OUR
DEPARTMENT
Our Team
Jeff Soveran
Fire Chief
#5
About Me
#05 Jeff Soveran
Fire Chief
Since 1990
I enjoy spending time with friends and family, golfing, bowling and volunteering as the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce. I’m the IT manager for Murlin Electronics, and have a couple of companies I run, a computer contracting company and Kindersley Social. Another huge part of my life is the fire department, being able to be a part time professional firefighter and balance a career and family has made my life very rewarding. Anybody who’s ever thought about becoming a firefighter or thought they would like to do this as part of their life, our family would like to give you the opportunity to be part of our team, you won’t regret it.
Mitch Hope
Deputy Chief
#16
About Me
K116 Mitch Hope
Deputy Chief, Public Education Officer
Since 2003
I love to spend time with my close friends and family. Being outside is important to me, I enjoy camping, water sports and snowboarding.
I am a Journey Person Electrician, employed by Sasktel as a Facilities Tech.
My passion in the Fire Service is the people. I love interacting with the kids, schools and senior care homes. Teaching fire safety is a passion for me.
Being a member of a Fire Department is not like joining a club or having a second job, it’s a life style. I encourage everyone that likes to help people to apply and see what it’s about, we are always looking for new members.
Cody Welker
Deputy Chief
#66
About Me
#66 Cody Welker
Deputy Chief
Since 2014
Outside of the fire department, I enjoy spending time with my family, going fishing and camping. I work full time for the Town of Kindersley in their Public Works division. I joined the fire department to help people and it has since become a passion and lifestyle for me. I encourage anyone interested in joining the department to join, there is always a job for everyone.
Cody Phinney
Assistant Chief
#88
About Me
#88 Cody Phinney
Assistant Chief
Since 2020
I like to spend most of my time at home with my wife and two daughters, but also regularly enjoy going fishing or being out on my bike. I have spent the majority of my life living in the Kindersley area and have worked in both the agriculture and oilfield areas, and I am currently employed with G-Mac’s AgTeam. I am driven by a passion to be of service to my community, and enjoy being able to help make it safer for everyone. I would challenge anyone reading this to make yourselves available in your community, there are always great groups looking for great people to make a difference.
Tyler Bairos
Captain
#78
About Me
#78 Tyler Bairos
Captain, Social Club President
Since 2017
I enjoy spending time with my wife and 2 kids, fishing and playing sports. I am self- employed and do most of my work for Teine Energy. I have a true passion for firefighting, and I hope to be with the fire department for many years. I encourage others who have a willingness to be challenged to come and see if its right for them.
Adam Wake
Captain
#37
About Me
#37 Adam Wake
Captain
Since 2011
When I get spare time I enjoy spending it with friends and family, travelling/camping, hiking, or at the gym trying to keep fit. I am currently employed by Canadian Energy Services.
I originally joined the fire department as a way to challenge myself and also give back to the community that I grew up in at the same time.
I would encourage others that have considered firefighting, or are looking for a new challenge, to give their local fire department a call and see if there might be a place for them. There are positions for all types of people.
Nathan Ward
Captain
#80
About Me
#80 Nathan Ward
Captain
Since 2017
Serving on the Dept is an absolute thrill and a rush like no other. I’m currently working for TKC Trucking with a great boss that lets me attend calls. I love spending time with my wife and kids, fishing during summer and spending time at the family farm. I encourage anyone to try out the fire fighter life style!
Byron Ismond
Lieutenant
#63
About Me
#63 Byron Ismond
Lieutenant
Since 2014
I am a community minded person, and love to be involved in various different groups within the community. I enjoy various sports such as Sr. Hockey, Sr. Baseball and Men’s club Golf. I live a family first lifestyle with my wife and 2 kids and we love all activities indoors and outdoors. Currently self employed and Contracted through Baytex energy LTD. I chose to be a volunteer firefighter to help those in need in our community and beyond. Being a part of the Kindersley fire brigade is something I take pride in and can’t compare to any sports team.
Adrean Palm
Lieutenant
#79
About Me
#79 Adrean Palm
Lieutenant
Since 2017
I am self- employed with my company Kade oilfield and work as a Contract Maintenance Operator and supervise new well construction for local oil and gas companies. When I’m not working I like to work on my other business projects, play ball and spend time with my kids. Joining the fire department has changed my life. Joining this family has allowed me to meet people from all over the world. If anyone is up for a challenge and would like to constantly improve on themselves, I suggest signing up.
Josh Goetz
Lieutenant
#85
About Me
#85 Josh Goetz
Lieutenant
Since 2019
In my free time I enjoy playing sports, hunting, fishing and wrenching on equipment/trucks/toys.
I am a self employed contract battery operator to Baytex Energy.
It’s an honour and privilege to be a part of the fire family and provide the best service we can!
I challenge anyone that has ever thought about joining to come by our house and try it out first hand!
Myles Perrin
Fire Fighter
#4
About Me
#04 Myles Perrin
Firefighter
Since 1995
Single father of 4 boys, I like hunting, water sports, winter sports, watching football, camping and hanging around with my sons. I work for the town of Kindersley. I like the challenges that the fire service offers.
Wayne Bleile
Fire Fighter
#8
About Me
#08 Wayne Bleile
Firefighter
Since 1998
When I’m not busy at work or the firehall, I like to hunt and fish, winter or summer I love to be outdoors. I have worked with Kindersley glass for 18 years, they have been very understanding with my passion for being a firefighter and let me respond when ever possible.
I challenge anyone who reads this, to answer the call and help their community by volunteering today!
