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Started as a firefighter and moved through the ranks of Lieutenant,Captain, and Assistant Chief.

Lead training

Helped with purchasing

Incident command on large incidents ( school bus accident, and a tour bus accident)

• Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision making in emergency situations.
• Cleaned and performed general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations.
• Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
• Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
• Notified fire dispatchers to detail any difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.

• Supported field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
• Trained new laborers in crew procedures and specific work such as reading and laying out buildings.
• Led crews across Midwest region, including planning work and distributing daily assignments.
• Interpreted blueprints and schematics correctly to make accurate decisions about jobsite work.
• Motivated team members to meet demanding project targets without sacrificing quality.
• Implemented well-defined instructions to help each crew member understand assignments.
• Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
• Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.

• Over see the Emergency Management for two cities
• Maintain excellent communication between multiple cities,government entities, as well as other fire departments in the county.
• Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
• Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations.
• Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
• Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
• Directed work of 38 firefighters/Ems engaged in extinguishing fires.
• Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
• Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
• Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Created, initiated and optimized policies and procedures for fire prevention and suppression in regional structures and by emergency personnel.
• Directed dispatching and emergency response procedures for personnel managing service calls and emergency situations.
• Rendered aid to individuals injured in fire incidents, including those suffering from smoke inhalation, broken bones or other concerns.