Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

20 Plus years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Rialto Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

20 Years/Rialto Fire

Dept. Web Site:

http://djarvis@confire.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Hemet Valley Ambulance, Cathedral City Fire

My Training:

Paramedicine, Tech. Rescue, Hazardous Materials,Driver/Operator,Certified Company officer training,

About Me:

I like taking something chaotic and turning it into something somewhat controllable in order to mitigate the situation.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

The always ever increasing challenge of public service has fascinated me since I can remember.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

We are the unsung heros and I prefer it that way.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budget Cuts
Browning out Units and closing of fire stations.
Doing more with less units less stations less pay