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A Message from the Fire Chief
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James Geering |
Welcome to the Chula Vista Fire Department. From a small group of volunteer firemen in 1921, to a well trained, professional group of career firefighters, the Chula Vista Fire Department proudly serves its community seven days a week 24 hours a day. We believe in our history and the accomplishments made over the past 87 years by the dedicated firefighters who came before us seeking to make a difference. Today, more than 120 dutifully sworn members and a supporting staff of devoted employees are committed to meeting the needs of more than 230,000 residents of the City Of Chula Vista.
In addition to daily priorities such as training, maintenance of equipment, and pre-incident preparation we value service, protection, pride, respect, teamwork, and safety. At the Chula Vista Fire Department, we agree that the focus is on the customer at all times and what is best for the customer is best for our fire department.
Once again, welcome to the Chula Vista Fire Department. We hope you will join our passion for public safety and fire protection. Take a look inside our website and “feel” the tradition and enthusiasm of the Chula Vista Fire Department.
About the Chief
Chief Jim Geering is a native of Chula Vista who was born and raised in the City Of Chula Vista and is a product of local schools including Chula Vista High School. Naturally, as a hometown product it is a privilege and a great honor to serve in the capacity of Fire Chief for the Chula Vista Fire Department. Since his hire date in July of 1985, he has worked his was through the ranks of the department serving in all divisions including suppression, training, communications, prevention, and administration. He has held several ranks and titles within the organization including Firefighter, Engineer, Fire Inspector, Fire Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshal, Deputy Chief, and Interim Fire Chief.
In addition to an Associate in Science Degree in Fire Technology, he has earned a Bachelor of Science degree from California State University at Long Beach. The California State Board of Fire Services has certified Chief Geering as a Chief Officer, Fire Officer, Fire Instructor 1, Fire Prevention Officer 1, and Fire Investigator 1.
Chief Geering has been involved with the San Diego Burn Institute, and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Chula Vista Boys and Girls Club, and a founding member of the Chula Vista Firefighter Foundation Board of Directors. Chief Geering is a member of the California Fire Chief’s Association and the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
Chief Geering brings a sense of pride and passion for the fire service and especially, the Chula Vista Fire Department.
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