Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

9

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Phoenix Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

20

About Me:

I was a fire equipment repair specialist from Sept. 1989 until Jan. 2001. I went into the Phoenix Fire Academy on January 6th 2001. I have 2 kids...Josh is 12 and Jenna is 10. My wife, Jenny , is a realestate agent and we've been married for 14 years.

Day Job:

Mr. Mom.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To quench my desire to help people in need.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I get to go to the fire station and hang out with firefighters all day long. Oh, and help people too!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budget cuts, staffing problems and stress.