Troy Clappison
Fire Fighter
#24
About Me
#24 Troy Clappison
Firefighter
Since 2021
I enjoy spending time with my wife and dog when I’m home from work. I enjoy playing sports and being active. I also enjoy spending time with friends and family like going to the lake, skating, snowmobiling etc. My job is crude but rail meaning I load rail cars with oil for a company called Serafina.
I’ve learnt a lot in the short time I’ve been with the department from the different types of trucks and what they’re used for, to the different types of hoses and fluids we use for different types of fires and situations and how to be a better part of a team.
The department is a great place to learn and help from others it’s a great group of people and great place to be part of a team.
Darien Lynch
Fire Fighter
#30
About Me
#30 Darien Lynch
Firefighter
Since 2022
In my spare time I enjoy golfing, snowboarding, and going to the lake. I work for the Town of Kindersley at the WCEC. I have always had a passion for helping people in need and am looking forward to the opportunity to do more with the Kindersley Fire Department.
Brittany Geldart
Fire Fighter
#31
About Me
#31 Brittany Geldart
Firefighter
Since 2022
I was born and raised in a small town in Southwest Saskatchewan. My hobbies include camping and hiking with my husband and 2 dogs, travelling, and golfing. I have worked with the Saskatchewan Health Authority for nearly 7 years as a health care professional. I have always been passionate about helping people in my community and thought being a part of the fire department would be a challenging and rewarding commitment. I also enjoy educating people, and being a part of the fire department gives me the opportunity to do so within my community. I look forward to learning more about what it takes to be a firefighter and hope to inspire many to go outside their comfort zone.
Josh Rissling
Fire Fighter
#32
About Me
#32 Josh Rissling
Firefighter
Since 2022
Born and raised here in Kindersley, enjoy hiking, exploring and finding waterfalls. The gym quickly became a passion, lucky enough Busted Barbell took me as an employee! Always had respect for emergency workers and decided firefighting suited me best! One of my best choices was joining this department, it’s a second family.
Ron Cales
Fire Fighter
#68
About Me
#68 Ron Cales
Firefighter
Since 2013
I enjoy spending time with my wife and 3 kids. We love to go camping, playing sports and hanging out. I am the owner of Panago Pizza in Kindersley. I never knew that I had a passion for being a Fire Fighter, but once I started and got trained and realized what type of a family the Fire Department was, I knew that this was the perfect fit for me. If you ever had a doubt about joining, come and try it out, it costs nothing to try it out. And who knows you might be the next fire chief.
Justin Smith
Fire Fighter
#71
About Me
#71 Justin smith
Firefighter
Since 2015
I enjoy spending time with my kids, sledding, traveling. I am currently employed by Lynco hot oilers in Kindersley. I’ve always had a strong interest in fire fighting and would encourage anybody who has a similar interest to join our team.
Jason Behiel
Fire Fighter
#91
About Me
#91 Jason Behiel
Fire Fighter / Safety Officer
Since 2020
I love spending time with my wife and 2 kids. We do almost everything together including hunting, fishing and almost any winter activities.
I am a consultant for Six S Partners out of Ontario. My clients are in the manufacturing industry and can be located anywhere in North America. I help them develop program specific solutions within their new ERP system to better assist their Quoting, Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing departments.
I have recently discovered a true passion for firefighting, and I hope to be with the fire department for many years. I encourage anyone who thinks they may enjoy this work to volunteer and join their local department. It is very rewarding and an exciting activity to be a part of.
Nicole Dufault
Fire Fighter
#92
About Me
#92 Nicole Dufault
Firefighter
Since 2021
I love to spend time out at the farm, with my family and friends, and play sports. I am a business owner of my own barbershop here in town. I enjoy being on the fire department as it is very rewarding. I feel anyone can join the department if they put their mind to it. I hope I am able to influence others to try it out!
Cassandra Annable
Fire Fighter
#93
About Me
#93 Cassandra Annable
Fire Fighter
Since 2022
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, going on adventures and anything artistic. I work at the Kindersley Coop grocery store as a meat cutter. I believe firefighting is something I was meant to do in my life and I plan on being here for many years to come. If you wanna do something with your life, make it happen only you can make your dreams come true.
Matthew Francis
Fire Fighter
#94
About Me
#94 Matt Francis
Fire Fighter
April 2022
I enjoy spending time on the farm and at home with my wife and our two dogs. I’ve lived in Kindersley my entire life and have always with worked in the AG industry with a brief stint in the oilfield as well. I saw the fire department as an opportunity to give back to the community and to challenge myself, I encourage everyone to do the same.
Sarah Anderson
Fire Fighter
#97
About Me
#97 Sarah Anderson
Fire fighter
Since 2019
I enjoy any activity that involves the outdoors like hiking or kayaking and have a passion for mental health awareness. I am at tech at Energy Dodge. I believe a fire department is a family and I have been lucky enough to serve previously with Delisle Fire Department and I am now a proud member of Kindersley Fires family as well. Myself and the department are here to support and protect the community we call home.
Mark Tenorio
Fire Fighter
#98
About Me
#98 Mark Tenorio
Firefighter
Since 2022
I Enjoy spending my time with my wife and daughter, I Love tattoo’s and playing video games on my free time. I work at co-op grocery store as Meat Cutter for 7 years. I have had a passion for firefighting since I was a kid. I hope to be with the Fire Department for many years.
Nancy Jasman
Fire Fighter
#99
About Me
#99 Nancy Jasman
Firefighter
Since 2022
I enjoy doing photography, gardening and fitness.
I am employed with Saskatchewan Health Authority.
I have always had an interest in firefighting. I hope to serve many years with the fire department and I am honored to be a part of the growing number of women paving an inspirational path, encouraging others to embrace the challenge, to have determination and commitment to serve the community and surrounding area with a dedicated team.