Aaron Mayhugh
Tahlequah,Oklahoma
Summary
Seasoned Fire Marshal with a robust history at the City of Muskogee, showcasing expertise in fire prevention, emergency management, and fostering public safety through community education. Demonstrated leadership in developing evacuation plans and enhancing fire safety inspections, coupled with a talent for building strong community relations and a commitment to firefighter safety.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Marshal
City of Muskogee
Muskogee, OK
06.2020 - Current
- Developed customized evacuation plans for high-risk facilities, minimizing potential harm during emergencies.
- Reviewed construction projects from a fire code perspective to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations before approval was granted.
- Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
- Improved fire safety by conducting thorough inspections and enforcing compliance with codes and regulations.
- Assisted in the development of municipal ordinances related to fire prevention and life safety measures.
- Streamlined permit processes for efficient handling of building plans, ensuring prompt approval or necessary corrections.
- Implemented new record-keeping systems for improved tracking of inspections, permits, and violations.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Promoted fire safety awareness within the community by organizing and participating in public outreach events, such as open houses and safety presentations.
- Managed budgets effectively while prioritizing resources to maximize department efficiency and service quality.
- Directed work of three firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Collaborated with local schools to implement fire safety education programs, empowering students with life-saving knowledge.
- Trained firefighters on proper investigation techniques to improve incident scene preservation and evidence collection capabilities.
- Conducted rigorous fire investigations to determine causes and prevent future occurrences, significantly improving community safety standards.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Investigated fires to determine origin and cause, providing valuable information for future prevention efforts.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
Fire Captain
City Of Muskogee
Muskogee, OK
07.2014 - 06.2020
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Led a team of firefighters in extinguishing hazardous material fires, minimizing environmental impact and potential harm to nearby residents.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Directed work of three firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
Fire Fighter Driver
City Of Muskogee
Muskogee, OK
01.2005 - 07.2014
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Provided critical medical assistance to injured individuals at incident scenes utilizing CPR certification and basic EMT skills when necessary.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Contributed to a positive work environment for all crew members by consistently demonstrating leadership qualities, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the fire department by adhering to established protocols in both routine activities and emergency situations.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow first responders by participating in joint training exercises and supporting mutual aid agreements.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries, and panic.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Fire Fighter
City of Muskogee
Muskogee, OK
08.1999 - 01.2005
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Provided critical medical assistance to injured individuals at incident scenes utilizing CPR certification and basic EMT skills when necessary.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow first responders by participating in joint training exercises and supporting mutual aid agreements.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Strengthened public safety awareness through educational presentations, workshops, and community outreach events.
- Contributed to a positive work environment for all crew members by consistently demonstrating leadership qualities, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the fire department by adhering to established protocols in both routine activities and emergency situations.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gore High School
Gore, OK05-1992
Skills
- Firefighter safety
- Fireground tactics
- Emergency management
- Fire prevention
- Fire alarm systems
- Fire behavior analysis
- Public education programs
- Code compliance
- Fire protection engineering
- Arson investigation
- Fire cause determination
- Life safety code
- Fire safety inspections
- Fire dynamics
- Fire investigation
- Building codes enforcement
- Fire suppression
- Personnel management
- CPR certified
Certification
- Fire Inspector I, II Certifications – IFSAC, Pro Board
- Fire Investigator Technician Certification – International Association of Arson Investigators.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Peace Officer-State of Oklahoma Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training
- Incident Command System Certifications 100-400 Levels – Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- Emergency Medical Responder- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicans
Timeline
Fire Marshal
City of Muskogee
06.2020 - Current
Fire Captain
City Of Muskogee
07.2014 - 06.2020
Fire Fighter Driver
City Of Muskogee
01.2005 - 07.2014
Fire Fighter
City of Muskogee
08.1999 - 01.2005
High School Diploma -
Gore High School
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