““Firefighters are some of the most selfless public servants you will ever encounter. These men and women have the courage to walk into the flame, and the knowledge to come out when the job is done.”
David Campbell | County ID#101 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 33
Education & Training: Firefighter I&II, Vehicle Extrication, HAZMAT Ops, Basic Pump Operator, EMT-B
Positions Held: Captain. 2nd Asst Chief, Board Member
Quote Statement: I have never wanted to be paid for what I do. I am here for the citizens of Amherst County.
Jeff Hilty | County ID #103 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter I, Hazmat
Positions Held: Sr. Member | Lieutenant
Statement: Coming Soon
Shawn Hartman MSc.
| County ID #104 |
FIREFIGHTER | TECH SUPPORT
Cumulative Service Years: 32
Education & Training: Masters of Science, Bachelors of Science, NSTSSI No. 4011-4012, EVOC, HAZMAT In-Service Trainer, Firefighter I, NFA Building Inspector (Wood & Ordinary), NREMT-B, CPR & First Aide, Water Rescue for the First Responder US13555324, LBEC VDOGIF Boat Operator #20232335
Positions Held: Lieutenant | Captain
Statement: I will risk my life to save another. As a US Navy Veteran, and Firefighter I will accomplish this goal thru fire suppression, rescue, code enforcement, public education, fire investigation, and professional development training. It is my duty to provide the best public service to all citizens and visitors of our great city.
Kaleb Miller | County ID #110 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter I & II, Hazmat, Paramedic
Positions Held: Sr. Member
Statement: Coming Soon
Joey Malott | County ID#107 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 18
Education & Training: Fire I&II, HAZMAT, Basic Pump Operator, EVOC 1,2,3, Fire Officer 1, Safety Officer, Swift Water I&II, Swift Water Boat Operator, Extrication, Heavy Extrication
Positions Held: Lieutenant, Captain, Chief
Quote Statement: As a volunteer firefighter and chief at MVFD I am committed to helping the citizens of Amherst County. Volunteering for me is most rewarding as it provides a sense of accomplishment, achievement, and pride in my work, and the collaborative efforts of the department. Learning new skills, making new friends, being part of a team, and giving back to the community makes a difference each and every day.
Austin Robinson | County ID #109 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 6
Education & Training: Firefighter I, EVOC, Vehicle Rescue, HAZMAT, Fema, CPR
Positions Held: Secretary, Lieutenant
Statement: I joined the Fire Department because I was raised in a family surrounded by public safety. I currently hold the rank of LT, and the same badge number as my father has in 1988.
Andrew Esterline | County ID #112 (JM) | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter
Positions Held:
Statement: Coming Soon
John Metz | County ID#114 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 8
Education & Training: Firefighter I&II, HAZMAT Operations, EVOC, Driver, Pump Operator (DPO), Swiftwater Team, ARFF, Mayday Firefighter Down, Through The Lock, Vehicle Rescue Technician, Rope Rescue Technician, Confined Space Technician, EMT-B
Positions Held: NA
Statement: NA
Jordan Coleman | County ID#117 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 2
Education & Training: Firefighter I, CPR, First Aide
Positions Held: NA
Statement: NA
Mack Mays | County ID #122 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter
Positions Held:
Statement: Coming Soon
Claude Esposito | County ID#124 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 46
Education & Training: Forestry 130-190, Basic Pump Operation, Extraction
Positions Held: Secretary, Lt, Captain, Assistant Chief, VP Board (Corp), 10 Year + Rep Board Member for the Fire Department.
Statement: When things get dangerous, firefighters like Claude are the type of people that rush in to save others. With 45+ years of service in handling fires and providing emergency services. Claude is a highly versatile individual who focuses on controlling the situation at hand and ensuring that saving lives comes first. He has skills not only putting out fires, but also helping aide in disaster relief. His ability to quickly assess situations and come up with logical modes of action have earned him a reputation for being a leader as well as a very admired member of the community.
Mark Davis | County ID #125 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter I, Hazmat
Positions Held: Sr. Member
Statement: Coming Soon
Shannon Daniel | County ID #127 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 21
Education & Training: Firefighter I, EMT-B, TECC, HAZMAT, HTR Rope 1, Vehicle Rescue, Heavy Vehicle Rescue, School Bus Extraction, EVOC, Mayday Firefighter, Swift Water Rescue Tech I
Positions Held: 2nd Assistant Chief, Captain Station #1, Captain Station #2, Lieutenant
Statement: I believe what you put into the Fire Service is what you will get out of it. “Never Stop Training”.
Roger Woody | County ID #133 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter I
Positions Held: Sr. Member
Statement: Coming Soon
Joe Padgett | County ID #140 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter I, Engineer
Positions Held: Sr. Member, Engineer
Statement: Coming Soon
Kacie Maddox | County ID #146 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years:
Education & Training: Firefighter I & II, Hazmat
Positions Held: Sr. Member
Statement: Coming Soon
Jason Friend | County ID#147 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 21
Education & Training: Associates in Applied Arts & Science, Machine Tool Diploma, Firefighter I&II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Officer I, HAZMAT Ops, Vehicle & Heavy Truck Rescue, Vehicle Rescue Awareness & Operations, Major Emergency Planning, Driver/Aerial Operator, Rural Water Supply, Basic Pump Operations, Incident Safety Officer, Strategy & Tactics for Initial Company Operations, Ethical Decision Making, Mayday Firefighter Down, LP Gas Emergencies, EVOC, NFPA 1403 Awareness, National Fire Incident Reporting, VADGIF Boat Operations, VDOF ATV Awareness, IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, IS-800, and other FEMA based courses.
Positions Held: Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Secretary
Statement: I chose to become a Firefighter after joining the Emergency Response Team at BWX Technologies. Thru all the training received on the team, I made the decision to further utilize the training and help the citizens of Amherst County. The reward is knowing that you made a difference in a life during an emergency. Time, Commitment, Dedication, and the ability to balance between the three as a volunteer requires a Passion, and Desire to serve others. A volunteer is not a paid profession, but an unselfish act of knowing you are ready to respond to someone in need inside and outside the department. A firefighter must always train, put forth effort and care about each and every situation .
Steve Owen | County ID#148 | FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 21
Education & Training: Firefighter I&II, HAZMAT, Basic Pump Operator, Vehicle Extrication, Incident Safety, LP Gas Emergencies, EVOC, VADGIF Boat Operator, VDOF ATV Awareness, Forestry Firefighting
Positions Held: Lieutenant, Captain, Chief
Statement: Helping people has always been my number one priority. Commitment to serve, Passion to learn, and a Willingness to go the extra mile are a few of the core values I practice each and every day. Fire Prevention and education is vital to the safety of our younger generations. I enjoy providing schools, teachers, and children with tools for success.
Kenneth Coleman | County ID #150 |FIREFIGHTER
Cumulative Service Years: 6
Education & Training: Firefighter I&II, EVOC, LP Emergencies, HAZMAT, Swift Water Rescue I, Boat Operator, FEMA, Forestry 107, EMT-B, CPR, First Aid, AED, Confined Space, Rope Rescue, Aircraft Cert, Incident Command, Engine Co Operations, Thru The Lock, Mayday Firefighter, Engineer, Rope Module I&II, Mass Casualty Incident Command.
Statement: My duty is to protect the community, serve the great citizens of Amherst County, and teach Fire Prevention.