Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Battalion Chief / Division Chief, Fire / Arson Investigator

Years in Fire/EMS:

28 Years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

CAL FIRE, All of California

Years With Department/Agency

29

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.fire.ca.gov

My Training:

5 Years FF1, 2 years engine company and 4 years helitack.
5 years Engineer
19 years Captain, 2 years engine company, 5 Years Hand Crew Supervisor, 5 Years Emergency Command Center, 7 Years Fire Prevention/Investigation.

About Me:

I've been around a while and done most every thing the Department has to offer. I've always moved around looking for a challenge, but the challenge is making it to the end of the shift.

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.greggutierrezfishing.com

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I thought it was a cool summer time job, and to get money for college. The next thing you know I was promoting in the department.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It's always a challeng and ther's always some thing new going on.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Being aggressive in our jobs and still being able to go home after the shift.