Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Firefighter, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

6 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Atascocita volunteer fire department, Harris county,Texas

Years With Department/Agency

6 years

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.avfd.com

My Training:

firefighter B , Engineer, non-med driver

Day Job:

Journeyman Electrician

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/pipeman1964

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I become a firefighter because there was a need in the community for more firefighters and I wanted to help any way I could.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

the pride of helping other people.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

I feel that training , safety and morale are the top issues facing the fire/ems service today