Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

3

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Claryville Volunteer Fire Department- Claryville,NY

Years With Department/Agency

3

My Training:

FF1, FF2, Arson Awareness and Fire Behavior, wildland search and rescue, wildland firefighting, Firefighter Survival, FAST, EVOC, recognizing Cladestine Drug Labs, Courage to be Safe, Truck Company Operations

Day Job:

Diesel Mechanic

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

i joined the fire service because its always been something i have wanted to do. i love to help people and serve my community. ever since i was 5 years old i new i wanted to be a firefighter.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

serving my community and helping others

Top Issues Facing Responders:

fitness traing for firefighters to get in better shape, concerns with hybrid vehicles involved in MVAs. improving radio communications,and preventing LODD