Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Captain, Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

37 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Hammond, In

Years With Department/Agency

29 years

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

I spent 8 years as a firefighter/rescue member in the U. S. Air Force

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Since i was a child i always wanted to help people and i didn't have the money to go to medical school, becoming a firefighter fulfulled my dream.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

For me being able to do something alot of people don't have the chance to do, save a life and give something back to mankind.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

For a job that puts our lives at risk to save other's i feel we are grossly under paid.