Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Fire / Arson Investigator, Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

28 Years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

City of York Department of Fire/Rescue Services

Years With Department/Agency

13

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.yorkcity.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Grantley Fire Department

My Training:

FF-I, EMT-B, Vehicle Rescue, Confined Space Rescue, Haz-mat Ops, and Emergency Response to Terroristic Threats.

About Me:

1980 - 1990: Police Officer
1993 - 1995: 911 Dispatcher
1995 - Present: Firefighter/EMT

Day Job:

Owner, Home Res-Q Handyman Services

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Partly for the excitement, and partly for wanting to help others.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

the fellowship

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Post 9/11 lack of funding in the (paid) fire service. This includes the volunteer side of the house as well. Grants just aren't there for career depts. Safety and communication .