Caleb LeGrand
Winnsboro,SC
Summary
Dynamic Fire Chief with extensive experience at the Town of Great Falls, adept at enhancing operational efficiency and safety protocols. Proven skills in interdepartmental collaboration and pre-incident planning, successfully reducing workplace injuries and optimizing resource management. Committed to fostering professional growth among team members.
Experienced fire service professional prepared for leadership role. Proven ability to manage emergency situations, ensure safety protocols, and lead teams effectively. Strong focus on team collaboration, flexible in dynamic environments, and consistently achieve operational goals. Skilled in incident command, firefighting techniques, and emergency medical response. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Kershaw County Fire Service
Camden, SC
03.2022 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Collaborated with other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
- Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Created comprehensive pre-incident planning documents to facilitate efficient responses in high-risk environments.
- Established effective communication channels between command staff and frontline responders during high-pressure incidents, ensuring clear directives and information sharing.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing professional development opportunities for firefighters under my supervision.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
Maintenance Mechanic
Fairfield County Fire Service
Winnsboro, SC
09.2019 - Current
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Expedited emergency repair situations, minimizing production delays due to unforeseen breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Fire Chief
Town of Great Falls
Great Falls, SC
11.2017 - 03.2022
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Managed department budget effectively, prioritizing essential equipment purchases and maintenance without compromising safety standards.
- Established strong relationships with local government officials to secure necessary funding and resources for the department''s needs.
- Reduced workplace injuries by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Supervised incident command operations, ensuring proper coordination among on-scene personnel and effective communication with external agencies.
- Updated standard operating procedures to reflect advancements in firefighting technology and best practices.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Strengthened interdepartmental communication through regular meetings, improving collaboration on projects involving multiple divisions.
- Promoted public trust in the department by maintaining transparency in operations, addressing concerns from community members, and ensuring accountability among staff members at all levels.
- Collaborated with neighboring departments for seamless interoperability during large-scale emergencies or natural disasters.
Education
GED -
Lugoff Elgin High School
Lugoff, SC05-2011
Skills
IFSAC FF 2
SCFA Hazmat Technician
SCFA Pump Operator 2
SCFA Aerial Ops
National Red Cross EMR Certified
SCFA Basic Fire Investigator
IFSAC Fire Instructor 2
ICS 300 & 400
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Document preparation
- Pre-incident planning
- Communication skills
SCFA Officer 1
PADI Open Water Diver
RTS Basic Swiftwater Certified
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Kershaw County Fire Service
03.2022 - Current
Maintenance Mechanic
Fairfield County Fire Service
09.2019 - Current
Fire Chief
Town of Great Falls
11.2017 - 03.2022
GED -
Lugoff Elgin High School