Saving lives and property by exceeding expectations
Reeves County Emergency Service Districts No. 1 and No. 2 (RCESD) is a team of men and women who serve and protect the communities of Reeves County by providing Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
Commissioners & GOVERNING BOARD
A Board of five commissioners governs each ESD. These Commissioners are appointed to two-year terms by the County Commissioners Court. The ESD Board of Commissioners is the source of authority and governance for each District and has final say over all matters affecting the ESD.
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Reeves County Emergency Service Districts Nos. 1 & 2
The professional & volunteer firefighters and paramedics of RCESD Nos. 1 & 2 are a team that helps protect the communities of Reeves County by responding to fires, hazardous incidents and medical emergencies at a moment's notice. 24/7/365
A huge shout out to our friends at AeroCare 10 for allowing our fire cadets to stop by their base and get some hands on training.
It's Medic Monday!!!
Meet Paramedic Robert Hutson, a member of A-Shift assigned to Station 4!
Paramedic Hutson has been in EMS for eight years and has spent the last two and a half years serving with Reeves County ESD No. 2. His story started a long way from West Texas; he was born in Romania and moved to Rhode Island when he was just 11 months old. Today, Paramedic Hutson lives in Lubbock with his wife, Liz, and their two children, Preston and Payton.
Off duty, family time is a priority. Paramedic Hutson enjoys traveling with his family, riding his motorcycle, and escaping to one of their favorite destinations, Winter Park, Colorado.
When asked what he enjoys most about working at Reeves County ESD No. 2, his answer is simple: the people. To Paramedic Hutson, the people he works alongside have become another family.
If he ever decided to trade in his paramedic uniform for a completely different life, you might find him in northern Montana. His alternate career plan? Become a rancher.
After eight years in EMS, Paramedic Hutson knows the career isn't always easy. His advice to future paramedics is to understand that while the job can be difficult, it is also incredibly rewarding; especially having the opportunity to help people on some of the worst days of their lives.
Paramedic Hutson also tries to live by one of the best pieces of advice he's received: Life gets easier when you stop worrying about what others think. Be your own person, and don't let others drive your beliefs.
It's Firefighter Friday and today we are recognizing Engineer Jeremy Ramirez
This week we're proud to introduce Engineer Jeremy Ramirez, a member of A-Shift at Station 3. From El Paso, Texas, Engineer Ramirez has been serving the citizens of Reeves County for the past three years, and during that time he's become a valued member of the ESD family.
When he's not on duty and responding to emergencies, you'll probably find him at a live music show or adding another tattoo to his collection. Around the station, however, he's just as well known for what comes out of the kitchen. Jeremy gives his station cooking skills an 8 out of 10, although he admits Engineer Jesus Almance-Molinar would probably score him closer to a 5. 😁
His specialty? Green chicken enchiladas, a recipe he says he and Lt. Ebar Rodriguez perfected together.
When asked what he enjoys most about working at Reeves County ESD No. 1, Engineer Ramirez didn't hesitate.
"Getting to spend time and training with our crews. It is my second family, and I feel lucky that I'm getting to learn from some of the best officers and engineers."
That sense of family is reflected in one of his favorite memories with the District. The photo featured here was taken during his one-year anniversary, when his crew surprised him with a cake to celebrate completing probation and officially becoming a firefighter. During the celebration, he was also presented with his new helmet shield, a milestone he'll never forget.
For anyone considering a career in the fire service, Jeremy offers simple but meaningful advice:
"Even if you have setbacks, don't get discouraged. We all started at the bottom and had to overcome adversity to get where we wanted to be."
Thank you, Engineer Ramirez, for your dedication to our District.
Were You Born To Serve?
If So, We’re Hiring!
FIREFIGHTERS & PARAMEDICS
- Excellent Equipment
- Competitive Pay
- Health & Retirement Benefits
Would you or someone you know be interested in joining our team? No matter how great or small your service might be, it’s highly needed, greatly appreciated and will be generously compensated.