Sven Schievink

, Male

Enumclaw, Wa

United States

Profile Information:

Lives in:
Enumclaw, Wa
Department:
South King Fire & Rescue
Title/rank:
Driver/Engineer
Years of public service:
35 / Retired Dec. 2019
Agency structure:
Paid fire department
Top issues in your department:
Quint vs Truck, Funding, Staffing
Professional Qualifications:
Journeyman FF, FF1 and FF2, Tech Rescue Specialist, IFSAC Driver Engineer, Aerial Operator , EMT - Defib
Topics you provide training for:
FF Safety and Survival, Truck Company operations, RIT/RIC
Areas of expertise:
Forcible Entry, Ventilation , Aerial Positioning, Man Vs Machinery, Tool usage and tool maintenance
Bio:
Started my Fire Service career in 1985 in a Fire Service program at L.H Bates Vo- Tech in Tacoma, WA. I then became a Resident FF for the Federal Way Fire Dept. ( KCFPD # 39 ) , while attending school. After Attending School for 2 yrs , I continued as a Resident Firefighter, and working for an ambulance company. In 1989 I achieved my dream of becoming a career FF, starting work for The City of Edmonds Fire Dept. In 1990 I returned to the Federal Way Fire Dept. as a Career Firefighter. I attended Numerous Firefighting courses continuing my education in the Fire Service. In 1996 I was one of 12 founding members of our Technical Rescue team, and I also became a Member of the FEMA USAR WA-Task Force 1 as a rescue specialist. In 2000 I became a Rescue Squad Leader on the Task Force. After serving on the team 8 yrs., I resigned my position on the team. In 2006 the Federal Way Fire Dept. merged with the Des Moines Fire Dept. , and Became South King Fire & Rescue ! Where I continue to work this day. I have filled many positions in the Dept., Acting Lt., Interim Lt., and Driver Operator. Driver operator is a new position in our organization, before all FF's off of Probation were trained to be drivers, in Jan. 2018 it will be promoted position ! I will be one of them. Founding member of Ladder Co.64 , where I am currently assigned. I still consider myself a student of my profession , and try to attend as much training as I can . Have attended Firehouse World Expo, FDIC, Orlando Fire Conference, and numerous FOOLS Conventions
Web site:
http://pugetsoundfools.com

Comment Wall:

  • Ryan Cox

    Hey there you big paluga!
  • Tim Linke

    I'm good brother!!! Great to hear from you! How are things in the find State of WA? I'm still in the TD for now, but will hopefully be riding a big red fire engine soon! :)
  • Ryan Cox

    That's a pic from Peak Rescue in Joshua Tree Cali. Ever get a chance you gotta do it! I'm heading back in '09. Later buddy.
  • Joseph Fiorica

    Hey Sven,
    Thanks for adding me to your friends list. Hope everything is well up north.
  • Billy lewis

    Oh I'll be there..can't wait. See you all soon brother
  • Dp

    Sven- How are you brother? It's great to see you here. Sorry I was unable to make the convention, I've heard you guys really raised the bar for us for 2009. We'll have fun trying to top it.
    Stay Safe,
  • Ben Simonds

    Hey Sven,
    Seattle rocked that is for sure.My email is bensimonds@hotmail.com send me your home address there. Take care and be safe brother
  • Austin Lindsey

    Thanks Sven
  • Brandon Roark

    brother, i havent forgotten, i promise. It's getting closer though
  • Brent Kaiser

    Sven, Sven, Sven......... Thank you brother. I have tried to post comments on the PSF forum and can't, so I am excited to find everyone here. I feel like a slacker for not knowing about it. Please pass on my families appreciation of everything that you all did for us. Words can't explain it.
  • Brent Kaiser

    Thanks Brother, I wear it with more pride and gratitude than you will ever know, or maybe you will :) Happy Holidays to you my friend.
  • Chris Frost

    Hey brother good to see you on here. Are you and Shane keeping Snyder out of trouble? Happy Holidays