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From Fixing Rigs to Assistant Chief: Bill Rigg's Unforgettable Career

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In this episode, retired Ventura City assistant chief Bill Rigg shares his experiences and stories from his career in the fire service. He discusses starting as a firefighter mechanic and the transition to having maintenance done by the city yard. He shares personal stories, including a funny story about a fight between two assistant chiefs. Bill also discusses call volume during his time in the fire service, expansion of fire stations, responding to the Rodney King riots, and he provides retirement advice for current firefighters.
Hosts: Capt. Peter McKenzie (ret.) and Battalion Chief Jason Kay from the Ventura Fire Foundation
Guest: Assistant Chief Bill Rigg (ret.) of the Ventura Fire Department

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

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In this episode, retired Ventura City assistant chief Bill Rigg shares his experiences and stories from his career in the fire service. He discusses starting as a firefighter mechanic and the transition to having maintenance done by the city yard. He shares personal stories, including a funny story about a fight between two assistant chiefs. Bill also discusses call volume during his time in the fire service, expansion of fire stations, responding to the Rodney King riots, and he provides retirement advice for current firefighters.
Hosts: Capt. Peter McKenzie (ret.) and Battalion Chief Jason Kay from the Ventura Fire Foundation
Guest: Assistant Chief Bill Rigg (ret.) of the Ventura Fire Department

Connect with Ventura Fire Foundation on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Support the Show.

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Production House: Flint Stone Media

Copyright of Ventura Fire Foundation 2024.

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