South Media Fire Co.: C.J. Craft

Media Patch wants you to get to know your first responders. They do dangerous work and Patch would like to recognize them. Here is a first responder who is also a high school student and head of the junior firefighters at South Media Fire Company.

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Name: C.J. Craft

Age: 16

Hometown: Wallingford

Rank/Title: Head Junior Firefighter and an 11th grade Strath Haven High School student

How long have you been with the South Media Fire Co.?

Almost three years

What do you like about your job?

I like everything, it's pretty much my whole life. Seeing people smile when you're done helping them.

What do you dislike about your job?

Nothing.

What inspired you to become a firefighter?

My dad, Bill Craft, was the former chief here and a firefighter for 20 years. I grew up around the station. This is my second home.

What do you like about the greater Media area?

It's nice, everything is close by and the people are friendly.

What do you want the general public to know about the South Media Fire Co.?

Volunteer today and don't be afraid to ask for an application.