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Brian Cribbs

Williston

Summary

Results-driven Fire Captain with over 22 years in emergency services. Expertise in fire prevention, with skills In operations, technical rescue, paramedic, training and personnel management. Committed to applying leadership skills and effective communication to drive safety and operational excellence.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Captain

Ocala Fire Rescue
Ocala, FL
04.2004 - Current

Currently a Captain/Paramedic assigned to the Fire Prevention Division. I have worked my way through the ranks at the fire department, starting at firefighter, FEO and ultimately to Captain. As a Captain, I spent time in the Operations and Fire Prevention divisions. Some career highlights include:

  • Held position of Fire Marshal (Out of class)
  • Member of Ocala Fire Rescue Special Operations team
  • Member of USAR Task Force 8
  • Responsible for writing the current burn permit SOG and city ordinance, along with facilitating the agreement with the Florida Forest Service which allowed Ocala Fire Rescue to issue burn permits in the city of Ocala.
  • Responsible for writing the current Fire Prevention SOG for Ocala Fire Rescue.
  • Master Leadership Academy graduate
  • Florida Officer IV Certification

Teller - New Accounts

Perkins State Bank
Williston, FL
06.2000 - 12.2003
  • Processed daily transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
  • Assisted customers with account inquiries, providing exceptional service and fostering positive relationships.
  • Balanced cash drawer at end of shifts, maintaining accurate records of financial activities.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and enhance customer satisfaction levels.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly, upholding bank's reputation for excellent service quality.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Bachelor of Science - Business Management - Public Safety Administration

College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL
05.2017

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
12.2002

High School Diploma -

Williston High School
Williston, FL
06.2000

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Personnel management
  • Fire suppression
  • Technical rescue
  • Public education
  • Fire prevention code knowledge
  • Construction
  • Fire Investigation
  • Crew leadership
  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Organizational skills
  • Communication
  • Self motivation
  • Time management abilities
  • Financial/budgeting

Accomplishments

Wrote the current Burn Permit SOG for Ocala Fire Rescue. Also initiated and facilitated the Burn Permit agreement with the Florida Forest Service, which allows Ocala Fire Rescue to issue their own permit permits.

Affiliations

Florida Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association

Certification

Fire Officer I, II, III, IV

Fire Safety Inspector I, II

Fire Investigator

Instructor I, II, III

Pump Operator

FLUSAR Rescue Specialist

HAZMAT Technician

Paramedic

CPR

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

EVOC

FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800

ARFF

Safety Officer

UCF Leadership Development Series

UCF Leadership Masterclass Series

Blue Card Incident Command

Interests

  • Real estate investment
  • Business management/investment
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Sports (fishing, hunting, football, golf, basketball)
  • Travel
  • Music
  • Cattle (My farm)

Timeline

Fire Captain

Ocala Fire Rescue
04.2004 - Current

Teller - New Accounts

Perkins State Bank
06.2000 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Science -

Bachelor of Science - Business Management - Public Safety Administration

College of Central Florida

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Santa Fe College

High School Diploma -

Williston High School