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Congratulations to Captain Jader Tobon, recipient of the City of Coral Gables “Firefighter of the Month Award,” for the month of August 2025.
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Captain Tobon has been selected as August’s Firefighter of the Month for his outstanding display of individual initiative surpassing job requirements and expectations, specifically for his hard work and dedication to the department.
There is an incredible talent pool within the ranks of our Fire Department. Captain Tobon consistently demonstrates tremendous leadership both on and off the fireground. He serves as a natural extension of the Training Division, regularly taking initiative to mentor, guide, and develop newer members of the department. His commitment to the professional growth of probationary and rookie firefighters has played a vital role in building a strong foundation for our future personnel.
Captain Tobon always has a forward-thinking mindset and dedication to the long-term progression of the department. He actively seeks out opportunities to improve training, enhance operations, and support a culture of continuous improvement.
Due to his outstanding work ethic and dedication to the Fire Department, Captain Tobon is nominated Firefighter of the month for August 2025.