Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Fire Chief / Chief of Department, Training Officer, Safety Officer

Years in Fire/EMS:

6 yrs

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Riverside Volunteer Fire Dept Riverside,Texas

Years With Department/Agency

6 yrs

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

None

My Training:

Basic Certified FF with S.F.F.M.A.
Level II Instructor-S.F.F.M.A.
Certifying Coordinator-S.F.F.M.A.
Training Officer
Safety Officer
Chief

About Me:

Joined F.D. in 2003 green, knew nothing about fire fighting. Went to couple of station drills where my intrest was peaked even more. Attended Texas A&M fire school the same year. Thats all it took to get me hooked. From there went to as many schools as possiable with out breaking the F.D. bank. Aquired all hours in my basic fire fighting certifacation. Took me 2 1/2 yrs to cpmplete. Promoted to capt. of the training dept there shortly after. Attended E.M.T.-B class and passetd. Just havent taken national registry test. Studied to be a fire instructor. Aquired Level II status with S.F.F.M.A.

Day Job:

T.D.C.J.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To do something productive with my life other than work, eat and sleep then do it all over again the next day. I get great satisfaction helping others in need.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Pure adrinalin rush even after 6 yrs