Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief

Years in Fire/EMS:

18

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Highland Hose VFC

Years With Department/Agency

18

Dept. Web Site:

http://highlandhose.com

My Training:

Essentials, Initial Fire attack, Fire attack II, Auto Extrication, Pump School, Fire Policex2, Incedent Command, Highway Safety Awareness, Mutual Aid Resource mngt, Fireground Responsibility,Lightweight & New Construction effects,Rollover Prevention Safety, Thermal Imaging ops, Life and Safety Educators, Mercy flight ground school, Improving Fire Attack, Haz-Mat Awareness, Water Rescue Awareness, Amkus
ICS 100,200, 700,400,800

About Me:

My grandfather retired from the city of Lackawanna NY fire dept.
He served from 1946-1976. Some of my fondest childhood memories are going to the old firehouse on Ridge Rd. Sliding down the pole, feeding the dog,"yes they had a Dalmation". Just hanging out at the firehouse whenever I could. My dad was a volly with Newton Abbott in the mid to late 70's.
My career with Highland began in 1991 and I've spent:
8 yrs Firefighter
4 yrs Lieutenant
2 yrs Captain
In my 4th year as Asst Chief
Badge# 93
I'm very proud of our Fire Prevention Program.

Day Job:

Insurance claims

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I 've been around the fire service all of my life. My grandfather was a paid firefighter, and my father was a volnteer.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The brotherhood

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Recruitment and Retention