Firefighter Martyn Gonzalez

Martyn Gonzalez is 23 years old and lives right here in Kankakee. He has been in the fire service for a little over 2 years and is currently on the Kankakee Township Fire Department. Martyn started with the KFD as an intern in February of 2024 and recently completed the paramedic program at KCC/Riverside. FF. Gonzalez was born and raised in Kankakee and still lives on the east side. He is very proud of the roots and journey his immigrant parents started here in the city. Martyn is very active and enjoys being outside playing soccer, volleyball, or snowboarding. He enjoys traveling and growing through new experiences.

FF. Gonzalez brings the following qualifications with him to the KFD:

• EMT-B
• BOF
• Hazardous Material Operations