Rural Metro Specialty Fire Division

Rural Metro Specialty Fire Division Rural Metro’s Specialty Fire Division specializes in providing fire/EMS services to Airports (AARF

04/17/2026

🔔 Specialty Fire Update: Continued Trust, Continued Success
We’re proud to share several recent and upcoming contract milestones that reflect the trust our partners place in our teams and the professionalism demonstrated every day across our operations:
✅ Volkswagen Chattanooga – Fire & Emergency Services contract re awarded
✅ Volkswagen Arizona Proving Grounds – Fire & Emergency Services contract re awarded
✅ Morristown Municipal Airport – Extension Option Year 1 exercised
These achievements highlight our teams’ commitment to safety, operational excellence, and dependable service in complex, mission critical environments.
Thank you to our firefighters, leadership, and support staff for making these continued partnerships possible.
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🔥 Welcome to the Team, Firefighter Alec Van Fleet! 🔥Rural Metro Specialty Fire – Volkswagen (TN) is proud to welcome Fir...
02/16/2026

🔥 Welcome to the Team, Firefighter Alec Van Fleet! 🔥
Rural Metro Specialty Fire – Volkswagen (TN) is proud to welcome Firefighter Alec Van Fleet to Red Shift!
A native of Knoxville, Tennessee, Firefighter Van Fleet brings extensive experience from Rural Metro Fire – Knox County and the Karns Fire Department, where he served as both Lieutenant and Engineer. His background reflects a strong foundation in operational leadership, apparatus operations, and all‑hazards emergency response.
When asked what inspired him to pursue the fire service, Alec shared:

“I have always wanted to be a part of something bigger than myself. I enjoy helping people and have never seen myself pursuing any other career.”

Now assigned to Red Shift, he remains highly motivated to advance his professional development, with ongoing interests in Advanced EMT (AEMT) training and Technical Rescue disciplines.
Outside of work, Alec enjoys spending time with his wife, Sami, and their two dogs, Bear and Marshall, as well as working on property projects, snowboarding, and RC models.
Please join us in giving Firefighter Van Fleet a warm welcome to the Rural Metro family!

Welcome to the Team, Firefighter Tyler Jones! 🔥Rural Metro Specialty Fire – Volkswagen (TN) is proud to welcome Firefigh...
02/16/2026

Welcome to the Team, Firefighter Tyler Jones! 🔥
Rural Metro Specialty Fire – Volkswagen (TN) is proud to welcome Firefighter Tyler Jones to Blue Shift!
A native of Cleveland, Tennessee, Firefighter Jones brings valuable experience from both the Signal Mountain Fire Department and Bradley County Fire & Rescue. Tyler was drawn to the fire service by a deep desire to help others and to continue a meaningful family tradition in the profession.
Currently assigned to Blue Shift, he is highly motivated to expand his training in Technical Rescue, Hazardous Materials operations, and Advanced EMT (AEMT) certification.
When he’s off duty, Tyler enjoys spending quality time with his wife, his son, and their three dogs, as well as working on hands‑on building projects.
Please join us in welcoming Firefighter Jones to the Rural Metro family!

02/16/2026

Rural Metro Specialty Fire – Volkswagen (TN) is proud to welcome Firefighter Jose Benavides to Green Shift!
A native of Immokalee, Tennessee, Firefighter Benavides brings three years of fire service experience from the Catoosa Fire Department. When asked why he chose a career in the fire service, he shared:

“I enjoy helping others.”

Jose is eager to continue advancing his skills, with a focus on Advanced EMT (AEMT) training.
When off duty, he enjoys spending time with friends.
Please join us in giving Firefighter Benavides a warm welcome to the Rural Metro family!

Welcome to the Team, Firefighter Kalen D. Ogle!Rural Metro Specialty Fire – Volkswagen (TN) is proud to introduce the ne...
02/16/2026

Welcome to the Team, Firefighter Kalen D. Ogle!
Rural Metro Specialty Fire – Volkswagen (TN) is proud to introduce the newest member of Red Shift, Firefighter Kalen D. Ogle!
Kalen comes to us from Susanville, California, bringing prior experience from the Karns Fire Department. When asked what inspired him to join the fire service, he shared:

“To serve my community and help those in need.”

He is committed to expanding his professional skills, with a strong focus on HAZMAT operations and AEMT continuing education.
Outside the station, Kalen enjoys spending quality time with his dogs and friends and has a passion for miniature hobbies and painting.
Please join us in giving Firefighter Ogle a warm welcome to the Rural Metro family!

To our team members who are veterans — thank you for your service, your bravery, and your unwavering commitment to our c...
11/11/2025

To our team members who are veterans — thank you for your service, your bravery, and your unwavering commitment to our country. Your contributions, both in uniform and here at work, inspire us all. We are honored to have you as part of our work family.

Chief Rich Vandeursen from Morristown, NJ, Chief Tony Murphy from Columbus, OH, Firefighter Timothy Collins from FedEx, ...
09/24/2025

Chief Rich Vandeursen from Morristown, NJ, Chief Tony Murphy from Columbus, OH, Firefighter Timothy Collins from FedEx, Chief Rick Kiphut from FedEx, Shoshana Jordan, RMF Business Development and Chief Mark Liebl from Sikorsky attending the ARFF Working Group conference.

09/06/2025

Water cannon salute by our ARFF team at John Glenn Airport in Columbus OH for the return of Honor Flight Columbus Mission 144 on September 4, 2025.

A new month is coming, and a new employee is moving into the spotlight. There are so many great employees to choose from...
07/30/2025

A new month is coming, and a new employee is moving into the spotlight. There are so many great employees to choose from in this company, but this month we are going to focus on a quiet member of the team: Daniel Gossman. If you ask around, you will find that the 2 words that best describe him are fun and quiet. In fact, Daniel is so quiet that getting to know him can be a bit of a challenge. However, when you crack open his shell you find he is a reflective person who enjoys outdoor activities like shooting and fishing. Speaking of shells, we asked Gossman for something people don't know about him. He delightfully responded, "I like turtles." Thank you for letting us all get to know you a little better and thank you for the 5 years that you have done an incredible job here at Rural Metro Fire!

06/19/2025

ruralmetrofire is hiring a Firefighter Paramedic in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Review all of the job details and apply today!

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Union Grove, AL
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