Town of Marshfield, MA - Our Personnel

Chief Kevin C. Robinson – Chief Robinson was appointed a call Firefighter on July 1, 1978, a career Firefighter on September 10, 1979, promoted to Deputy Fire Chief on February 25, 1985 appointed Lieutenant on July 1, 1994, and reinstated as Deputy Fire Chief on October 20, 2000. He was appointed to the position of Fire Chief on February 24, 2003. The Chief has been an EMT since 1982, has an Associate degree from Massasoit Community College, a Bachelors degree from Salem State College in fire science. He has completed the Chief Fire Officer Program at Massachusetts Firefighting Academy and is the graduate of the Executive Fire Officer Program at National Fire Academy.

Deputy Chief Jack D. Beagle – Deputy Beagle was appointed a career Firefighter on July 11, 1977. promoted to Fire Lieutenant on November 19, 1982 and promoted to Fire Captain on February 22, 1988 and appointed Deputy Fire Chief on May 27, 2002. Deputy Beagle serves as our Fire Prevention Officer and Fire Investigation team leader. The Deputy has been an EMT since September 16, 1994. Jack has attained an Associates degree in Fire ScienceAssociate program from Massasoit Community College and is a graduate of the the Chief Fire Officer training program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. Jack is a CPR and First Aid Instructor. He is also a certified State EMT Examiner

Captain George P Kirk – Appointed a career Firefighter on July 1, 1974. He was promoted to Lieutenant on July 9, 1979 and promoted to the position of Fire Captain on February 22, 1988 and serves as the Shift Commander on Group 4. Captain Kirk is a member of Fire Investigation team. Captain Kirk is an EMT and has an Associates degree from Massasoit Community College in fire science. He is a graduate of the Chief Fire Officer Program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy.

Captain Louis J. Cipullo - Appointed a call Firefighter on September 22, 1980, a career Firefighter on September 15, 1986. Promoted to Lieutenant in October, 2000, and promoted to Captain on June 5, 2006. Captain Cipullo is assigned to Station 3 Group 3 and is our fire alarm repair technician. Captain Cipullo has been an EMT since 1988 and advanced to the Intermediate Level. He is a graduate of the Chief Fire Officer training program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. Captain Cipullo also serves as one of the department training officers.

Captain William Hocking - Appointed a career Firefighter on September 15, 1986. He was promoted to Lieutenant on September 25, 2000, was appointed to the position of temporary Fire Captain on June 11, 2002 and permanently appointed Captain effective April 30, 2003. Captain Hocking serves as the Shift Commander on Group 3, has been an EMT since June 22, 2000. He also has completed the Chief Fire Officer Program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy.

Captain Shaun W Robinson - Appointed a career Firefighter on September 15, 1986. Promoted to Lieutenant on May 24, 1991. Lt. Robinson who is assigned to Station 1 Group 2 serves as the department dive master. Lieutenant Robinson has been an EMT since May, 1993. He is enrolled in a fire science Associates program and is a graduate of the Chief Fire Officer training program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. On January 9th, 2006 Shawn was promoted to Captain.

Lieutenant Brian P. Holmes - Appointed a career Firefighter on July 10, 1977. Promoted to Lieutenant on February 29, 1988. Lt. Holmes is assigned to Station 1 Group 2. Lieutenant Holmes has been an EMT since June, 1978.

Lieutenant Richard Connors - Appointed a Firefighter on February 8, 1988. Promoted to Lieutenant on May 21, 1996. Lt. Connors is assigned to Station 2 Group 1. and has been an EMT since March 8, 1989.

Lieutenant Donald Dixon – Appointed a call Firefighter September 22, 1980, a career Firefighter on August 31, 1987 and promoted to Lieutenant on January 28, 2002. Lt. Dixon is assigned to Station 1 Group 3. Lieutenant Dixon has been an EMT, Intermediate Level, since June 25, 1996 and has an Associates degree from Massasoit Community College in fire science. Lt. Dixon has completed the Chief Fire Officer Program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy.

