Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Combination

Job Function

Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS), Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

26 Years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Park Forest Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

15 years

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

I started my fire service career with the Richton Park Fire Department 26 years ago. I moved out of that town with 17 years as a Firefighter. 26 years later and I still love this job.

My Training:

Paramedic for 21 years.

About Me:

FF III, Paramedic, FO II, Technical Rescue Training coordinator.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

A desire to give back to others as they have given to me.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

A LOVE FOR THE JOB & BROTHERHOOD

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Volunteer/Part time departments not realizing how good they have it. All the talent of full time Firefighters with a minimal payrole. Plan for the future because one day your Firefighters may asked to be paid for what they do.