Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Lieutenant, Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

27

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Toledo Fire-Rescue Department, Toledo, Ohio

Years With Department/Agency

16

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Goose Creek City Fire Department, Goose Creek, South Carolina.
Oregon, Ohio Fire Department

My Training:

IFSAC certified: Firefighter I & II, Fire Investigator, Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor, Haz-Mat Op.'s, CISD, WMD Command, NIMS I, II, III, IV, Multiple Command Schools.

About Me:

44 year old, separated father of two sons (18 & 16) and a 19 year old step-daughter. Huge Ohio State Buckeye fan. Avid sports fan: Baseball, Football, Golf, Hockey,Basketball, & Soccer. Love to read, travel, and follow kids sports and just be dad. Also love cats and dogs (especially mine).

Day Job:

See above

Relationship Status:

Separated

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

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Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I have loved and been drawn to the fire service for as long as I have had a memory. It has simply ALWAYS been in my blood. As well, I have an overwhelming sense of service to others...there is no better way to serve than through what I have always loved...the fire service.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

See above

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budgets, staffing, and keeping up with relevant, foundational training.