Hocking Township

Captain Eric Keener

Captain Eric Keener has been serving the residents of Hocking Township since 2019. Eric brings 31 years of experience in Fire & EMS to your department ranging from Volunteer to Career services. He has 24 years as a career Firefighter/Paramedic with the City of Columbus and currently is a Lieutenant and is assigned to Engine 4 and the Special Operations Unit as a Hazmat Commander.

Captain Keener currently administers the training aspects for the Department. In the last 4 years he has implemented a Fire Prevention Bureau that performs Fire Safety Inspections to businesses in the township. These inspections played a tremendous role in helping the department lower their insurance ratings "ISO" for all residents within are jurisdiction.

Captain Keener is a certified in the following: Firefighter II, National Registry Paramedic, State certified Instructor Fire/EMS, Certified live Burning Instructor and State Certified Fire Safety Inspector.

Ryan has worked for Hocking Township Fire on a part-time basis since 2021 and works every sixth day. He works full-time for another department within Fairfield County. Ryan has 33 years experience within the fire service in Fairfield County. He grew up in Fairfield County and have spent his entire life here. In 33 years of service, Ryan has achieved firefighter and paramedic certificates along with several other certifications. As the EMS Coordinator, he oversees ordering and EMS supplies for the two medics. As a Lieutenant, Ryan looks forward to leading his crews and serving the Hocking Township community.

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Lt. Kyle Parlier - Maintenance Coordinator

Geoff is a part time firefighter at Hocking Township Fire Department. He is a Paramedic, Hazmat Technician, BLS instructor, and the Fire Inspection Coordinator. Geoff purchased his home in Lancaster and plans to continue growing his career in Hocking Township. His hobbies are painting, clay sculpting, and playing tabletop games with his friends.

Kyle is a part time firefighter/EMT at Hocking Township and has worked at Hocking Township Fire for 9 years. He holds certifications for EVOC instructor and CE instructor. In his free time, Kyle enjoys spending time with family, fishing, kayaking, and target shooting.

Lt. Ryan Smith - EMS Coordinator

Connor is a part time Firefighter/EMT-B and Fire Coordinator for Hocking Township Fire Department. He is a long-time township resident and have been associated with the fire department since 2020. Connor loves hunting, fishing, golfing, and working out in his free time.

Fire Coordinator Connor Swartz

Fire Inspector Geoff Perry

Fire Department Staff Roster

Captain David Cramer

Chief Curtis Golden has been serving as the Fire & EMS Chief of Hocking Township since the opening of the department on January 1, 2012. With a robust background in emergency services and healthcare, Chief Golden brings extensive expertise and leadership to his role.
Chief Golden holds certifications in Ohio as a firefighter and Advanced EMT, as well as credentials as a Fire & EMS instructor. His dedication to healthcare extends to his qualifications as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Respiratory Therapist. Chief Golden's commitment to professional growth is underscored by his achievement of a Master of Science degree in Healthcare Administration.
Under Chief Golden's guidance, Hocking Township Fire Department continues to uphold the highest standards of emergency response and community service.

Assistant Fire Chief Steve Kilbarger

2024 Fire Report

Fire & EMS

             Phone 740-654-5615                       Fax 740-654-5463                            

For All Emergencies Call 911

Fire Chief:  Curtis Golden