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.
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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
(opens in a new tab)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
It's Firefighter Friday!!
Allow us to introduce you to Engineer Steven Bedell who is currently assigned to Station 2 (Orla) on B-Shift.
After 29 years in the fire service, Engineer Steven Bedell had already earned the right to hang up his helmet. He retired, but it didn't last long.
Engineer Bedell missed the fire service. He missed helping people, working alongside a crew, and being challenged to solve problems when the stakes were high. So, two years ago, he came out of retirement and joined Reeves County Emergency Services District No. 1.
For Engineer Bedell, returning to the fire service came down to something pretty simple: He missed having the opportunity to make a difference.
Born and raised in Big Spring, Texas, Engineer Bedell entered the fire service at 23 years old.
Engineer Bedell describes firefighting as “the best job in the world.” It’s a career where no two days are the same, the work is rewarding, and friendships are formed that will last a lifetime. Throughout his career, Engineer Bedell says his Christian faith and values have been his foundation and have helped carry him through the difficult days.
His purpose after all these years remains the same: Do everything possible to make someone’s worst day a little better.
Beyond the uniform, Engineer Bedell is a husband, dad and proud grandfather. He and his wife, Tina, have been married for 26 years and have two daughters and six grandchildren. On his days off, family time is what he enjoys most. Over the years, his hobbies have included riding motorcycles, dirt bikes and even racing jet skis with his dad. These days, he's changed from high-speed sports to homesteading.
If Engineer Bedell really wants to impress the crew at the station, he breaks out his poblano chicken, a recipe passed down from one of his former lieutenants.
And once the station work is done, the trucks are ready and there’s some downtime between calls? Steven’s movie pick is an easy one: Black Hawk Down.
After 31 years, Engineer Bedell reason for putting on the uniform hasn’t changed much: Serve others, face the challenge, and do your best to make a difference when someone needs you most.
It's Who's Who Wednesday!
Today, we’re stepping into the office to recognize someone who spends her days taking care of the people who take care of our communities.
Meet Niomi DeAnda, Human Resources Manager for Reeves County Emergency Services District Nos. 1 & 2.
Mrs. DeAnda has been with the Districts for 5½ years, beginning her career as an Administrative Specialist before moving into Human Resources in 2024. For Mr.s. DeAnda, HR is all about the employee.
“My mission is to always support, assist, and do what is fair for the employee.”
From onboarding a brand-new employee to helping someone prepare for retirement, and everything in between, she is there throughout their career.
A lifelong Pecos resident, Mrs. DeAnda has been married to her husband, Rudy, for 28 years. They have two sons, Rudy Jr. and Nathan, a soon-to-be daughter-in-law, Nydeline, two grandchildren, Jayden and Raina, and two dogs, Luna and Leo.
When she’s away from work, there’s a good chance you’ll find her in her flower garden or cooking for her family. Her nieces and nephews are especially fond of her famous spaghetti, and she even shared the secret: toss the noodles in butter after cooking them. Apparently, that’s what keeps everyone coming back!
Her soundtrack? 80s and 90s Tejano. Her movie? Grease, which she watched nearly every night as a kid and still calls it “the best movie ever!”
Give her a free weekend and she’s headed to the lake for some quiet time while Rudy fishes. Give her a little more time, and she’s trading West Texas for an island with crystal-clear water.
And for anyone considering a career in HR, Niomi says to expect the unexpected.
“Different things happen every day. You have to keep learning and growing.”
Please join us in recognizing Mrs. DeAnda and thanking her for the work she does every day to support the employees of Reeves County Emergency Services District Nos. 1 & 2!
The Pecos Eagles are ready to make some noise this school year!
The Pecos Eagle Band invited our firefighters over to help celebrate the end of Summer Band and kick off the new school year with a good old-fashioned spray-down!
A great band sets the tempo, brings the energy, and gets everyone rocking, and judging by this group, the Eagles are ready for an awesome year!
Thanks to the Pecos Eagle Band for letting us join in the fun. We wish all of our Pecos Eagles a safe, successful, and rockin’ school year!
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.