Double Oak Volunteer Fire Department

Chief Erik Eichinger

Serving Double Oak Fire Since: 2020

Profession: Retired HR Leader

I moved back to Texas and Double Oak in 2019 and joined the department in October of 2020.  I spend quite a lot of time at Station 550 when I am in town and travel quite a bit with my wife and son.  I enjoy outdoor pursuits like hunting, fishing, and golf and spending time with friends and family.

Assistant Chief Bob Bowen

Serving on the Department Since: 1997

Profession: Regional Sales Manager

I moved to Double Oak in 1997, that’s when I joined the department. I am married, have a daughter and an awesome grandson. Work and the Fire Department is where I spend most of my days. When I have available time I spend as much as possible with my family and friends.

Battalion Chief Kirk Grau

Serving on the Department Since: 2013

Profession: Regional Sales Manager

My wife and I moved to Flower Mound around 2011 both being from the area. (Coppell & Argyle). My wife, daughter and I enjoy traveling out of the country, going skiing, and time out on the lake. If I am not at work or doing something that involves the FD I also enjoy hunting, scuba diving, BBQing and time with friends.

Captain Mike Unger

Serving on the Department Since: 2019

Profession: Insurance Adjuster

We moved to the Double Oak area in 2019 having been out of the country for about 5 years. Volunteering on a fire department was very important to me from my past years of experience, I tried to locate a volunteer department in the area and found DOVFD. We searched for a home close to the Fire Station, which allowed me to be able to be a regular part of the department. I love to travel, hike, ski, mountain bike and sail, and do anything outside really. Very happy to be a part of a great department with excellent membership.

Captain Brandon Miller

Serving Double Oak Fire Since: 2021

My wife, son, and I moved to north Texas in 2011, then to Double Oak in 2019.  I have really enjoyed my time with DOVFD, as it is a great way for me to contribute to this amazing community. Being a part of our fire department has been such a great life experience, as I have learned and done so many things I wouldn’t have otherwise.  When not at work or at DOVFD I enjoy outdoor activities like golf or fishing with family and friends.

Captain Chip Schneider

Serving Double Oak Fire Since: 2015

Profession: Management Consultant

Since 2001, my wife and I have lived in the area and call Flower Mound home. With our three kids, we stay very involved in their schools, church, and the community. As a Partner at a growing consulting company, my days stay busy working through the toughest challenges of profitability my clients can throw at me in Finance, Procurement, AI, and Technology. My time in Double Oak is such a blessing to be able to serve this community as a Firefighter and to continually learn and grow not only my skills, but the skills of the others in our department.

Captain Mike Bassano

Serving Double Oak Fire Since: 2007

Originally from NYC, I was a volunteer police officer with a specialty in rescue for 38 years.  During that time I spent several months at ground zero of the World Trade Center site.  My job brought me and my wife Christine to Flower Mound and eventually Double Oak. Very shortly thereafter I met Chief Mabra/Chief Gaines and they invited me to join the department as they were sure I could put my past training to use and learn the necessary fire skills.

Lieutenant Craig Apfel

Serving Double Oak Fire Since: 2021

Profession: Wealth Management Professional

My wife and I have lived in Flower Mound since 2014 and have four kids. I work full-time for a financial technology company and have worked in the wealth management industry since graduating from Brigham Young University in 2010. Family and community mean everything to me so I find it an incredible privilege to serve the community of Double Oak.  I love learning new things and love spending time with my family.

Lieutenant Jon Sisk

Serving Double Oak Fire Since: 2022

Profession: General Contractor

I have proudly resided in the Flower Mound/Copper Canyon area since 1987, where I have raised two wonderful boys. In addition to working full-time in the construction industry and owning my own business, I have always been driven by a deep passion for serving my church and community. Since 2022, I have dedicated my time and expertise to the Double Oak Volunteer Fire Department, utilizing my skills to serve and protect the vibrant community of Double Oak. 

Lieutenant
Michael Rowell

Serving Double Oak Fire Since: 2020

Profession: Firefighter/Parametic

I have lived in DFW since 2008. I currently work full time as a Firefighter/Paramedic in Arlington (Pantego). My hobbies when I’m not at work include cooking, working out, playing guitar and fishing. I love being apart of DOVFD as it gives me a chance to directly affect a community by way of servant leadership, community engagement and helping others.