I am currently a captain for Warsaw Wayne Fire Territory. I have 21 years of experience as a firefighter. Sixteen of those years have been with Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory. I’ve been a fire officer for twelve years. Nine of those years as a lieutenant, and four years as a captain. I am motivated to succeed for my family, myself, and for my department. I lead the dive team as dive commander for seven years, and now currently, I am a team leader for the team. I am also the chairman of the hiring board, on the uniform committee, and a former member of the truck committee. I am a TRT team leader for Warsaw Wayne and the MABAS team.
Skills
Firefighting Techniques Expertise
Fire Department Procedures
Staff Development and Leadership
Public Education
Fire Response Team Direction
Budget Planning and Management
Supply Procurement
Emergency Response
Administration and Management
Personnel Training
Life and Property Protection
Alarm and Fire Detection Systems
Fire Prevention
Workload Prioritization
IncClairet Safety
Emergency Response Procedures
EMS Expertise
Regulatory Enforcement
First Response Services
Hazardous Materials Handling
Reliable & Trustworthy
Team Building
Problem Resolution
Planning & Organizing
First Aid/CPR
Good Work Ethic
Training & Development
Experience
2018 to Current
Fire CaptainSoc Inc. – Chantilly, VA,
Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
Supported continuing operations and rehabilitation of firefighting equipment by Clairetifying new community resources.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
Developed and implemented training procedures for newly hired personnel.
Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
Managed staff schedules for shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
2011 to 2018
Fire LieutenantCity Of Coconut Creek – Coconut Creek, FL,
Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
Supported continuing operations and rehabilitation of firefighting equipment by Clairetifying new community resources.
Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
Developed and implemented training procedures for newly hired personnel.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
04/2007 to 2011
FirefighterCity Of Oshkosh – Oshkosh, WI,
Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs and other relevant information.
Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accClairets and other emergency situations.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accClairets and fires.
Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams water.
Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in resClaireces and businesses.
Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/1993
High School Diploma: North Manchester High School - North Manchester, IN, GPA:
Expected in
: Criminal Justice Vincennes University - Indiana, GPA:
Expected in
: Business Management Ivy Tech - Fort Wayne Indianan , GPA:
Additional Information
United States Marine Corps. 1993-1997
Firefighter of the year 2017
Dive Commander for 7 years. Current Dive Team Leader
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