In order to keep a growing department on top of their game, it takes a tremendous amount of work at all levels. But the backbone of any department is the Shop. The center of activity and a place where information is shared, repairs are made and education is learned. At the center of it all is a detail oriented and super talented Mechanical Supervisor, Frank Docimo. Hired in 2008, during his early years on the line Frank was known as a Black Cloud, Jobs seemed to happen when he was around. As his time progressed and his other skills were required, Frank found his way to the Shops. Since then, Frank and his talented team has transformed the Shops into a premium division within the Stamford Fire Department. Loose equipment, apparatus repair and purchasing, vehicle upfitting, preventative maintenance, purchasing, supply chain, incident response and so on. The list of responsibilities is endless and Frank wouldn't have it any other way. He thrives on the organized chaos and he often finds a way to pull a rabbit out of a hat. As the backbone of the department, Frank knows the importance of his position and that so much is dependent upon his division. "So The Pride Can Ride"... a slogan that is taken to heart each and every day Frank and his team make it happen!!