Rhett began his full time career with CKFD in May of 2014 as a Lieutenant/Paramedic. Shortly after he tested for Captain, he was promoted.
Rhett started his fire career in August of 1996 with Tonto Basin Fire Department as an EMT/Firefighter. In August of 1998, Rhett was hired by Payson Fire Department full time. While working his way through the ranks, Rhett obtained his Paramedic certification. He was a Captain/Paramedic for PFD for several years prior to coming to CKFD.