50 years on the job as a paramedic [Video]

Gary Renaud didn’t think he’d last when he started as a paramedic in Huron County, on September 20, 1974.

“When I first started, I didn’t think five years I’d make it. So to come along and be in this profession for 50 years and to see the things I’ve seen over the 50 years. It’s quite a journey,” says Renaud.

Today, the 71 year old is marking 50 years a paramedic. He says he never aspired to move into management, he enjoys being on the road, and helping patients too much.

“I never liked the desk job. There’s better people suited for desk jobs. And, we have great management that are capable of doing all that sort of stuff. I like being out in the thrill of things. And I like being out and helping people, seeing those faces, walking in the nursing home. There’s people there that, you know, …