The Vista Fire Department is pleased to announce the promotion of Robbie Ford to Deputy Fire Chief!
Robbie has 32 years of experience in the fire service beginning at North County as a firefighter/paramedic in 1990. He came to Vista in 1996 and worked as a firefighter/paramedic, engineer, and captain. In 2014, he went to the Encinitas, Solana Beach, and Del Mar Fire Departments and spent five years as a battalion chief and two and a half years as deputy chief. His most recent job has been with Valley Center Fire Protection District as an engine company captain. In July 2022, Robbie returned to Vista as a Battalion Chief.
In addition, Robbie has also worked as an ocean lifeguard with Encinitas and a deputy sheriff/flight medic with San Bernardino County Sheriff. Robbie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupations Safety and Health Administration and is currently working on his Master’s Degree in Public Administration and Emergency Management.
