Firefighter Mollevik is one of Maynard Fire Departments original “bunk in” students and was instrumental in making the program a success. Firefighter Mollevik graduated from SUNY POLY this past Friday and will be returning home to Duanesburg. We would like to thank Firefighter Mollevik for all his hard work and dedication to the Maynard Fire Department over the last 4 years and wish him continued success.
Name: John Mollevik
Nickname: John
Years in fire service: 9
Years with Maynard: 4
Rank with Maynard: Bunk-in
Affiliations with other fire services: Duanesburg Fire Department – Lieutenant, Past Captain
Pertinent certifications: Interior Firefighter/AEMT
Awards:
2020 Firefighter of the year – Oneida County
2016 Youth Provider of the year – Schenectady County and REMO
Award – US Congressman Paul Tonko
NYS Senate Proclamations – NYS Senator George Amedore
NYS Proclamation for response to Schoharie limousine crash
Career goals: Career in Computer Science or Cyber Crimes
Hobbies: Video Games
Education:
B.S. Computer Engineering Technology, SUNY Poly May 2020
M.S. Computer Science, SUNY Poly (Anticipated) May 2022
Why you volunteer: “I volunteer because I know that it is necessary to have protection for our communities and the hope that others also see this need in case myself or a family member needs them.”
Why you joined Maynard FD: “I joined Maynard after passing my AEMT class because I cannot practice at an advanced level back home and wanted to use my skills.”
Anything you would like to tell the community: “The need for volunteers is not decreasing and even if you think you don’t have enough time or are too old/young, you are not. Your communities need you, please reach out and see what you can do to help.”