Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

18

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Buckhannon Fire/Rescue

Years With Department/Agency

18

My Training:

Firefighter I,II Rescue Tech, Hazmat Tech, EMT-B, Pro Board Pumps, and aerial. Rope Ops, Confined Space Ops, Member of the WV Regional Response Team stationed at the Buckhannon Station

About Me:

I am a proud father and husband. I am all about family. The fire dept is second to them, but I am very serious about being professional about my job and keeping up with time. At this time in my position at the fire dept. I am an avid outdoorsman and love to hunt for big whitetails.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

First I joined the fire dept. as a volunteer, to help the community. After 11 years I got the chance to test for a full time position and got it.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

what other job can you be lifting weights one minute and saving a life the next

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Accountability and training