Lieutenant A. Edward Ochiltree - Appointed a call Firefighter September 26, 1977, career Firefighter on April 15, 1985. Appointed Lieutenant on June 9, 2002. Lt. Ochiltree is assigned to Station 2 Group 4 and serves as one the department training officers . Additionally, Ed is one of the Student Awareness Fire Education instructors. Lieutenant Ochiltree has been an EMT since 1979, and advanced to the Intermediate Level in 1997 and is enrolled in a fire science Associates program. He is also a graduate of the Massachusetts Fire Academy, and has completed the Chief Fire Officer Program.

Lieutenant Pamela Palardy - Firefighter Palardy was appointed a career Firefighter on November 29, 1996. Firefighter Palardy is assigned to Station 3 Group 2 and has been a paramedic since January, 1992. One of our Student Awareness Fire Education instructors, Pamela has her Assciate"s Degree in Fire Science from Quincy College, and now is the President of the Fire Fighters Union Local 2568. She was promoted to Lieutenant effective February 13, 2008.

Lieutenant EMT-P James Campbell Firefighter Campbell was appointed a career Firefighter on May 15, 2000 as part of our transition to operating an ALS ambulance service. Firefighter Campbell is assigned to Station 2 Group 3 and has been a paramedic since his hiring date. He was certified as a Firefighter 1/II by the Fire Training Council. He is a graduate of the Massachusetts Fire Academy fire officer, supervisory traning.. Jim is the Vice President of the Marshfield Firefighters Local 2568. On February 7th, Jim was promoted to Lieutenant. He is a graduate of the Chief Fire Officer training program.

Firefighter EMT-I Arthur Ayre III - Firefighter Ayre was appointed a call Firefighter on September 24, 1977, and appointed a career Firefighter on November 14, 1983. Firefighter Ayre is assigned to Station 1 Group 4 is an EMT and advanced to intermediate level inJuly, 1995

Firefighter EMT Thomas Hickie - Firefighter Hickie was appointed a career Firefighter on July 11, 1994. Firefighter Hickie is assigned to Station 2 Group 4 and has been an EMT since August of 1995. Tom is a member of the Fire Department Dive Team.

Firefighter EMT-P Anthony Boccuzzo - Firefighter Boccuzzo was appointed a call Firefighter in November of 1995 and appointed a career Firefighter on December 15, 1997. Firefighter Boccuzzo is assigned to Station 2 Group 1 and was a paramedic prior to his employment with the Marshfield Fire Department. He is a member of the Fire Department Dive Team. Anthony is also a member of the Plymouth County Dive Team. He holds a Bachelors degree from Salem State College in fire science.

Firefighter EMT-I William C. Taylor - Firefighter Taylor was appointed to the Marshfield Fire Department as a career Firefighter on September 15, 1986. Firefighter Taylor is assigned to Station 1 Group 2, and has been an advanced EMT since July 21, 1995. Firefighter Taylor has an Associates degree in fire science and was awarded his degree on June 6, 1989.

Firefighter EMT-P Joseph Kalinowski - Firefighter Kalinowski was appointed a career Firefighter on June 1, 1998. Firefighter Kalinowski is assigned to Station 2 Group 1and has been a paramedic since February, 1998. Joe has also become a member of the Dive Team, effective Febrary 1, 2006.

Lieutenant EMT- Thomas Corbo. - Lt. Corbo was appointed a career Firefighter on July 11, 1994. Firefighter Corbo is assigned to Station 2 Group 2 and has been an EMT since August 4, 1995. He is a graduate of the Massachusetts Fire Academy fire officer supervisory training program. Tom was promoted to Lieutenant effective 5/14/06.

Firefighter EMT-I G. James Hensley - Firefighter Hensley was appointed a career Firefighter on December 19, 1994. Firefighter Hensley is assigned to Station 3 Group 1 and has been an EMT since May 4, 1994, and advanced to intermediate level on May 12, 2000. Jim is the Treasurer of the Marshfield Firefighters Local 2568.

