Brian Gallant
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Dynamic team leader, excelling in decision making, adaptability, personnel management, and incident safety. Proven ability to enhance workplace performance through targeted staff training and leadership. Skilled in multitasking and effective communication, driving operational excellence and fostering collaboration in high-pressure environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
New Bedford Fire Department
07.2009 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Oversaw inventory management processes for station supplies and equipment.
- Created comprehensive pre-incident planning documents to facilitate efficient responses in high-risk environments.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying individual strengths to match skill sets with appropriate assignments.
- Established effective communication channels during high-pressure incidents.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Fire Instructor
Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
06.2010 - 10.2023
- Improved firefighting skills of trainees by incorporating hands-on activities and demonstrations in lesson plans.
- Maintained a safe training environment by enforcing safety protocols during all practical exercises.
- Mentored junior instructors, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced trainee performance by providing individualized feedback and coaching on their techniques and strategies.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Design/Photography
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA05.2006
Skills
- Personnel management
- Staff development and leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Incident safety
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Task prioritization
- Staff training
Timeline
Fire Instructor
Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
06.2010 - 10.2023
Fire Lieutenant
New Bedford Fire Department
07.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Design/Photography
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth