Meet Our Recruitment Staff

Summit Fire & Medical District has recruitment staff on each shift (A, B, C shift)

Brandon Colaiacovo | A-Shift

Brandon C. grew up in Peoria, Arizona, and moved to Flagstaff in 2019 to attend Northern Arizona University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Fitness Wellness. After working as a strength trainer, sawmill worker, and EMT, he joined Summit Fire & Medical District as a Firefighter on A-Shift. In his free time, Brandon enjoys hiking, axe throwing, martial arts, and spending time with family and friends.

“My family has always said, ‘Find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life!’ and this job has proved that to be true.” – Brandon Colaiacovo

Brandon Gia | B-Shift

Brandon G. grew up in Torrance, California and moved to Flagstaff in 2014 to attend Northern Arizona University. He became a Wildland Firefighter in 2015 before joining Summit Fire & Medical District where he now serves as Engineer and Paramedic on B-shift. In his time off, he enjoys hunting and spending time outdoors with his wife and two dogs.

“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”– Brandon Gia

Kyle Jokkel | C-Shift

Kyle grew up in Parker, Arizona, and joined the Marines in 2013. After moving to Flagstaff in 2017, he spent six years as a Wildland Firefighter with the Forest Service while earning a bachelor's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Northern Arizona University. He now serves as a Firefighter and acting Engineer on C-Shift at Summit Fire & Medical District. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys spending time with his wife, hunting, and deep-sea fishing.

“This truly is one of the best careers, it just takes the right person to want the challenge.” – Kyle Jokkel