Firefighter EMT Kevin H. Powell. - Firefighter Powell was appointed a career Firefighter on July 11, 1977. Firefighter Powell is assigned to Station 1 Group 1 and has been an EMT since May, 1991.

Firefighter EMT-P Gary Somero - Firefighter Somero was appointed a career Firefighter on May 15, 2000 as part of our transition to operating an ALS ambulance service. Firefighter Somero is assigned to Station 3 Group3 and is a paramedic. He serves as one of our Student Awareness Fire Education instructors. Gary is Co-chairman of MDA, as well as a CPR Instructor.

Firefighter EMT-P Gary Richard Firefighter/Paramedic. Richard was appointed a career Firefighter on May 15, 2000 as part of our transition to operating an ALS ambulance service. Firefighter Richard is assigned to Station 3 Group 1, and is enrolled in a fire science Associates degree program. He was certified as a Firefighter 1/11 by the Fire Training Council. Gary is also one of the department's EMS Coordinators

Firefighter EMT-P Greg Hall Firefighter Hall was appointed a career Firefighter on May 15, 2000 as part of our transition to operating an ALS ambulance service. Firefighter Hall is assigned to Station 3 Group 2, and is a paramedic. Greg has received an Associate's Degree from Massasoit Community College.

Firefighter EMT-P Robert Whitman Firefighter/Paramedic Whitman was appointed a career Firefighter on May 15, 2000 as part of our transition to operating an ALS ambulance service. ~Firefighter Whitman is assigned to Station 3 Group 4. He was certified as a Firefighter 1/11 by the Fire Training Council. Recently, Bob has assumed the position of EMS Coordinator effective January 1, 2006.

Firefighter EMT-P Lori Joyce - Firefighter Joyce was appointed a career Firefighter on December 15, 1997. Firefighter Joyce is assigned to Station 3 Group 3 and was hired as a Firefighter/Paramedic. She was certified as a Firefighter 1/II by the Fire Training Council. Lori is enrolled in the Fire Science Degree Program at Cape Cod Community College.

Firefighter EMT Edward Shanley Firefighter Shanley was appointed a career Firefighter on February 2, 1987. Firefighter Shanley is assigned to Station 3 Group 3 and is an EMT. Firefighter Shanley is a member of the Fire Department Dive Team. Edward has an Associate's Degree from Massasoit Community College in Fire Science.

Firefighter EMT-P Daniel Driscoll - Firefighter Driscoll was appointed a career Firefighter on March 29, 1999. Firefighter Driscoll is assigned to Station 3 Group 4 and is a paramedic.

Firefighter EMT-I William Chiano - Firefighter Chiano was appointed a career Firefighter on July 11, 1994. Firefighter Chiano is assigned to Station 1 Group 3 has been an EMT since June 24, 1993 and advanced to intermediate level in July, 1999. He is one of our Student Awareness Fire Education instructors and serves as an MDA co- chairman.

Firefighter EMT-P Enda “Gerry” Holland - Firefighter Holland was appointed a career Firefighter on January 29, 2001. Firefighter Holland is assigned to Station 3 Group 2 and has been a paramedic since August,2000.

Firefighter EMT-P Tobin Williams - Firefighter Williams was appointed a career Firefighter on February 12, 1996. Firefighter Williams is assigned to Station 2 Group 3 and has been a paramedic since December, 1994. Effective January 1, 2006 Tobin became a member of the Fire Department Dive Team.

Firefighter EMT-P Michael LaSelva - Firefighter LaSelva was appointed a career Firefighter on October 2, 2000. Firefighter LaSelva is assigned to Station 3 Group 1 and has been a paramedic since July 21, 2000.

Firefighter EMT Herbert (Bert) Koelsch - Firefighter Koelsch was appointed a career Firefighter on September 15, 1986. Firefighter Koelsch is assigned to Station 3 Group 2 and has been an EMT since October 9, 1997. He serves on the fire investigation team. Bert attended Babson College and has a Bachelor of Science Degree.

