Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Fire Chief / Chief of Department

Years in Fire/EMS:

24

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Soperton/Treutlen Co FD

Years With Department/Agency

22

My Training:

FF 2; HAZMAT Tech; Fire Instructor 1; Structural Fire Control Instructor; EMS Level 1 Instructor

About Me:

Over the past 24 years I have served as an EMT/Paramedic, FF, Deputy Sheriff, and EMA Director

Day Job:

Paramedic/FF

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I joined Fire/EMS because I like to be there when someone needs help.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The Brotherhood

Top Issues Facing Responders:

The Economy people being laid off from work, stations being closed, and the government cutting back on public safety