Brandon Ehlers
Hanover,IN
Summary
Dedicated firefighter with proven leadership, strategic planning, and effective scene management skills. Expertise in crew performance through continuous training and motivational techniques, promoting a resilient team environment. Equipped to tackle challenges with confidence, backed by multiple certifications in fire suppression and leadership disciplines. Committed to ensuring safety and excellence in every operation while adapting to the dynamic demands of emergency response.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Fire Chief
City of Madison
03.2025 - Current
- Led emergency response training programs for personnel, enhancing team readiness and operational efficiency.
- Served as a liaison between the fire department and other municipal agencies or government officials regarding public safety concerns.
- Assisted with training and development of new firefighters through development of extensive job-related modules.
Co-Owner
Madison Excavation & Hauling LLC
04.2022 - Current
- Responsible for: Managing and overseeing all aspects of an excavation business including: project planning, equipment operation, crew management, client interaction, budget control, safety compliance, and ensuring profitability. Actively participating in hands-on excavation work as needed, often with a focus on business development and strategic decision-making alongside another co-owner.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City of Madison
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Responsible for: Day-to-day operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility. Monitored equipment, collected samples, performed water quality tests, adjusted chemical levels, and ensured compliance with environmental regulations. Maintained accurate records and troubleshooted operational issues.
Highway Incident Response Tech
Indiana Department of Transportation Falls City Sub-District
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Responsible for: Patrol and respond to freeway incidents that disrupted the normal flow of traffic. Set up traffic control for incidents, plus detected and verified incidents and traffic problems caused by special events.
Driver
Koehler's Welding Supply
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Responsible for: Ensured efficient and excellent customer service when delivering or picking up orders. Maintained DOT driver logs and DOT reports required for vehicles. Assisted with shop housekeeping and helped technical personnel as needed around the shop when not driving or assisting customers. Performed DOT safety inspections of fleet vehicles before operation. Completed required paperwork prior to delivery and at time of pick up.
CDL Driver
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Responsible for: Operated various trucks in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies. Provided trash or recycling removal services to customers by emptying trash/recycling containers into trucks and hauling to disposal sites or recycling plants. Maintained and updated route and driver logs. Conducted pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs. Worked flexible hours based on business needs.
Education
GED -
Madison Consolidated High School
Madison, IN11.2011
Skills
- Strong Motivator
- Data Analysis
- Professional Speaking Ability
- Active listener
- Goal Oriented
- Strong Problem Solving
- Confident Presentation Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Detail Oriented
Certification
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Fire and Emergency Services Instructor One
- Firefighter I/II
- Hazmat First Responder Awareness/Operations
- Technical Rescue Awareness
- Rope Rescue Operations/Technician
- Water Rescue Operations/Technician
- Confined Space Operations/Technician
- Trench Rescue Operations
- Madison Fire Officer Bootcamp
Timeline
Assistant Fire Chief
City of Madison
03.2025 - Current
Co-Owner
Madison Excavation & Hauling LLC
04.2022 - Current
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City of Madison
08.2020 - 04.2022
Highway Incident Response Tech
Indiana Department of Transportation Falls City Sub-District
06.2017 - 08.2020
Driver
Koehler's Welding Supply
06.2016 - 06.2017
CDL Driver
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
10.2015 - 06.2016
GED -
Madison Consolidated High School