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Western Buckeye Training LLC "The FUTURE belongs to those who PREPARE." Western Buckeye Training is a company created in 2016 by Ohio Level II Firefighter and Paramedic Jordan Hempker.

Western Buckeye Training, LLC is a Firefighter owned training company that is dedicated to providing affordable realistic, quality, training locally and abroad. Originally from the Lima area, Jordan began his career at the age of 16 with the Cridersville Volunteer Fire Company. He then attended Hocking College, where he received professional certifications in the Fire and EMS services respectively. While studying at Hocking, Jordan worked part-time at Hocking Township Fire Department and after graduation became a part-time member of Trotwood Fire and Rescue (Dayton,Ohio area). The experience he gained in working at such diverse departments and areas of the Ohio Fire Service led him to his first full time position at Shawnee Township Fire Department. Working full-time Jordan focused on training and networking outside the area of Lima. He attended several out of state conferences such as Orlando Fire Conference, Williams Foam School, etc. He has come to value and appreciate networking with like minded individuals of the fire service. Jordan is currently a full time Firefighter and Paramedic at Harrison Township Fire Dept in Ashville, Ohio. He holds a Hazmat Tech, Ohio Fire Instructor, and numerous EMS certifications. Jordan uses these certifications to improve not only his own skills and ability as a Firefighter/Paramedic, but to help other members of the Fire Service expand their knowledge and skill sets in order to give the citizens of the community highly trained first responders. The community and the citizens come first; customer service is a key element in the success of fire departments. Jordan created Western Buckeye Training as a means to offer quality, up-to-date training for members of the Fire Service locally and abroad. He has enlisted the help of several team members for the company, from welders to instructors, etc. He understands that departments are limited in regards to accessibility of training and hopes to offer cost efficient courses that will help members grow professionally and not "break the bank". Western Buckeye Training is constantly looking for new and improved methods of building props, presenting information, and ways of communicating with departments/customers. This is truly a company created with love, passion, and dedication for the fire service.

19 students 3 days of hands on training 60 🔥’s in 2 days Over 200 doors forced Fortified doors and windows defeated Over...
10/09/2026

19 students
3 days of hands on training
60 🔥’s in 2 days
Over 200 doors forced
Fortified doors and windows defeated
Overcoming forcible entry obstacles in limited to zero visibility
Engine stretches and flows
RIP to the pad locks!

-Work-

Access Under Pressure at BG State Fire School

Thank you to the students and their hard hard work! This group wanted the reps and the amount of pride and respect I have for this group is astounding.

Thank you to the City of Napoleon Fire Dept for the use of the training facility and the support your staff provided. The fires were good and the friendships are strong.

Thank you BG State Fire School for allowing us the opportunity to provide this course.

Julie Neiswander and Brian Hanson, thank you for providing lunch. It was perfect timing.

Lastly, thank you to the WBT instructors. The work, dedication, and love for the fire service showed this week.

Thank you!

We out!
10/08/2026

We out!

10/08/2026

Day 3 BG State Fire School 🔥scenario day

BG State Fire School scenario day! Cory Stroup getting the crews together!
10/08/2026

BG State Fire School scenario day! Cory Stroup getting the crews together!

10/07/2026

BG state Fire school

10/07/2026
After many many hours of prep, help from the wife and the guys at work and a long day of set up/prep BG State Fire Schoo...
10/06/2026

After many many hours of prep, help from the wife and the guys at work and a long day of set up/prep BG State Fire School is here!

Access Under Pressure at the Napoleon Fire Depts training facility!

A few more things to button up in the morning and then it’s all irons.

1 day skill set acquisition
2 days of live fire 🔥

Let’s go!

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to support a great training hosted by Grand Haven Township Fire Department in Michigan...
09/21/2026

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to support a great training hosted by Grand Haven Township Fire Department in Michigan.

The two-day “Residential Playbook” program, presented by Keith Stakes, takes research from UL/FSRI and puts it into practical fireground application. Grand Haven Township FD was awarded a grant to build a water-mapping prop, giving students the opportunity to put the concepts discussed in the classroom into practice and see firsthand how water moves through the residential fire environment.

For the hands-on portion, we had the opportunity to flow water using Mercedes Textiles LPX 1.5" fire hose, putting the line to work through the different water-mapping evolutions.

We always enjoy opportunities like this not only to support the training, but to get some reps in and continue learning ourselves.
A big thank you to Chief Schrader for the invitation and for allowing us to provide hose and nozzles, flow some water, and most importantly, be students.

I always walk away from time with Keith and the UL/FSRI team having learned something new.

Yesterday, we continued our Officer Development Series with the Leipsic Fire Department.Our session focused on effective...
08/16/2026

Yesterday, we continued our Officer Development Series with the Leipsic Fire Department.

Our session focused on effective communication, scene size-up, command and control of the fireground, and the leadership responsibilities that come with riding the front seat.
One thing that continues to stand out about Leipsic FD is the pride and ownership their members have in their department. There is a strong appreciation for the history and traditions of those who came before them, while also recognizing the responsibility they have to continue moving the organization forward. That kind of pride shows in the firehouse, in their equipment, and most importantly, in their people.

It has been a pleasure to be a small part of the officer development journey these members have been on throughout the year. Western Buckeye Training has always valued the opportunity to work with departments that invest in their people and take ownership in developing the next generation of leaders.
We even caught a little excitement during the day with a call for service, putting some of those conversations into a real-world setting!

Thank you to the Leipsic Fire Department for the continued trust, hospitality, and opportunity to be part of your development.

08/13/2026

Virginia Beach, here we come!

We’re excited to announce that Western Buckeye Training has been selected to present at the 2027 Virginia Fire Rescue Conference in Virginia Beach, February 15–16!

We’ll be bringing three programs to the conference:

🔥 The Acting Officer: A Firefighter’s Position
🔥 First Due Thoughts for the Engine Company
🔥 Scene Size-Up & The 360: Building the Tactical Plan

We’re looking forward to sharing ideas, talking shop, and spending a couple of days with firefighters from across Virginia and beyond.

A huge thank you to the selection committee for the opportunity and for trusting us to be a small part of the 2027 conference.

Virginia Beach — we’ll see you in February!

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Canal Winchester, OH
43110

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