Jeff Rothmeier has spent 19 years in the fire service; he currently serves with the Milwaukee Fire Department as a proud member of Rescue 1. His Previous service includes nearly 13 years within the Saint Paul Fire Department. During this time five years were as a company officer. Former member of the Minnesota Aviation Rescue Team. Former member of Minnesota Task Force 1 State Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) and structural collapse team. Education includes: an associate of applied science degree in Fire Science Technology, Bachelor’s in Fire and Emergency Response Management, and a graduate degree in Organizational Change Leadership. Author of Mastering The Craft: Cultivating a philosophy for fire attack, Contributing Author for Fire Engineering and Fire Rescue., and a Proud, Decorated Combat Veteran!