Village of Oak Brook Fire Department

06/12/2026

After nearly 34 years of service to the Oak Brook Fire Department and having served the Village of Oak Brook with dedication, honor and pride, Battalion Chief Jeff Marciniak has announced his intent to retire, completing his last shift the morning of June 21st, 2026. Battalion Chief Marciniak has been steadfast in his service to the Village, always looking to move the organization and those within forward. Over the course of his long and successful career, he has served as a Firefighter/Paramedic, a Lieutenant, and a Battalion Chief since November of 2005. In addition, Jeff was also a fire inspector, a fire investigator, a member of both the MABAS Division 12 Hazardous Materials and Technical Rescue Teams and often served as the department’s Acting Fire Chief while the Chief is away. During his time with the Oak Brook Fire Department, Battalion Chief Marciniak has always been willing to step forward and assist the department where needed, serving in nearly every capacity possible within the organization. Several years ago, Jeff served as the department’s training officer and began to move the training division along the path of success realized today and most recently has been the department’s EMS Coordinator. Battalion Chief Marciniak has been a mentor to many throughout his career and undoubtedly leaves with a wealth of knowledge not only of the fire service, but of the history of the Village of Oak Brook.

To celebrate Jeff and his successful career as he heads off into retirement, please join us on Wednesday, June 24th at Station #94 at 0900 hrs.

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

Congratulations to Probationary Firefighter Paramedic Zachary Steinhagen along with academy class 26-02 of the NIPSTA Fire Academy on their graduation last Friday. Today, we welcome Zach back to shift in Oak Brook and look forward to his continued learning, career development, and service to our wonderful community.

06/09/2026

Prior to the end of school, the Oak Brook Fire Department was pleased to welcome Superintendent, Dr. Paul O’Malley, Executive Assistant Sandra Morris, and Superintendents for the Day from the Butler School District.

06/06/2026

The Dr. Joseph Hartmann Award, presented by Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, recognizes paramedics who demonstrate exceptional skill and teamwork in providing lifesaving emergency care in pre-hospital environment. Named in honor of Dr. Joseph Hartmann, the hospital's first medical director of emergency services, the award celebrates those who go above and beyond in critical situations to make a difference when it matters most.

Out of tens of thousands of EMS runs in the Good Samaritan Hospital System annually and over fifty nominees this year, we are proud to receive the 2026 Hartmann First Runner-up Award. In November of 2025, Lieutenant/Paramedic Rob Ebsen along with Firefighter/Paramedics Seth Bowlan, Eric Focht, Fouad Samawi, and Johnny Walylko responded to Rush Medical for a patient who’s condition turned critical while in surgery. Despite the grave circumstances, the Oak Brook EMS crew put their training and skills to task, working through multiple protocols and life saving interventions. Demonstrating leadership under pressure, quick thinking, and teamwork, crews transported the patient to Elmhurst Hospital and through the efforts of all involved, the patient eventually experienced a full recovery.

On Friday, the team was presented with their award by Good Samaritan EMS Medical Director Dr. Thomas Grudowski and EMS System Coordinator Frank Kolsky.

05/22/2026

🚑 National EMS Week | Oak Brook Fire Department 🚒

This week, Oak Brook Fire Department proudly joins communities across the country in celebrating National EMS Week and recognizing the dedicated firefighter/paramedics who serve our community every day.

The 2026 EMS Week theme, “Improving Outcomes, Together,” highlights the teamwork behind every emergency response. From dispatchers and firefighters to police officers, hospital staff, and community partners, emergency medical care is truly a collaborative effort focused on helping people when they need it most. Together, we strengthen the chain of survival and improve outcomes for our residents, businesses, and visitors alike.

At Oak Brook Fire Department, all of our firefighters are also certified paramedics and all of our front-line apparatus are equipped to deliver advanced life support level care. Each firefighter/paramedic responds with compassion, professionalism, skill, and calm during some of life’s most difficult moments. Whether it’s a medical emergency, accident, rescue, or public assist, they are ready to answer the call and provide lifesaving care with pride and dedication. In order to ensure they are prepared, Oak Brook’s firefighter/paramedics train extensively each day.

To our firefighter/paramedics: thank you for your resilience, teamwork, courage, and unwavering commitment to serving others. Your professionalism and compassion make a difference every single day, and the Village of Oak Brook is proud of the work you do.💙🚑👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

05/19/2026

Captain Ray Petter, Badge #12, was hired by the Oak Brook Fire Department on April 01, 1970, and served the Village with honor and dedication until retiring on July 29, 1991, after over 21 years of service. Ray, also a veteran of the US Army, was a devoted member of the department, a great person to spend time with while on shift, enjoyed a good laugh, and loved telling stories. During his career, Captain Petter also served as the department’s Vehicle Maintenance Officer as well as a long-time member of the Oak Brook Firefighter Pension Board.

02/12/2026

A sincere thank you to our SWEET residents for sharing an early Valentine’s celebration with us.
Your music, your energy, and your sweet surprises made the occasion especially delightful.

02/09/2026

Today we honor the memory of Firefighter/Paramedic Tommy Sinclair. It’s hard to believe two years have passed since his loss. His warmth, his great sense of humor, and the way he could lift the spirits of the crew are still felt in our station every day. The moments we shared—on calls, around the table, and the quiet in between—continue to remind us of the firefighter and friend he was. We carry his spirit forward today and always.
Rest easy brother!
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