Dedicated professional with proven performance in management, leadership, communication and performance. Detail-oriented in problem-solving, planning and targeting audiences through communication.
Certified, entry-level Emergency Medical Technician with educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Highly-skilled emergency services professional calmly and quickly assesses medical situations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety Specialist
American Synthetic Rubber Company
04.2023 - Current
Company Overview: Michelin North America
Assists in formulating safety goals which are aligned to the company’s objectives, track progress, publish results and recommend proper directional adjustments to meet or exceed each established target
Analyze and process specific job functions and recommend necessary modifications to improve safety performance and maintain proper equipment operation
Apply policy as defined by corporate compliance as required by local, state, and federal regulation
Investigate and analyze incidents related to unsafe acts and recommend required corrective measures to prevent recurrence to the process safety manager (PSM)
Conduct internal audits onsite to ensure safe working conditions as well as proper employee PPE adherence and condition, report findings to Operations Manager
Michelin North America
Completed at least 15 hours of safety continuing education every month.
EMT
Baptist Hardin Health
10.2023 - Current
Operated ambulances safely under both normal and emergency conditions.
Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
Collaborated with other healthcare providers such as paramedics and nurses.
Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
Loaded and transported patients from hospitals to rehab centers or other medical facilities.
Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Captain/Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
PLEASURE RIDGE PARK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
08.2011 - Current
Responded immediately to over 100 fire alarms, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
Assistant Fire Chief of Prevention
United States Air Force/Kentucky Air National Guard
11.2001 - 09.2023
Assistant Fire Chief of Prevention at Al Udeid Air Base location overseeing 750 facilities from Jan
2022- August 2022 ensuring base fire prevention codes enforced, overseeing corrective action plans for open fire safety deficiencies
Fire Department Public Information Officer (PIO) responsible for disseminating information for accuracy, developing and releasing information about incidents to media, incident personnel, public events and other appropriate agencies and organizations
Acting First Sergeant (June 2021-July 2022) at home station and deployed location advise commanders on matters affecting unit's readiness, morale, welfare, discipline, and quality of life
Communicate, along with Advising on personnel programs, career progression, family needs, and financial matters
Ensure that Airmen understand and comply with unit policies, goals, and objectives
Provide resources and support to Airmen, civilians, and spouses
Lead unit's effort to develop and maintain professional culture based on Air Force Core Values
Perform quality force reviews of performance reports, awards, decorations, promotions, and more
Assistant Fire Chief of Operations at Volk field Wisconsin in Support of Operation Afghanistan Welcome (OAW) August 2021- November 2021
Assigning personnel to shifts, apparatus and scheduling training
Assistant Fire Chief of Prevention at undisclosed location overseeing 585 facilities from Jan
2018- August 2018 ensuring base fire prevention codes enforced, for mission safety
123rd Fire Protection Flight/ Civil Engineering Squadron Safety Representative (USR) communicate safety briefings, investigate safety related incidents and update OSHA 300a logs
Directed investigation of cases of suspected arson, hazards and false alarms and submit reports outlining findings
Studied and interpreted fire safety codes to establish procedures for issuing permits to handle hazardous or flammable substances
Provided emergency medical services as required and performed light to heavy rescue functions at emergencies
Aided law enforcement with spotting and reporting dangerous weather conditions and damage.
Delivered lifesaving CPR for victims of auto accidents and fire emergencies.
National Executive Committeemen
Sons Of the American Legion
06.2019 - Current
• Responsible for setting overall direction, making key decisions, and managing the organization's operations on a national scale.
• The National Executive Committee has the authority to approve major initiatives, budget allocations, and policy changes.
• Vice Chairman on Subcommittee on resolutions.
• Past Chairman of National Convention Committee.
Finance Officer
American Legion Hardin Post #113
06.2021 - 06.2022
Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - OSHA
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, Al
09.2021
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) - undefined
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, Alabama
10.2021
Associate degree - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, Al
10.2020
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (NCOA) - undefined
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, Alabama
11.2019
Skills
OSHA and NFPA Regulations
Organizational Turnaround
Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
Strategic Partnership
Integrity and Transparency
Fire Safety, Prevention, and Administration
Annual Planning
Leadership and Team Dynamics
Basic life support
Team collaboration
Record keeping
Decision-making
Certification
OSHA 511 OSHA General Industry
OSHA 30 Construction and General Industry
National Incident Management System Courses
National Registry Emergency Medical Technician
IFSAC, KY Fire Fighter
AED and CPR American Heart Association Instructor
Volunteer Experience
National Executive Committeemen, Sons Of the American Legion, Detachment of Kentucky, 06/01/19, Present
Finance Officer, American Legion Hardin Post #113, Elizabethtown, KY, 06/01/21, 06/30/22
Captain/Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician, PLEASURE RIDGE PARK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, Louisville, KY, 08/01/11, Present
Timeline
EMT
Baptist Hardin Health
10.2023 - Current
Site Safety Specialist
American Synthetic Rubber Company
04.2023 - Current
Finance Officer
American Legion Hardin Post #113
06.2021 - 06.2022
National Executive Committeemen
Sons Of the American Legion
06.2019 - Current
Captain/Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
PLEASURE RIDGE PARK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
08.2011 - Current
Assistant Fire Chief of Prevention
United States Air Force/Kentucky Air National Guard
11.2001 - 09.2023
Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA) - undefined
Columbia Southern University
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (NCOA) - undefined
Columbia Southern University
OSHA 511 OSHA General Industry
OSHA 30 Construction and General Industry
National Incident Management System Courses
National Registry Emergency Medical Technician
IFSAC, KY Fire Fighter
AED and CPR American Heart Association Instructor
Associate in Science (A.S.) - OSHA
Columbia Southern University
Associate degree - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force
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