Firefighter EMT-P Eric Morgan - Firefighter Morgan was appointed a career Firefighter on April 30, 2001. Firefighter Morgan is assigned to Station 3 Group 3 and is a paramedic. He is a graduate of Massachusetts Firefighter Academy recruit class # 145, and is certified as a Firefighter 1/11 by the Fire Training Council. Eric presently servies as Union Secretary, Local 2568.

Firefighter EMT-P Ronald Allard - Firefighter Allard was appointed a career Firefighter on August 1, 2001. Firefighter Allard is assigned to Stationc2 Group 2 and has been a paramedic since his hiring date. He is graduate of Massachusetts Firefighter Academy recruit and is certified as a Firefighter 1/11 by the Fire Training Council.

Firefighter EMT-P Kurt Lincoln - Firefighter Lincoln was appointed a career Firefighter on August 12, 2002. Firefighter Lincoln is assigned to Station 3 Group 2 and is a paramedic. He is graduate of Massachusetts Firefighter Academy recruit class # 153, and is certified as a Firefighter 1/II by the Fire Training Council.

Firefighter EMT-P Kerrie A Carver - Firefighter Carver was appointed a career Firefighter on May 5, 2003. She is assigned to Station 3, Group 4 and is a paramedic. She is a graduate of Massachusetts Firefighter Academy recruit class #159 and is certified as a Firefighter 1/II by the Fire Training Council.

Firefighter EMT-P Richard S. Topham - Firefighter Topham was appointed a career Firefighter on July 21, 2003. He is assigned to Station 3, Group 3 and is a paramedic. He is a graduate of Massachusetts Firefighter Academy recruit class #160 and is certified as a Firefighter 1/II by the Fire Training Council. He is a EMS Coordinator.

Firefighter EMT-P Richard Pineo - Firefighter Pineo began his career with the Marshfield Fire Department as a Call Firefighter. Effective June 7, 2004, Richard became a permanent FireFighter. He graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy, class #164 and is an EMT-Paramedic. Richard is assigned to Station 3, Group1.

Firefighter EMT-P Daniel Isenor - Firefighter Isenor joined the Marshfield Fire Department on February 14, 2005. He attended Bridgewater State College, and is currentlhy enrolled at Bristol Community College. Daniel is an experienced Paramedic, and came to us from the private sector. He has successfully completed recruit training at the Fire Academy. Daniel serves at Station 3, Group 1. Dan currently is the Mmember-at large for Local 2568, Firefighters Union.

Firefighter EMT-P Peter T. Degnan -Peter became a Marshfield Firefighter on April 19, 2005, and was previously employed in the private ambulance service. Currently he is attending Paramedic training and has graduated from the Mass Firefighting Academy's recruit training program. Peter is at Staion 3, Group 2.

Firefighter EMT-P Kevin A. Yeaton - Kevin is another new Firefighter who recently became employed by the Marshfeild Fire Department effective April 19, 2005. He is an experienced paramedic and attended Mass Bay Community College, as well as Dean College. He has successfully completed recruit training at the Fire Academy in Stow, MA. Kevin is at Station 3, Group 4.

Firefighter EMT-P Nathaniel Powell - Nathaniel joined the Marshfield Fire Department on 10/3/05, and has started his training program under the direction of the Training Officers. He will also be attending the Fire Academy's recruit training program. Nathaniel is following in his Grandfather's and Father's footsteps. Nate is assigned to Station 3, Group 3, and has completed his Paramedic Training, Nathaniel recently graduated from the Mass Fire Academy in Stow, MA.

Firefighter EMT William Shields Willioam was hired April 3, 2006. William was previously a Call Firefighter .William has graduated from the Massachusetts Fire Fighting Academy. He is in Station 3, Group l. On September 18, 2006, Bill completed his paramedic training.

Firefighter EMT-P Craig Robinson Craig was hired April 3, 2006. Craig was previously a Call Firefighter. Craig has completed his Paramedic training effective August 30. Craig graduated fron the Massachusetts Fire Fighting Academy on March 30, 2007. He is in Station 3, Group 3.

