Medford Fire Graduates Eight New Firefighters
Recruit Academy 26-01 completed a 13-week academy, marking the transition from recruit to probationary firefighter.
Members of Medford Fire Recruit Academy 26-01 take part in a graduation ceremony marking their transition to probationary firefighters. Photo by Medford Fire.
MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford Fire celebrated the graduation of eight new probationary firefighters after the completion of Recruit Academy 26-01.
The ceremony marked the end of a 13-week academy for the recruits, who were honored by family, friends, City of Medford leadership, Medford Fire officials, and Medford Firefighters Local 824.
The graduating recruits are Francisco Barrera, Christopher Downey, Gabriel Foltz, Jonathan Gassman, Eric Goodboe, Ronald Lee, Kjell Nilsson, and Matthew Torres.
During the ceremony, Chief Thompson recognized the work of academy instructors and the preparation required to enter the fire service.
“The fireground doesn’t create performance, it exposes preparation. Because of your work, this class is ready to serve, and the department is better for it,” Thompson said.
Medford Fire celebrates the graduation of Recruit Academy 26-01 after eight recruits completed a 13-week academy. Photo by Medford Fire.
He also congratulated the recruits as they move into their new roles with the department.
“We are proud of you, we are excited for you, and we are better, because you are here,” Thompson said.
Medford Fire said the graduation marks the recruits’ transition from academy training to service as probationary firefighters.
Family, friends, and city leaders applaud as Medford Fire honors the graduates of Recruit Academy 26-01. Photo by Medford Fire.
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