Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Other Senior Command Staff, Fire / Arson Investigator, Captain, Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

26

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Union Township Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

26

My Training:

FFII, EMT/Basic, Haz Mat Tech, Water Rescue Tech., Rescue Diver, High Angle Tech., Trench Rescue Tech., numerous other certifications

About Me:

Began my career as a basic firefighter, began taking every class that I had time for, specializing in technical rescue, currently I am Special Ops. Captain and Day Crew Supervisor.

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

For the love of helping people

Why I Love Fire/EMS

passing on the knowledge that I have gained over the years to the up and coming firefighters

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Funding and not enough training