Robie's Page

Hometown:

Ellijay Ga

I Live: (City, State)

Jasper Ga

Years in Fire/EMS:

7

Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:

I started in the fire service for the excitment and to help others, I stayed for the Brotherhood

Relationship Status:

Other

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Bent Tree Fire Department, Jasper, GA

Department Type:

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Rank/Role There:

Training Officer, Lieutenant, Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years With This Department/Agency

2

Other Past or Current Departments:

Gilmer County Fire Rescue, Ellijay Fire Department

My Training:

NPQ ff1, Instructor 1, Inspector 1, Hazmat Operations, EMT I

About Me:

I started in the fire service shortly after 9-11. Became a volunteer at Gilmer County Fire in Ellijay and shortly after became paid, part time. After becoming full time I dedicated myself to getting as much training as possible and becoming the best that I could be.

Side Jobs or Other Organizations:

Wedding Photography

Personal Site/Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/robiearnold

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Short Staffing, Low pay, not enough involvement from politicians.

I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:

my brothers and sisters