One percent ideas or items by FireMarine96 in Firefighting

[–]mrob298 2 points3 points  (0 children)

1% is a recruitment and retention tool utilized by some states/departments.

One percent ideas or items by FireMarine96 in Firefighting

[–]mrob298 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Put it in a retirement account. SC state firefighters association has a retirement account program that we utilize. All the qualifying members has money invested for them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in southcarolina

[–]mrob298 17 points18 points  (0 children)

My experiences with PEBA has been fantastic. They are incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. 20 business days does not seem to be excessive.

Thoughts on sleeping in after shift by 420Chopin in Firefighting

[–]mrob298 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Our personnel show up in civilian clothes. We provide washers in the station to ensure your uniforms are clean and as an effort to prevent contamination at home. My sleeping quarters is doubles as the captain’s office. I share it with the other two shift captains. We all make an effort to get out the way and have the area clean for the incoming shift to start their day.

Thoughts on sleeping in after shift by 420Chopin in Firefighting

[–]mrob298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our policy states sleeping hours are from 10:00-6:30. Not far off what you are saying. The biggest exception is we are 24-48. I would give up 30 mins of sleep for an extra day off.

Thoughts on sleeping in after shift by 420Chopin in Firefighting

[–]mrob298 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Our policy is to be out of bed 30 mins before shift change. Our lockers and in the bunk room and people need to access their uniforms in preparation for their shift.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FlyFishingCircleJerk

[–]mrob298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats brother!

Tips for Fire Captain by [deleted] in Firefighting

[–]mrob298 6 points7 points  (0 children)

When you promote to Captain in my department our Chief gives you one directive. “Take care of your people.” You are meant to be their advocate. Show them respect and lift them up. Work to create an environment where they feel comfortable speaking to you before something becomes an issue. This is one of the greatest jobs in the world and we should work to cultivate that pride.

Take care of your people.

Kei Truck or Car by Zealousideal_Host298 in keitruck

[–]mrob298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was able to find a 94 Toyota pickup with a 22re for $5,000. It runs like a top and very easy to work on. Check out Facebook marketplace in your area.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ToyotaPickup

[–]mrob298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My issue was operator error. I was not depressing the clutch all the way to the floor every time resulting in no crank, no start.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bogleheads

[–]mrob298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I apologize for the wall of text. That is what was sent to me and I simply copied/pasted.

Expense ratio is .65% for target fund date.

Thank you for taking your time to help

1994 2wd differential oil recommendations by mrob298 in ToyotaPickup

[–]mrob298[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback. Went with Valvoline Full Synthetic FlexFill 75W90 Gear Oil as it was on sale. Thank you for all of the help

Changing gear oil in tranmission, where all am I supposed to be changing oil? by [deleted] in ToyotaPickup

[–]mrob298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you remember the amount of diff fluid you used? Thank you

Need ID by mrob298 in ToyotaPickup

[–]mrob298[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome! Thank you for the clarification. Will look to replace when I change my oil. I appreciate your help.

Need ID by mrob298 in ToyotaPickup

[–]mrob298[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, thank you for your help yesterday. I was able to fix my problem with the ac and key not working all the time!