North Strabane Township Fire Department
North Strabane
Township Fire
Department Hires
Additional Firemen
Brad Catto grew up in the Pittsburgh area
and graduated from CCAC with a Paramedic
Degree. After completion of college and fire school,
Brad and his wife moved to Myrtle Beach to pursue a
career Firefighter/Paramedic position. While serving
for the Murrells Inlet Garden City Fire Department,
Brad attended the Myrtle Beach and South Carolina
Fire Academies. His experience and knowledge
contributed to his decision to move his family back
home to North Strabane Township for prospective
career opportunities. On his off time, Brad enjoys
spending time with his son, Grayson, playing with his
Golden Retriever, and spending time with his wife
and his recently born daughter, Avery. Brad started
with the North Strabane Township Fire Department
in 2016, and looks forward to a rewarding and
successful career.
David Fair grew up in Bethel Park and
graduated from Bethel Park High School in
2006. Dave always knew he wanted to pursue a
career that enabled him to make a positive impact
on others. During his time in high school, he
was introduced to the fire service and knew that
becoming a firefighter was his career path. After
high school, Dave attended Allegheny County Fire
Academy and served as a Firefighter/EMT in Bethel
Park for eleven years. Dave also attended Community
College of Allegheny County where he obtained an
Associate’s Degree in Fire Science Administration.
In addition, Dave currently holds national and state
certifications including Firefighter 1-2, Emergency
Medical Technician, Class-B Commercial Driver’s
License, Basic Vehicle Rescue Technician, Hazardous
Materials Awareness, Fire Instructor 1, Fire Inspector
1-2, and Plans Examiner 1-2. In his free time, Dave
enjoys fishing, snowboarding, kayaking and white
water rafting. Dave is honored to be a part of such
a great community and looks forward to serving
the residents of North Strabane and surrounding
communities for many years to come.
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