Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Lieutenant

Years in Fire/EMS:

17

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

German Township Fire/EMS

Years With Department/Agency

17

My Training:

Hold FF Level II; EMT-P; HAZMAT Operations; Rope Rescue: Water Rescue; Trench Rescue

About Me:

Hold several positions with my department (training officer, personnel, fire prevention, etc.). These keep me busy most of the time. My son keeps me busy the other time with his activities.

Day Job:

FF/EMT-P

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Wanted to serve in my local community as a volunteer and things just snowballed. Caught the "bug" and it's been downhill ever since.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The Brotherhood

Top Issues Facing Responders:

1. Training
2. Improper equipment
3. Lack of funding