Golden Valley Fire Department Promotes Sixteen Firefighters
April 8, 2021
The Golden Valley Fire Department recently held a promotional ceremony for a few of its firefighters, while also swearing in five new firefighters. Typically done in-person, with family present, this year’s ceremonies were performed and recorded either at-home or in a COVID-safe manner.
Below is the list of promoted and sworn in firefighters.
Newly Sworn In Firefighters (watch here)
- Ralph Brown
- Andrea Hanson
- Grant Lillvis
- Spencer Specht
- Svetlana Vold
Promoted From Probationary To Apprentice (watch here)
- Kevin Jarta
- Casey Johnson
- Brandon Operana
- Ed Jeffreys-Berns
- Chad LaForge
- Somer Kvale
Promoted From Apprentice To Firefighter
- Matt Chapman
- Bryan Pyne
Promoted From Firefighter To Lieutenant (watch here)
- Jon Kennelly
- Tariq Bashir
Promoted From Lieutenant To Captain (watch here)
- Jamie Kelahan
Join The GVFD
If you’re interested in joining the Golden Valley Fire Department, visit the City website to learn more.
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