Our Team
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Joe Carroll, Chief of Operations
Starting in 2002, Joe was one of the original paramedics for Kennebunkport. In 2002 and became chief in 2017. He is a full-time lieutenant paramedic for the Saco Fire Department. Joe is a graduate of Northeastern University and Anna Maria college. Originally from Limerick, he currently lives in Saco with his four kids. When he is not working, Joe enjoys the Maine outdoors.
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Kyle Gagne, Assistant Chief
Kyle has been with KEMS for about 17 years and became Assistant Chief in 2019. He also works full time for the Saco Fire Department. Kyle received his degree from SMCC and lives in Lyman where he enjoys spending time with family.
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Dave Hamel, EMS Coordinator
Dave has been part of the KEMS team since 2008 when he started as a part time paramedic. He has served as the EMS coordinator for five years. He is a Captain for the Saco Fire Department. Dave studied Paramedicine at SMCC and resides in Sanford with his wife and four kids. Dave enjoys spending time outdoors when not at work.
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Dean Auriemma, Public Relations and Community Education
Dean is serving his ninth year with KEMS and works for Kennebunk Fire Rescue as a FF/EMT. He received his basic EMTB degree from UNE. Dean teaches first aid, CPR, and does other related education consulting. Originally from Chicago, Dean lives in Kennebunk with his wife where he raised his four children and now enjoys spending time with his grandchild. Outside of KEMS and Kennebunk Fire Rescue, he is a Ski Patroller on Pleasant Mountain.
Explore our Headquarters
KEMS HQ is located on the top floor of the Cape Porpoise Station. Our ambulance sits in the garage below, always ready to respond to a call.
