Chad Willis
Lehigh Acres
Summary
Experienced with conducting safety training sessions and ensuring regulatory compliance. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of safety standards to create effective training materials. Knowledge of risk management techniques and emergency response procedures, contributing to safer workplace.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager
Lazy Springs Recreation Park
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety policies to enhance workplace compliance and reduce incidents.
- Conducted regular safety audits, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions to improve safety protocols.
- Trained employees on safety practices and emergency procedures, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Managed incident investigations, analyzing root causes to prevent future occurrences and ensure regulatory compliance.
EMS / AHA Instructor
Southwest Florida Public Service Academy
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Advised students on academic and vocational curricula and career issues.
- Maintained regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
- Conducted research in field of knowledge to publish findings in professional journals or books
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions to foster practical skills in diverse subject areas.
- Developed and implemented engaging curriculum to enhance student learning outcomes.
Paramedic Supervisor
Hendry
07.2013 - 01.2023
- Assessed call situation to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol.
- Initiated advanced and basic life support by following protocols and physician orders.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and effectively respond to medical emergencies.
- Established a strong rapport with patients and their families while providing compassionate care.
- Monitored trauma, critical and cardiac patients while appropriately responding to symptoms Assessed call situation to determine best course of before hospital arrival.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing onboarding experience and operational readiness.
- Supervised daily operations of paramedic teams, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient service delivery.
Firefighter
Felda VFD
04.2010 - 02.2017
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of redness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid and effective fire suppression and rescue services.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
Education
No Degree - Paramedic
Medical Career Institute
Bonita Springs, FLSkills
- Emergent Care
- Operational Procedures
- Direct Patient Care
- Operational Standards
- Incident investigation
- Implementing policies
- Safety program development
- Hazard identification
- Staff training
- Wildlife habitat management
- Prescribed burning
- Land use planning
- Environmental compliance
- Grazing management
Certification
AHA Instructor
ASHI Instructor
Timeline
Safety Manager
Lazy Springs Recreation Park
08.2023 - Current
EMS / AHA Instructor
Southwest Florida Public Service Academy
01.2023 - 09.2024
Paramedic Supervisor
Hendry
07.2013 - 01.2023
Firefighter
Felda VFD
04.2010 - 02.2017
No Degree - Paramedic
Medical Career Institute