Several Purdue firefighters promoted during advancement ceremony

The Purdue University Fire Department recognized the promotion of six firefighters at an advancement ceremony on Aug. 1. Family, friends and other local public safety agencies joined in the celebration. The following firefighters were recognized during the ceremony.

Josh Gipson

Josh Gipson was promoted to assistant chief of C-shift. Gipson began his career with Purdue in 2011 as a firefighter paramedic, then moved to captain in 2021. He previously worked as a paramedic for Benton County EMS and volunteered as a firefighter for the Wabash Township Fire Department.

Kevin Luse

Kevin Luse was promoted from lieutenant inspector to assistant chief of fire prevention. Prior to his role with the inspection division, Luse worked as a firefighter paramedic for the Monticello Fire Department and dispatcher for Purdue. Luse is heavily involved in event planning, student organizations, Greek life and construction projects across campus.

Justin Marvin

Justin Marvin was promoted to captain of B-shift. Marvin joined the Purdue University Fire Department in 2016 as a firefighter paramedic. Prior to coming to Purdue, he was a firefighter paramedic for the city of Crawfordsville and Benton County EMS. He also volunteered for the Wabash Township Fire Department.

Adam Bordner

Adam Bordner was promoted to lieutenant inspector on B-shift. Bordner began his career with Purdue in 2017 as a firefighter paramedic. He previously worked as a paramedic for both Tippecanoe and Carroll County EMS and volunteered as a firefighter for the Tippecanoe Township, Washington Township and Rossville volunteer fire departments.

Jamie Johnson

Jamie Johnson was promoted to lieutenant inspector on C-shift. Johnson started at the fire department in 2014 as a firefighter/EMT. Prior to joining the Boilermaker family, Johnson was a firefighter/EMT for the Greensboro (North Carolina) Fire Department. He is a veteran of the United States Navy and currently serves as an Air Force Reserve. 

Bob Heisel

Bob Heisel was promoted to lieutenant inspector on A-shift. Heisel joined the fire department in 2013 as a firefighter/EMT after serving as a civilian fire inspector for Purdue since 2011. Heisel also serves part time as a deputy marshal in Waynetown, Indiana.

“Throughout their careers, each of these individuals has demonstrated their commitment to the Purdue University Fire Department, the community they serve and their fellow firefighters,” Chief Brad Anderson said. “They share a desire to expand their skill set, learn new roles and assume additional responsibilities as part of the fire department leadership team. It was an honor to recognize them at this special ceremony.”

The fire department is part of Administrative Operations. The organization provides the university with safe, reliable and transformative services. Recognizing and promoting the hardworking individuals who make up our fire department is just one of the many ways the organization powers Purdue.