Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

16

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Red Oak Vol. Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

4

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.redoakfire.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Was a member of the Grifton Vol. Fire Dept. for several years where I wore many hats from FF to Captain.

My Training:

I am FF I&II certified and also have my EVD certification.

Day Job:

Sheriffs Office Dispatcher

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Wanting to help my community and had several friends who were members that recruited me to join.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Someone has to do it,so why not me.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budget cuts or lack there of,daytime response for volunteer departments,and retention of volunteers.