The Lockwood Fire Department has appointed former Captain Karim Eshbaugh, to the newly -created  position of Deputy Fire Chief. Chief Eshbaugh has 17 years of experience with Lockwood Fire. He will begin his new duties on January 1, 2020.

Eshbaugh’s salary will be $80,000. He will report directly to the Fire Chief, John Staley. His responsibilities will include managing training, emergency medical services, and daily operation.

He will work 40 hour weeks and will be on call for major emergencies as the Incident Commander.