Maple Grove Firefighter Retires After Nearly 40 Years of Service
Maple Grove is saying goodbye to one of its longest-tenured firefighters. Assistant Fire Chief Rob Pearson is retiring after 37 years with the city.
“As a kid, I wanted to be a firefighter,” said Pearson.
He started with Maple Grove as a Fire Explorer in 1981 and was hired as a firefighter in 1985.
Pearson says the best part of his job is serving and helping the community during and after a tragedy.
“If we could help them in some way or have a positive outcome, that’s what makes it worthwhile, “explained Pearson.
Maple Grove Assistant Fire Chief Rob Pearson is retiring after 37 years with the department.
He says he’s most proud of his commitment and dedication to the city, and the fact that he’ll leave a legacy with the department.
“My call response was never below the minimum percentages and has had a part of everyone’s training that’s currently on this department,” said Pearson.
His last official day is September 30th.
The assistant chief says he’ll miss the community and his co-workers, but he plans to spend more time with his 91-year-old mom.
“I know that this city will be in good hands,” said Pearson. “I’m handing over the torch. They’ll keep running.”
