John D. Calamia

Male

Drexel Hill, PA

United States

Profile Information:

Lives in:

Drexel Hill, PA

Department:

Upper Darby Fire Department

Title/rank:

Firefighter/Paramedic

Years of public service:

17

Agency structure:

Combination fire department

Top issues in your department:

Budget, Staffing, & Training

Professional Qualifications:

ProBoard/IFSAC Fire Officer IV
ProBoard/IFSAC Fire Instructor II
ProBoard/IFSAC Fire Inspector II
Proboard/IFSAC Rescue Technician
(Rope, Vehicle/Machinery, Confined Space, Trench)
ProBoard/IFSAC HazMat Technician
ProBoard/IFSAC Health & Safety Officer
ProBoard/IFSAC Safety Officer
NREMT Paramedic
PA State Fire Academy Instructor (Ropes & Rigging, High Angle Rescue, & RIT)

Topics you provide training for:

Basic Firefighting
Ropes & Rigging
High Angle Rescue
RIT

Areas of expertise:

Ropes, Rigging, & High Angle Rescue

Bio:

I am a 33 year old Career Firefighter/Paramedic with 17 years experience in both the volunteer and career sides of the fire/rescue service. I am currently employed as a Firefighter/Paramedic assigned to Engine/Tower Ladder 74 of the Upper Darby Fire Department, a mid-sized combination department located just west of the City of Philadelphia. I am currently a PA State Fire Academy Local Level instructor for ropes & rigging, high angle rescue, & RIT. I am also an IBEW Union Trained Journeyman Electrician by trade. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my wife Nicole, daughter Brianna (12), son John Anthony (1), and the family dog Casey.

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