Grant County Fire District 7 Chief Erick Brittain said he has big shoes to fill after former chief Chris Baker rebuilt the department. He said he is excited to keep that momentum going.
August 21, 2025
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Erick Brittain takes over at GCFD 7
SOAP LAKE – Grant County Fire District 7 has welcomed a new chief, Erick Brittain, who brings with him a wealth of experience and a passion for community service, he said. After a distinguished 25-year career as a firefighter-paramedic, Brittain's journey into firefighting began in the mid-1990s with a shift in career aspirations that uniquely shaped his path. Originally pursuing a degree in education at Central Washington University, Brittain's interests were redirected after he began working at Les Schwab, where he observed the benefits enjoyed by firefighters.