NJ Fire Guys

By: Nick Palumbo Jr
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  • NJ Fire Guys Podcast is aimed to highlight the controversial philosophy that The Greatest Firemen have roots in The Garden State.

    Each "Run" will of NJ Fire Guys will feature a guest who has made an influential and impactful contribution to the fire service. Volunteer or career, past or present, these men and women have served the fire and emergency services in or out of the State of New Jersey.

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  • NJ Fire Guys Run#: 24-030 w/ Chief John Hayowyk

    NJ Fire Guys Run#: 24-030 w/ Chief John Hayowyk
    Sep 6 2024
    NJ Fire Guys
    Run #: 24-030
    Date: Sept. 5, 2024
    Guest: Chief John Hayowyk Jr. ⠀

    John Hayowyk Jr. has been in the fire service for 31 years. He recently retired as a Battalion Chief for the City of Passaic FD in New Jersey. He started his career in the fire service as a volunteer firefighter for the Roxbury Twp Fire Dept. ⠀

    John holds certifications as a Fire Instructor, Inspector, & Fire Official. He is also a fire investigator. Recently, John has joined the Sparta Twp Fire Dept. to continue to serve the community where he lives. ⠀

    He has been a fire service instructor since 1997 and has taught at the Sussex County Public Safety Training Academy since 2002. Chief Hayowyk is also the Owner of Beyond The Basics Fire Training. John is humbled to have had articles published in Fire Engineering & Firehouse Magazines. He teaches at multiple conferences both locally & nationally. ⠀

    John is NJ’s Lead Advocate for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and an Adjunct Professor of Fire Science at the Sussex County Community College. ⠀

    John is married to Amy and has 5 children. Learning the work and home life balance is a challenge, one that changes from day to day and tests us to bring our best to both jobs.

    Beyond The Basics Fire Training: BTBFireTraining.com
    National Fallen Firefighters Foundation: www.FireHero.org
    Camp HAL (Healing After Loss): FamilyPrograms@firehero.org
    Comfort Zone Camp for Grieving: www.comfortzonecamp.com
    NFFF Beach Bash: hhtps://one.bidpal.net/wildwood24/welcome
    NJ State Fire Chiefs Association: www.NJChiefs.com
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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • NJ Fire Guys Run#: 24-029 w/ Chief Andrew Avantagiato

    NJ Fire Guys Run#: 24-029 w/ Chief Andrew Avantagiato
    Aug 30 2024
    NJ Fire Guys
    Run #: 24-029
    Date: August 29, 2024
    Guest: Chief Andrew Avantagiato

    Fire Chief Andrew Avantagiato began his career in emergency services as a Cadet in the Spotswood First Aid Squad in 2000. The following year he became a junior firefighter with the Spotswood Fire Department in 2001. He quickly developed a passion for public safety and went on to work as an EMT at the Medical Center in Jersey City, later serving Monroe Township EMS.

    In 2008, Vinny joined the Department of Defense, beginning his career with Fort Monmouth Fire & Emergency Services in New Jersey. He later transferred to Fort Riley, Kansas, where he continued to enhance his skills and leadership capabilities.

    In 2021, Chief Avantagiato left the Department of Defense and was appointed as the Chief of Department for the City of Herington, Kansas. In his current role, he leads the department with a focus on enhancing fire safety, fostering a culture of teamwork, and ensuring the highest standards of service for the community. Chief Avantagiato's extensive experience and commitment to public safety have made him a respected leader in the fire service.

    Andrew also served as a member of the NJ EMS Task Force where he filled several roles until his relocation to Kansas.

    Chief Andrew Avantagiato
    Herington Fire Department
    700 S. Broadway St.
    Herington KS 67449
    Firechief@cityofherington.com
    (785) 258-0336 Cell
    (785) 258-3020 Office
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • NJ Fire Guys Run#: 24-028 w/ Chief Peter Griese

    NJ Fire Guys Run#: 24-028 w/ Chief Peter Griese
    Aug 23 2024
    NJ Fire Guys
    Run#: 24-028
    Date: August 22, 2024
    Guest: Chief Pete Griese

    Battalion Chief Peter Griese was appointed to the Jersey City Fire Department in 1982. He began his 42-year journey as a firefighter he worked in the Downtown section of the city at Engine Companies 1 and 4. He then moved to the Bergen section in the center of JC at Engine Company 20 for 6 1/2 years. When Engine 20 was disbanded in 1991, Peter was assigned to the newly reinstated Rescue Company 1.

    Promoted to Captain in June 1992, he spent 1 year at Ladder Company 8 then spent several years at Engine Company 15. In 1999 he took over as the Captain of Rescue 1, spending 7+ years there before being promoted to Battalion Chief in April 2006.

    Upon promotion he was assigned to the Training Division for just over a year. Filling in BC spots for several years he attained the assignment as 2nd Battalion Chief Group D in 2011, where he remains today.

    Peter has been a member of the Long Valley Volunteer Fire Company since June 1993 serving as Chief 3 times, and currently holds the rank of Assistant Chief.

    Beginning in 1999 he worked for 20 years as an instructor at the Morris County Fire Academy. Additionally Peter worked for several private fire training companies. He spent several years as a HOT instructor for Firehouse Magazine at the Fire Expo in Baltimore, as well as being involved for 4 years at the Worcester Safety & Survival Seminars in Massachusetts.
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    1 hr and 51 mins
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