Robbie Smith named firefighter of the year
Smith is a North County native
–The Paso Robles Department of Emergency Services has announced that this year’s firefighter of the year recognition goes to firefighter/paramedic Robbie Smith. The Paso Robles Masonic Lodge recently recognized North County Fire Agencies, and more specifically their firefighter of the year honorees, at a special dinner reception.
Smith is a North County native initially starting his fire service career as a reserve firefighter in Atascadero and seasonal firefighter for Cal Fire before becoming a full-time member with the emergency services department in 2003.
Smith is a driver operator, an acting captain, a member of the North County Technical Rescue Team and most recently became a paramedic. Smith decided to improve his emergency medical capabilities attending the intensive year long program on his own time and expense.
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