Chief Steve Paranish
Fire Chief
Joined 2006
Firefighter II
Haz-Mat Tech
Ice Water Rescue
Meet the Chief
I am here to try and make a difference for the community.
Steve joined Hartsgrove Fire Department in 2006 and rose through the ranks—Lieutenant, Assistant Chief, now Chief. He leads with a “people-first” mentality, always encouraging growth, learning, and service to the community.
He shares, “We have a fantastic group of men and women on the department that are here some times day in, day out, doing chores, completing run reports, and setting up for different activities that our department does throughout the year.”
Outside the department, Steve enjoys hunting, fishing, riding his motorcycle and side-by-side, singing, and woodworking. His door is always open.
I did not get into this profession for the rewards or the money. I got into Firefighting to give back to my community and our residents. I try to help those that need help regardless of what time of day, or night it may be. I am a very down-to-earth guy.
