The Canton Fire Department recently hired Michael Salliotte as a firefighter/paramedic, bringing the department up to a full staffing level.

Salliotte, a 27-year old Dearborn resident completed his paramedic license program at Henry Ford Community College in January of this year. Before joining the department Salliotte worked for Novi Fire Department, Concord EMS, and was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps.

Candidates for the Canton Fire Department go through a rigorous testing process that includes both written and physical agility tests, oral board, medical and psychological examinations and an extensive background check. To find out more about opportunities at the department visit www.canton-mi.org.

MEDIA CONTACT: Fire Chief Michael Rorabacher, 734/394-5455