Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department, Industrial/Institutional

Job Function

Training Officer, Lieutenant, Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

15 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Walker County Emergency Services

Years With Department/Agency

15

Dept. Web Site:

http://walkerfireonline.com

My Training:

NPQ 1 firefighter, Haz-mat tech, First Responder Instructor, Confined Space Rescue Certified.

Day Job:

Safety Risk Coordinator

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I love being the one that folks look to for help when they need it.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The feeling I get from helping others

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Staffing of the department. The numbers of volunteers are droping, so retaining them is another great challange.