30 Year veteran of the fire service. Previously served as an Engineer in Redwood City, CA. Currently holds rank of Training Captain in Oakland, Ca. Previously Assigned to Eng 13 in the cities Fruitvale District. Current monthly contributor to Fire Engineering Magazine Engine Humpday hangout Podcast. Member of Elkhart Brass Mfg Brass Tacks and Hard facts series discussing hose and nozzle systems and best practices. Chair of Oaklands Hose and Nozzle committee. Oakland Academy Instructor of standpipe operations and hose and nozzle systems