Chris began his EMS career in 1994 as an EMT and became a paramedic in 1996. Chris has extensive EMS experience including ground EMS, air medical, tactical (SWAT) EMS and working offshore. Along with numerous advanced certifications, he is also licensed in Community Paramedicine. Chris is also a team leader on the Homeland Security Response Team (HSRT) and Stoddard County Ambulance District Special Response Team (SRT).

Chris was appointed Paramedic Lieutenant in April of 2023.