By Jordan J. Phelan
EAGLE TIMES STAFF
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. — The Springfield Fire Department has announced the promotion of Jack Potter from firefighter to the rank of captain.
With nearly three decades of experience in fire service while being a member of the Springfield Fire Department for the past dozen years, Captain Potter’s new duties include being in charge of “D” Shift, station operations, and establishing a command role on emergency scenes.
“His professionalism and experience is a tremendous asset to the Springfield Fire Department and the citizens of Springfield,” reads a news release from the Springfield Fire Department.
The Springfield Fire Department is a combination department meaning that it is made of full-time staff supported by an on-call staff.
“We are an all hazards response agency with dedicated members,” reads the news release.
If interested in serving your local community, the Springfield Fire Department asks to call at 802-885-4546 or stop by at 77 Hartness Ave.
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