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Firefighter of the Year

BJ Cauley, Firefighter/Paramedic/FTO

BJ Cauley constantly strives to improve the department in both firefighting and EMS duties. BJ is a 4-year veteran of the department and continually shows a hgih degree of professionalism, diligence, and dedication. BJ holds Firefighter Intermediate, Fire Inspector II, and Fire Officer I Certifications.

 

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EMS Provider of the Year

David Simmons, Firefighter/Paramedic/FTO

David Simmons has over eight years of service with Keller and has always shown a passioin and dedication to EMS. David is recognized for his exceptional EMS skills. He is a Licensed Paramedic and holds Intermediate Firefighter, Fire Officer II, Fire Instruction II, and Hazardous Material Technicial Certifications.

Driver/Operator of the Year

John Bennett, Fire Engineer/Paramedic

John Bennett is committed to providing excellent service to the department and the citizens of Keller. A 10-year veteran of the department, he holds Driver/Operator Pumper, Intermediate Firefighter, Fire Instructor II, and Fire Officer II Certifications.

 

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Officer of the Year

Charles Mitchell, Fire Captain

Charles Mitchell's hard work and innovation has earned his peers' respect and superiors' appreciation. A 20-year veteran of the department, Charles is a Licensed Paramedic and has an Associate Degree in Fire Protection. He also holds Master Firefighter, Master Fire Inspector, Master Fire Arson Investigator, Fire Instructor II, Fire Officer II, and Hazardous Material Technician Certifications.

Fire Administrative Employee of the Year

Debra Van Reenen, Fire Inspector

The Administrative Employee of the Year award was established as a way to recognize all employees in the Keller Fire-Rescue Department. Debra, a three year veteran of the department, was nominated by her peers who describe her as a valuable employee with a commitment to internal and external customer service. She holds Advanced Firefighter, Advanced Fire Inspector, and Advanced Fire Investigator Certifications.

 

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2008 Award Recipients

Jeff Huntley, Firefighter of the Year

Steve Palmer, EMS Provider of the Year

David Jones, Officer of the Year

Sherry Wilson, Fire-Rescue Employee of the Year

Last updated: 5/5/2010 11:33:14 AM