Firefighter EMT-P Sharon Leone Sharon was hired July 26, 2006. Sharon has been a paramedic for more than 6 years, has 911 experience in both a fire department ambulance system and a private company. Sharon will receive indoctrination training under the direction of the department training officers, EMS Coordinator, and shift commander beginning with the EMS role. Sharon is a graduate of the Fire Academy and was a former Cohasset Firefighter.

Firefighter EMT-P John Bandzul John joined the Marshfield Fire Department effective September 18, 2006. Firefighter Bandzul has completed his training at the Mass Fire Fighting Academy. John is temporarily assigned to Group 3.

Firefighter EMT-P Michael Caggiano Michael was hired effective September 18, 2006. Michael has completed his training at the Massachusetts Fire Academy. Michael formerly worked as a Firefighter in Ware, MA.

Firefighter EMT-P Dana Unangst Dana was a Call Firefighter and has recently been hired as a permanent Firefighter effective January 8, 2007. He graduated from the the Massachusetts Fire Academy on March 30, 2007. Dana has completed his Paramedic training.

Firefighter EMT P - Matthew Cohen Matthew was hired on July 9, 2007. Formerly with Fallon Ambulance Service, he received his Paramedic Certificate in 2006. He will be attending the Fire Fighting Academy in Stow, MA. for the12 week recruit program. Matthew is assigned to Group 2, Station 3.

Firefighter EMT Todd LaPorte Todd was amoung the 4 new recruits recently hired by the Marshfield Fire Department on July 9, 2007. He is currently attending Paramedic School and will also be attending the Fire Fighting Academy. Todd has been assigned to Group 1, Station 3.

Firefighter EMT-P Nicholas Lyons Nick was hired as a permanent Firefighter on July 9, 2007. He was a Call Firefighter for the Marshfield Fire Department from August of '04 until his hire date. Formerly Nick was with American Medical Response. Currently,Nick is attending Paramedic School. He will also be attending the Fire Fighting Academy in the near future. Nick is assigned to Group 3, Station 3. Nick has completed his Paramedic Training, effective May 08.

Firefighter EMT-P Brian Nickerson Brian is among the 4 new recruits who were hired on July 9, 2007. Brian was formerly an EMT-Paramedic for EASCARE Ambulance prior to his joining Marshfield Fire Department. As with his fellow firefighters, he will also attend the Fire Firefighting Academy. Brian is a second generation firefighter following in his Dad's footsteps - a retired Hull firefighter. Brian will report to Station 3, and be in Group 4.

Firefighter EMT-Patrick Daley Patrick was a Call Firefighter and became a permanent Firefighter effective January 28. 2008. Patrick was previously employed by Fallon Ambulance Service. Patrick will eventually attend the Massachusetts Fire Fighting Academy in Stow, MA., where he will attend the recruit training program.

Firefighter EMT-Paramedic David Lagerblade David joined the Marshfield Fire Department on August 4, 2008. Previously, David worked for the Mass State Police Department as a dispatcher and at the same time worked as a Paramedic in Carver. He also workede as an EMT for Fallon Ambulance Service. He will be attending the Fire Fighting Academy on September 29, 2008.

Captain Gerard Cashman - Appointed a career Firefighter on November 4, 1974. He was promoted to Lieutenant on February, 1988 and promoted to the position of Fire Captain on May 9, 1991 and serves as the Shift Commander on Group 1. Captain Cashman is a rescue diver and is a member of the Massachusetts Hazardous Material Response Team. Captain Cashman has been an EMT since December, 1996. He also has completed the Chief Fire Officer Program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. Captain Cashman retired from the Marshfield Fire Department on December 16, 2005.

Captain Albert Carpenter – Appointed a career Firefighter on December 17, 1973. He was promoted to Lieutenant in May of 1975 and was promoted to the position of Fire Captain on May 19, 1990 and serves as the Shift Commander on Group 2. Captain Carpenter has been an EMT since February 22,2001. He holds an Associates degree in

fire science and has completed the Chief Fire Officer Program at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. Captain Carpenter serves as one of our Student Awareness Fire Educations Instructors.

