Clovis Fire Department

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Dakota Gordon on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Engineer.

Dakota brings 7 years of fire service experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since October of 2021. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication and involvement as a:
▪️ Urban Search and Rescue Team Member
▪️ Radio Committee Member
▪️ Recruit Academy Instructor

Additionally, Dakota holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from San Diego State University.

Engineer Gordon’s promotion took effect May 1st, with the placement of Squad 42 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Engineer Gordon!

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Lori Olsen on her well-deserved promotion to Fire Engineer!

Lori brings 19 years of fire service experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since April of 2007. During her time with the department, she has made a significant impact through her dedication and involvement as a:
▪️ Clovis Fire Explorer Program Advisor and Coordinator
▪️ EMS Cadre Member
▪️ CPR Instructor
▪️ Firefighter Skills Cadre Member
▪️ Multi Company Operations Cadre Member
▪️ Recruitment Committee Member
▪️ Health and Safety Committee Member
▪️ Uniform Committee Member
▪️ Social Media Committee Member

Additionally, Lori is working on her Associate’s Degree in Fire Science

Engineer Olsen’s promotion took effect on May 1st, with the placement of Squad 42 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Engineer Olsen!

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Tyler Baxter on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Engineer!

Tyler brings 9 years of experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since April of 2021. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication and involvement as a:

PEER Support Team Member
Fire Investigations Team Member
Union Shift Steward
Negotiations Team

Additionally, Tyler holds a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from UCLA. He is currently working towards a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with Auburn University.

Engineer Baxter’s promotion took effect on May 1st, with the placement of Squad 42 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Engineer Baxter!

We are honored, today and everyday, to serve the community we love. Thank you, City of Clovis, California - Government for your constant support!

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Daniel Fonseca on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Engineer.

Daniel brings 8 years of fire service experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since October of 2021. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication and involvement as a member of our Clovis Fire Investigations Team.

Additionally, Daniel holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University.

Engineer Fonseca’s promotion took effect May 1st, with the placement of Squad 42 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Engineer Fonseca!

Last night we proudly celebrated a major milestone for our community and our fire department — the graduation and badge pinning of seven new lateral firefighters!

Thanks to Measure Y funding, we are able to strengthen our team with experienced professionals who are ready to serve and protect from day one. These firefighters bring valuable skills, dedication, and a commitment to keeping our community safe.

Congratulations to each of our newest members on this achievement. Your hard work and service make a real difference, and we’re proud to have you on the team.

This is what investing in public safety looks like. 🚒

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Please join us in congratulating Engineer Andy Lovejoy on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Captain.

Andy brings 17 years of experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since June of 2011. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication and involvement as a:
▪️ Fire Investigation Team Member
▪️ Health and Wellness Committee Member
▪️ Driver/Operator Cadre Member
▪️ Fire Explorer Advisor

Additionally, Andy holds an Associate’s Degree in Fire Technology from Fresno City College.

Captain Lovejoy’s promotion took effect on March 16th, with the placement of Engine 41 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Captain Lovejoy!

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Please join us in congratulating Engineer Charlie Bonello on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Captain.

Charlie brings 21 years of experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since July of 2005. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication and involvement as a:
▪️ Vehicle Extrication Cadre Lead
▪️ Firefighter Skills Cadre Member
▪️ Recruit Academy Instructor
▪️ SCBA Committee Member
▪️ Active Threat Committee Member
▪️ Explorer Advisor
▪️ Ladder Program Manager

Additionally, Charlie holds an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science from El Camino Community College

Captain Bonello’s promotion took effect on March 16th, with the placement of Engine 41 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Captain Bonello!

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Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Rick Archuleta on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Captain.

Rick brings 12 years of experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since May of 2016. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication and involvement as a:
▪️ Live Fire Cadre Member
▪️ Firefighter Skills Cadre Member
▪️ Multi-Company Operations Cadre Member
▪️ Firefighter Survival/RIC Ops Cadre Member
▪️ Recruit Academy Instructor
▪️ Social Media Administrator

Additionally, Rick holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University and has been published in Firehouse Magazine.

Captain Archuleta’s promotion took effect on March 16th, with the placement of Engine 41 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Captain Archuleta!

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Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Pat Smith on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Engineer.

Pat brings 12 years of fire service experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since April 2021. Before joining Clovis, Pat gained valuable experience as a Firefighter for Cal Fire and Hanford Fire. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication to his position as a Firefighter and as a member of our Clovis Fire Honor Guard.

Additionally, Pat holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University and is currently working towards a Master’s Degree in Emergency Management.

Engineer Smith’s promotion took effect on March 16th, with the placement of Engine 41 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Engineer Smith!

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Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Tyler Krigbaum on his well-deserved promotion to Fire Engineer.

Tyler brings 11 years of experience and has proudly served with the Clovis Fire Department since April 2021. During his time with the department, he has made a significant impact through his dedication and involvement as a:
▪️ Urban Search and Rescue Team Member
▪️ PEER Support Team Member
▪️ Fire Explorer Advisor
▪️ Recruit Academy Instructor
▪️ Multi-Company Operations Cadre
▪️ Union Shift Steward

Additionally, Tyler holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University.

Engineer Krigbaum’s promotion took effect on March 16th, with the placement of Engine 41 into service, made possible through Measure Y funding.

Congratulations, Engineer Krigbaum!