Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer, Fire/Rescue Department - Combination, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Hazardous Materials Team Member, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

8yrs

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

gouldsboro pa

Years With Department/Agency

8yrs

My Training:

FF1,HAZMT1,EMT,FP,BIO-HAZZARD,BIO-HAZZARD/TERRORISM, SEVERAL OTHERS

About Me:

I became a firefighter first. After 2 yrs i became a first responder then an EMT. I have a natural drive for emergency service this is what i love. if there is a course online or in a class you can bet i will be there.

Day Job:

self employed--greenhouse and farming retail and wholesale ,landscaping and excavating.

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

realized there is an overwhelming need for a special kind of people out there and that i had what it takes to serve my community, in a way that i considered to be the most important way.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

knowing i can make a difference and saving lives.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

many people feel this job weather paid or volunteer is too dangerous. there fore there is a major need for emergency service personel. also alittle more funding for volunteer companies wouldn't hurt!