Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Other Senior Command Staff

Years in Fire/EMS:

39

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Nokomis Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

4 months

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Charlotte County Fire/EMS - retired 3 months ago
Sarasota County Fire Department
Seminole County Fire Department

My Training:

Extensive - FFI / FFII / Fire Officer / Instructor / Haz Mat / Tech Rescue / Incident Command / Wildland / Emergency Management / Management / Fire Science / Leadership / EFO

About Me:

Always on the job, looking for the next one.

Day Job:

Teaching

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I saw a bunch of volunteer firefighters fighting a large packing house fire and was able to join in. I was hooked after that.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

AS a firefighter I've worked in other professions, there is nothing better.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety / Recognition / Correct Tactics / Common Sense