Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

2

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

East Polk County Volunteer Fire/Rescue

Years With Department/Agency

2

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Past: Fannin County Volunteer Fire/Rescue

My Training:

NPQ-1
NASAR: SAR Tech II
Swift Water Rescue I - TN Assoc of Rescue Squads
(TARS)

About Me:

Retired educator: public school teacher, Ass't Principal, and Principal. Grandfather was in fire service in Columbus for 49 years.

Day Job:

Retired

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Way to serve community, keep in shape, and continue learning and teaching.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Able to assist those in need in community

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budget restraints which cuts back on training and updated equipment.