Chris Drone
Fire Chief
After serving in the United States Marine Corps, Chris began his professional career in 2007 where he worked as a Building Plans Examiner for the City of Vancouver. Since then, he has filled multiple roles in Community Development and Fire Prevention in Teller County Colorado, City of Colorado Springs Fire Department, and Vancouver Fire. Chris became the Fire Marshal for District 3 in 2017.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Washington State University). He holds international certifications as a Fire Marshal, Building Official, and Master Code Professional. Chris is currently licensed as a Professional Fire Protection Engineer.
Chief Drone is a member of the International Association of Arson Investigators, National Fire Protection Association, International Code Council, and National Fire Academy Alumni Association. He currently serves as a board member for the Northwest Fire Investigators Association.
Email: chris.drone@fire3.org
Sean Smith
Assistant Chief of Operations
Assistant Chief Sean Smith leads the operations division for Clark County Fire District 3. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the District’s operational readiness and effectiveness. His key focus areas include managing CAD Response Plans, analyzing and implementing staffing and response models, and ensuring efficient and high-quality emergency response performance across the organization.
Sean began his fire service career in 1999, attending the Fire Protection Technology Program at Portland Community College. He joined Fire District 11 as a volunteer in 2003 and was hired by Fire District 3 as a career firefighter in 2004. Over the years, he advanced through the ranks—promoted to Captain in 2010, Battalion Chief in 2015, and Assistant Chief of Operations in 2025.
A native of Sweet Home, Oregon, Sean graduated from Sweet Home High School in 1992. He holds an Associate of Science in Fire Protection Technology from Portland Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Concordia University.
With more than 20 years of service, Sean brings operational expertise, proven leadership, and a strong commitment to excellence in public safety.
Email: sean.smith@fire3.org
Jason Mansfield
Division Chief
Started as an Intern Firefighter with Fire District 3 in 1998 and was hired by Fire District 3 in 1999.
Served as a Firefighter/EMT, Captain, Training Captain, Acting Battalion Chief. Volunteered with the Camas Fire Department. Worked for WA State Department of Natural Resources as a Wildland Firefighter.
Graduated from Eastern Oregon University with a Bachelor of Science in Fire Service Administration and a Minor Degree in Communications. Graduated from Portland Community College with an Associates Degree in Fire Protection Technology. Washougal High School Graduate 1992.
Served in the U.S. Army as an Infantryman from 1992-1995.
Email: jason.mansfield@fire3.org
Dave O’Brien
Battalion Chief
Dave O’Brien serves as Battalion Chief on B Shift. Dave’s responsibilities include Facilities, and the daily shift duties as a Battalion Chief.
Dave grew up in the Venersborg area and after graduating from Battle Ground High School started his career in the fire service in 1987 as a volunteer with Fire District 3. After high school, he attended and graduated from the Oregon Health Sciences University Paramedic Education Program. He went to work in Las Vegas, NV first as a field medic with American Medical Response and later as a Flight Medic for Air REACT.
In 2000, Dave returned to Clark County and was the Assistant Director of North Country EMS and served as a Firefighter and Lieutenant with Clark County Fire District 13. In 2005, Dave returned to Fire District 3 to lead our Emergency Medical Services Program.
Dave holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration from UNLV. In 2013, Dave graduated from the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program.
Andrew Blomdahl
Battalion Chief
Andrew Blomdahl serves as Battalion Chief on A-Shift. Andrew’s responsibilities include Apparatus as well as daily shift duties as Battalion Chief.
Andrew grew up in Vancouver and graduated from Evergreen High School. Shortly after high school he enrolled in Portland Community College’s Fire Protection Technology program and began pursuing a career in the Fire Service. He joined Fire District 3 in 1999 as an Intern Firefighter and was hired as a career Firefighter in 2006.
Andrew worked his way through the ranks of Firefighter and was promoted to Captain in 2015. Andrew obtained an Associates of Science degree in Fire Protection Technology from Portland Community College. He was appointed to his current position of Battalion Chief in 2023.
Tony Wagar
Battalion Chief
Tony Wagar serves as Battalion Chief on C-Shift. Tony’s responsibilities include Prefires, Internal Communications Services, and the daily shift duties as Battalion Chief.
Tony grew up in Vancouver. He was homeschooled through high school and graduated in 1996. He enrolled in Portland Community College’s Fire Protection program in the Fall of 1997 and graduated with an Associates Degree in Fire Protection Technology in 2000.
Tony’s career began with internships at Clark County Fire District #12 in January 1998 and Clark County Fire District #11 in March 1998. After the year-long internships, he was hired as a part-time firefighter for Clark County Fire District #11, #12 and #13 while serving as a resident firefighter at the Dollars Corner fire station. He was hired at Fire District #3 in 2001. Tony worked his way through the ranks of firefighter and was promoted to Captain in 2016. Tony was promoted to his current position of Battalion Chief in 2025.
Savanna Wood
Administrative Assistant
Savanna serves as the District’s Administrative Assistant. Her current duties include public relations, accounts payable, department scheduling, and social media. Savanna has served the citizens of Fire District 3 since February of 2018.
Savanna is a native of Clark County, graduating from Skyview High School and Aveda Institute of Portland. Savanna came to Fire District 3 with previous experience in human resources, business administration, and personnel coordinating.
Email: savanna.wood@fire3.org