Chief Wells began his Fire Rescue career in 1980 with the West Palm Beach Fire Department. In 1981, Chief Wells moved to the Lake Park Fire Department, where he rose through the ranks to become Fire Chief in 1992. During his tenure as Fire Chief, he initiated the upgrading of the department's level of service from Basic Life Support to Advanced Life Support transport service while increasing department staffing and providing ALS transport to a neighboring community. In 2002, Lake Park Fire Rescue was mergered into Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, where Chief Wells has held the rank of Battalion Chief. He currently is assigned to Battalion 1 since December 2009 after serving in Battalions 4 and 9. He is also the Volunteer Battalion Liaison. Chief Wells has an AA degree from PBCC while working toward his Bacholars and holds several state certifications including Fire Officer 1.

Battalion Chief Nigel Baker was hired with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue in 1987, Class #7. He has been involved in Emergency Services in Palm Beach County for the past 22 years, 20 of which have been with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue. He has a degree in Emergency Medical Services Management and another in Fire Science Technology. He has been a participant in the United States Fire Administration's four year Executive Fire Officer Program and is also a Florida State-certified Paramedic, Fire Instructor, Fire Safety Inspector, and a Hazardous Materials Technician. Chief Baker is a Command Staff member on the Florida Division of Forestry Incident Management Blue Team. He has served as the Department's Public Information Officer (PIO) and Battalion Chief of the Communications Center from 1996-2001. Transferred to Battalion Chief of Battalion 4 in 2001-2005, then transferred to Battalion Chief of Battalion 2 in 2005 to present.

Hired in 1983 with Reservation Fire Department, one of the County's original Fire Districts. After consolidation in 1984, when Palm Beach County Fire Rescue was created, became Union President from 1986 - 1996. In 1993 became a member of the Standards and Training Council, State of Florida. Was the Chairman of the Standards and Training Council from 1994 - 1996. In 1996 through 1997, was an Executive Assistant in the Human Resources Division. Promoted to Battalion Chief and became involved in Labor relations in July of 1997. Became the Battalion Chief of the Training & Safety Division from 1999 - 2001. Moved to Battalion Chief of Battalion 5 in 2001 then transferred to Battalion Chief of Battalion 3 in 2003 to present.

Chief Tolbert began his career with Fire Rescue in February of 1987. Originally hired as a Firefighter/Paramedic, he has served as a Driver Operator, Engine Company Officer and District Chief before his current assignment as Battalion Chief in Western Delray and Boynton. This former Army Sergeant holds numerous certifications including Fire Instructor II, Fire Safety Inspector, Live Fire Instructor, Paramedic, Pump Operator, and Fire Officer I. He has held the position of Lead Instructor for the Officer Candidate Schools of newly promoted Company Officers and District Chiefs, and has been involved in the teaching of Firefighter Recruits. Chief Tolbert has an Associate's Degree in Fire Science Technology, is trained as a Hazardous Materials Technician, and is a Community College Adjunct Instructor.

Battalion Chief Todd Blake was hired by Palm Beach County Fire Rescue in September, 1987. He is a state-certified Paramedic, Fire Service Instructor II, Fire Safety Inspector, and has an Associate's Degree in EMS Management. He has worked as a Firefighter/EMT, Paramedic, Flight Medic, Company Officer, and District Chief, before assignment to Battalion 5 in June of 2009. He began his fire service career as a volunteer firefighter in Richmond, Ohio in 1974, where he became a state certified paramedic in 1984.

Battalion Chief Michael Arena has served Palm Beach County for over 20 years and was a graduate of PBCFR 5th recruit class. He is a graduate of The United States Fire Administration's four year Executive Fire Officer Program and has an A.S. degree in Emergency Medical Services. Chief Arena is a state of Florida Paramedic, Fire Instructor and Fire Safety Inspector. Additionally he has served in the US Armed services reserve with The United States Coast Guard and recently retired as a Lieutenant. He has also served as Battalion Chief of Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting at PBIA for three years and is presently the Battalion Chief of Battalion 7 in the Glades.

Chief Horowitz joined the fire service in 1978, with Del-Trail Fire Control District #9 as a firefighter/paramedic after being Paramedic certified in 1975. Promoted thru the ranks and currently at Palm Beach International Airport as the Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) Battalion Chief. Certified Aircraft Rescue Firefighter in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation Part 139. Chief Horowitz earned a degree in Business Administration and is a 1995 Graduate of the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer program. Certified as a State of Florida Firefighter, Paramedic, Municipal Fire Inspector, Fire Standards Instructor and Lead Instructor for EMS program at Palm Beach Community College. He has been an American Heart Association Provider and Instructor for CPR, ACLS and PALS. He has attended numerous National Fire Academy programs in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Attended Incident Command and Control programs through the State of Florida and Department of Homeland Security. Also attended ARFF Chief’s leadership programs, ARFF tactics and strategy programs delivered by the ARFF working group association and Association of Airport Executives. His achievements include Palm Beach County Call of the Year Award,Distinguished EMS Service Award, Palm Beach County EMS Office and EMS Provider Association.

Battalion Chief Mark Anderson was hired by Del-Trail Fire District in January 1979. In 1984 Del-Trail was merged with other fire districts to form Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. He is a state-certified Paramedic, Fire Service Instructor II, Fire Safety Inspector, Hazardous Materials Technician, and has an Associate's Degree in Fire Sciences. Chief Anderson is a member of FEMA Urban Search and Rescue Team, Florida Task Force II. He has worked as a Firefighter/EMT, Paramedic, Driver/Operator, Company Officer, and District Chief, before assignment as the Battalion Chief for Battalion 9 and Special Operations in April 2006.

Chief Rattey joined the Volunteers in 1997 and has served as the Battalion Chief since 2004. In his civilian life he is presently a commercial helicopter pilot and instructor. After graduating college in 1980 he worked for over 20 years in the computer industry for several major corporations. During this time he also served in the military as a telecommunications officer in both reserve and active duty posts. He retired from the military as a Captain.His present role is to enhance the capabilities and equipment of the volunteer battalion to best serve the needs of the career firefighters and the citizens of Palm Beach County.