338. Just a "Hang Around" - Jack Ayers

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From early on, Jack Ayers was just a "Hang Around". A young kid who took to the firehouse to be apart of something bigger. He would be present, maybe even sometimes a nag, but the company knew he would go on to serve the job well. Fast forward, Jack had a full circle moment with one of his mentors from his "Hang Around" days. Today, Jack is an Acting Captain with the San Francisco Fire Department, Engine Co. 22. His passion for the job is evident in everything he does. Training and promoting growth of his people drives him to find ways in which he can better not just himself, but the entire San Francisco area. Jack is apart of bringing the outside world to his world, opening up opportunities for those that might not be able to attend fire conferences and are starving for information and experience. Working with his buddies, their success is fueled by an unconditional belief in giving back to the job. Who doesn't want to enjoy fireifghting with their buddies?? Jack seems ot have it pretty much figured out and he won't have it any other way. He might of started as just a "hang around", but I think the title still fits him today. He "hangs around" those that want more and will stop at nothing to get it!! -- Check out the 2025 Bay Area Fire Conference presented by Fire Nuggets, May 15-18, 2025.