Meet Firefighter/EMT Rachel Kaut

Where are you stationed?

Fire Station 8 (Lien Road) on the 'C' shift

What was your career prior to MFD?

Prior to joining the MFD, I was managing a yoga studio in Oak Creek and Milwaukee, WI. Our studio prided itself on the customer service experience we offered our members – and was a key to our success. It prepared me for this job as so much of what we do as a department is rooted in customer service.

Why did you want to pursue a career in fire/EMS?

I was looking for a career where I could be physically active and one that was not the same from day to day. I love that every day at work is different. I also wanted to help people and give back to the community.

What do you do when you're not working at MFD? 

When I’m not at work at MFD, I can be found at the yoga studio I used to manage filling in behind the front desk and taking classes. I love to be active which is partially why this job appealed to me. I also love to play tennis and run.       

Is there anything else you’d like to share about yourself?

I have two dogs, an 11-year-old Cavalier King Charles named Tex, and a 3-year-old Cane Corso named Ellie (short for Elephant – she is 140lbs).