Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

President / Administrator / Commissioner

Years in Fire/EMS:

23

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Vandergrift #1 Fire/Rescue Vandergrift, PA

Years With Department/Agency

13

Dept. Web Site:

http://vfr51.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Lower Kiski Ambulance Service
Freeport Ambulance Service

My Training:

EMT,FF2,Fire Officer 1,BVR Tech,SVR Tech,BRP Tech,Veh Machinery Tech,Fire Service Instructor 1, Vehicle Rescue Instructor, Rope Rescue Instructor, EMT Instructor, CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor, Water Rescue Tech,Structural collapse tech, Trench Rescue Tech, Rope Tech,Structure I, Structure II, several other certs

About Me:

have been involved in service since 1986. Only began to seriously train since 1992. Have taken almost every certification available in this area. Continue to look for improvement in training and experience. Looking to become a cave rescue expert next. Went caving with my 12 year old son and fell in love with it.

Day Job:

citizens vol hose co #2 natrona heights, pa

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://ronnied

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

started my career as a US Army Combat Medical Specialist. Just then, they required you become an EMT. Have been doing it since.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

helping others, making a difference, being a part of something bigger

Top Issues Facing Responders:

finances, lack of recruitment