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Fire department names new engineers, adds rescue diver and finalizes orientation manual; Fire Prevention Week drew large attendance
Summary
Port Washington fire department announced promotions to engineer for two firefighters, welcomed a new rescue diver from Grafton, highlighted a final paramedic tuition payment, rolled out an expanded firefighter orientation manual and reported 250–300 visitors during Fire Prevention Week activities.
Port Washington’s fire leadership told the Public Facilities Commission on Oct. 13 that it plans to promote two paid-on-call firefighters to engineer, has a new rescue diver available through cooperation with a neighboring department, and has completed a revised firefighter orientation manual.
The department said it intends to promote firefighter Rick Lathrop and firefighter Ricky Gilson to the rank of engineer after an oral interview, written assessment and practical assessment. The promotions apply to part‑time positions and do not require PFC approval, the chief said. The department also said full‑time firefighter EMT Nick Kelly is completing tuition for paramedic school and that full‑time firefighter‑paramedic McKenna Crim will be included in an upcoming badge‑pinning.
The chief introduced a new rescue diver — identified as a Grafton firefighter with extensive dive certifications — who will be available to respond to local dive calls; the department said the member lives nearby and requires little onboarding.
The department included a comprehensive firefighter orientation manual in the commission packet, developed with Deputy Chief Boettcher and Lieutenant Beck. The chief described the manual as extensive and intended to standardize training for new firefighters.
Fire Prevention Week activities included an open house that attracted an estimated 250–300 guests and school visits to local elementary schools for safety presentations and vehicle tours.
