Chief Jerry Taylor

Jerry Taylor has proudly served with the Newark Fire Department for 27 years. What started as a volunteer role quickly became a lifelong passion. Over the years, he has held positions as Firefighter, Treasurer, Assistant Chief, and now Chief—helping shape the department into the professional volunteer organization it is today.

In addition to leading the fire department, Jerry works full-time for Wise County EMS, where he has served for over 20 years. He also works as a Project Manager for S5 Construction, overseeing roofing projects across the area.

Jerry’s leadership style is rooted in respect and teamwork, guided by the words of Retired Chief Edgemon: “You can always tell them to do something, but it’s nicer to ask first.”

He is a proud husband, father of two daughters, and grandfather of two. His favorite quote reflects his life of service: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

Assistant Chief Justin Davis

Assistant Chief J Davis has 22 years with the Newark FD in increasing levels of leadership. NFD benefits from his 18 yrs experience in public transportation and traffic safety. He works full time with Crossroads LP. Crossroads LP specializes in barricades, signs, and traffic safety services. Outside of work  he enjoys baseball, football, and fire training. His hobbies are motorcycles, fishing, camping and anything outdoors. Chief Davis is a father of 7 with his first grandchild on the way.

Chief James Edgemon (Retired) 

Chief James Edgemon has dedicated his life to the service of his community. He has 58 years serving on Newark FD. No one has served longer than Chief Edgemon. He retired from General Motors where he held nearly every assembly position at some point in his career. Chief Edgemon has 3 daughters and 2 grandchildren.  

Captain Brett Davis

Captain B Davis has 22 years with the Newark FD in multiple roles. Davis served 3 years as a lieutenant and 7 year as captain. Captain Davis held the position of treasurer for 10 years. He works for Kenworth as a salesman. He enjoys traveling, camping, time on the coast, boating, and spending time with his friends, family and newborn daughter.

Captain John Torres

Captain Torres has been with Newark FD for X years. He has also served as a volunteer firefighter in the Jollyville, Volente, and Baird fire departments for a total of 25 years. He served four years on the board of directors for ESD district #1 in Williamson county. Additionally, he was appointed Travis County ESD 14 Commissioner. Torres is a small business owner with a business degree from the University of Texas. He has 4 children. In his free time he enjoys traveling, fishing, and camping. 

EMS Captain Rusty Peace

Captain / EMT-P Peace is a 6 year officer for Newark FD. He brings 28 years of Fire and EMS experience to the EMS Captain and Infection Control Officer positions. Capt. Peace also leads our EMS training program. Peace is a full time Paramedic in Organ Transplant Healthcare. 

Lieutenant Jay Killough

Lieutenant Killough has protected the Newark fire district for 35 years. Killough first joined Newark FD in 1986. He was the first firefighter to receive the NFD Member of the Year award. Lt. Killough has served Newark FD in many roles including Assistant Chief, Captain and Lieutenant. His full time occupation is foreman and certified welder and foreman with Elite Metal. When off duty he can be found riding his Harley. 

Lieutenant Jonathan Quinteros

Lieutenant/EMT Jonathan D. Quinteros has been with Newark FD for 5 Years. Born and raised in Houston, TX. Graduated from Sharpstown High School in 2011 and shortly after moved to Denton, TX. Attended the University of North Texas and graduated in 2016 with a bachelor’s of science degree in Kinesiology and a Minor in Music. Started volunteering as a firefighter in 2020 and currently works full time for the Fort Worth Fire Department at Station 9. He has had an important role in building and coordinating our Probationary Training Process and being a lead Instructor for the Fire portion of the program. In his free time he can be caught outside running races, playing soccer, traveling, or hanging out with friends at sporting events.