Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

3 yrs

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Fairfax Fire & Rescue Department

Years With Department/Agency

3 yrs

My Training:

Just what the department offers, haven't done outside training. Truck Company Operations School.

About Me:

I am laid back kind of guy. Love God, my family, my friends, my job. Try to enjoy each day and what it brings to the table. Life is to short to be angry or upset. I love doing outdoor activities..ex. hiking, kayaking, fishing. Baseball is the greatest sport, but I enjoy all the other ones too!!

Day Job:

waiter/bartender..part time job

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I have always had the passion to be a firefighter since I was a kid. My father was a firefighter, and that got me really interested in being one. Always going to the firehouse when I was young just influenced me. Love what I do!!

Why I Love Fire/EMS

its the greatest job in the world.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Not enough or inadequate training