Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter, Driver / Engineer, Other

Years in Fire/EMS:

23

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Orbosonia-Rockhill VFC Orbosonia, pa

Years With Department/Agency

23

Web Site:

http://www.mcconnellsburgfire.org

My Training:

Basic and advanced vehicle rescue
Farm rescue
wildland firefighter
Pump Operations 1
Fire Essentials
Hazmat OPs
First aide
CPR
AED
EVOC

About Me:

Joined in 1982-83, left in 1984 for the military. After being honorably discharged from the army, went back to serve the local community with the fire department. Became a fire police about 15 yrs ago. I have held President's and Driver of the year 2 years in a row. Presently Fire Police LT at this time and a driver for the fire/rescue and ambulance vehicles.

Day Job:

Truck driver/laborer

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

wanted to help people

Why I Love Fire/EMS

knowing that i can help my community the best I can with the training I have gotten.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

need for more manpower
more instructors needed to train