Firefighter EMT-P Edward Giannetti - Firefighter Giannetti was appointed a career Firefighter in July, 1977. Firefighter Giannetti is assigned to Station 3 Group 4 and has advanced from EMT to EMT- paramedic on April 28, 1999. He is an EMS Coordinator/Infection Control Assistant and is a member of the Fire Department Dive Team. Ed retired from the Marshfield Fire Department on January 31, 2006.

Firefighter EMT Mark W. Melvin - Firefighter Melvin was appointed a provisional Firefighter on October 9, 1972 and appointed a career Firefighter on July 11, 1977. Firefighter Melvin is assigned to Station 3 Group 4 is an EMT and serves on the fire investigation team.

Firefighter EMT Robert Neary - Firefighter Neary was appointed a career Firefighter on January 14, 1980. Firefighter Neary is assigned to Station 3 Group 2 has been an EMT since July, 1993. Firefighter Neary retired December 30, 2004.

Firefighter James E. Johnson - Appointed a provisional Firefighter July 1974 and appointed a career Firefighter on July 11, 1977. Firefighter Johnson is assigned to Station 3 Group 2. Jim retired from the Department January 12, 2004.

Firefighter EMT John Templeton - Firefighter Templeton started his career as a Firefighter on July 11, 1974. Firefighter Templeton is assigned to Station 3 Group 3 and is an EMT. John has an Associates degree from Massasoit Community College. Firefighter Templeton retired effective April 30, 2005.

Firefighter EMT Paul Chiano Sr. - Firefighter Chiano was appointed a career Firefighter on July 1, 1974. Firefighter Chiano is assigned to Station 1 Group 2 and has been an EMT since June, 1993. Paul retired July 8, 2006.

Firefighter EMT-I Clifton Woodard - Firefighter Woodard was appointed as a provisional Firefighter in July 17, 1972, a call Firefighter on September 26, 1977 and he was permanently appointed on November 21, 1982. Firefighter Woodard is assigned to Station 1 Group 1 and is an EMT-Intermediate. Firefighter Woodard retired effective July 5, 2006.

Firefighter EMT John Simeone - Firefighter Simeone was appointed a career Firefighter on July 1, 1974. Firefighter Simeone is assigned to Station 3 Group 2 has been an EMT since October 9. 1997. John retired on June 29, 2006.

Firefighter Roy Arena - Appointed a provisional Firefighter September 1973, a call Firefighter September 25, 1977 and appointed a career Firefighter on January 14, 1980. Firefighter Arena is assigned to Station 3 Group 1 and is a member of the Fire Department Dive Team. Firefighter Arena's last day was June 27, 2006.

Firefighter EMT-I Kenneth Melvoen - Firefighter Melvoen was appointed a career Firefighter on Jan 10, 1977. Firefighter Melvoen is assigned to Station 3 Group 4, and is an EMT Intermediate. Ken has received his Associates degree from Massasoit Community College. Ken retired on January 10, 2007.

Firefighter -Stephen P. Kent - Firefighter Kent was appointed to the Marshfield Fire Department July 11, 1977. He was assigned to Station 3. His retirement became effective on June 28, 2007. Firefighter Kent retired June 29, 2007.

Lieutenant Robert Donahue - Appointed a career Firefighter on December 24, 1974. Promoted to Lieutenant on May 2, 1998. Lt. Donahue is assigned to Station 1 Group 3, and serves on Marshfield's fire investigation team. Lieutenant Donahue has been an EMT since December, 1996. Lt. Donahue retired on February 29, 2008.

Lieutenant Wayne N. Marshall - Appointed a provisional Firefighter in 1973, call Firefighter on September 26, 1977 and a career Firefighter in November 14, 1983. Promoted to Lieutenant on July 1, 1994. Lt. Marshall was assigned to Station 1, group 1 and served as one of the fire investigators. Lieutenant Marshall has been an EMT since May,1993. Lieutenant Marshall retired June 28, 2008.