What State do you live in?

IL

Type of Organization

Volunteer Fire Department

Job Function

Firefighter/Driver Operator

Years in Fire/EMS:

6

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

East Side Volunteer Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

6

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.esvfd.org

My Training:

Firefighter II, Fire Apparatus Engineer, Fire Instructor I.

Day Job:

911 Operator

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I joined the fire department at the recommendation of a family friend. He suggested that I join to give me something to do and keep out of trouble after graduating high school.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of training.