Farm Machinery Extrication

About Me:

I have been in the fire service since I was 16. I enjoy helping my community and am proud to serve them.

Day Job:

Home Medical Equipment Service Tech

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To be a help to my community and to help anyone who may be in need.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

it is in my blood!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

declining numbers, training getting harder to get (for volunteer), budget woes