April 2004 - Present

Brandon Hutchins is a life-long resident of the West Lexington Community. He became a member of West Lexington Fire Department in October 1990 as a junior firefighter, following in the footsteps of many of his relatives, who also were members of the department.  Prior to being elected as Chief, he held the ranks of Captain and Deputy Chief.  Chief Hutchins maintains numerous certifications including NC Firefighter II, Hazardous Materials Technician, Emergency Vehicle Driver, NC Driver / Operator - Pumps & Aerials, NC Fire Instructor Level II, SCBA specialty Instructor, Live Burn Instructor, National Registered EMT-P, and several other EMS certifications.  Chief Hutchins has an Associates Degree in Emergency Medical Science and is currently working towards an Associates Degree in Fire Protection Technology. Chief Hutchins is employed full-time as a Firefighter II with Greensboro Fire Department, in Guilford County.  Chief Hutchins is married to Brooke, who also is a firefighter with the department and has a son Seth.

Chief Hutchins has been instrumental in the incorporation of medical first responder services being provided by the fire department as well as the purchase of AED's for the responders to use.  Under the leadership of Chief Hutchins the department has obtained Light Rescue and Medical Responder certifications through the NC Association of Rescue & EMS.