Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

28

Years With Department/Agency

one month

Dept. Web Site:

http://Lincoln City, CA

Web Site:

http://southplacerfire.org

My Training:

A/A in fire tech. Certified Fire Officer, Certified Chief Fire Officer, Haz Mat Spec, Paramedic

About Me:

I'm 46, work hard and play hard.

Day Job:

Fire

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I was recruited to play in a department football game and I was going to quit afterward. Well, I didn't quit and decided to hang around for a while. I went to a few fires and I was hooked. This the greatest job on earth!

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It's a rush and I feel good about helping those in need.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety, Technology and Budgets!