CHRISTOPHER BUCHANAN
Bartlesville,OK
Summary
Advance the mission of the Bartlesville Fire department through strategic leadership, sound fiscal practices, creative vision, and mentoring future leaders who preserve the values and effective services to the citizens and businesses of Bartlesville.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain - Engine 1/Out of Class Battalion Chief
City of Bartlesville
Bartlesville, OK
10.2002 - Current
- Coordinated personnel, equipment, and resources during emergency responses.
- Coordinated and facilitate Company level training
- Established and maintained effective relationships with subordinates, peers, and superiors to ensure successful completion of assigned tasks.
- Followed department rules and regulations and oversaw discipline to maintain compliance among personnel.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to educate the public about fire safety measures.
Maintenance Supervisor
Frank Phillips Foundation
Bartlesville, OK
05.2016 - Current
- Managed personnel in maintaining a 40,000 ft2 facility
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Reviewed work orders, established priorities, allocated resources, and assigned tasks for completion of jobs.
- Directly coordinating with the CEO to develop and implement a multi-million dollar Capital Campaign.
Owner/Operator
Buchanan Construction, LLC
Bartlesville, OK
07.2008 - 04.2016
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for services rendered by the company.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting trustworthy engagement skills, exceptional service, and quickly resolving issues.
Education
B.A. - Religious Studies/Biblical Languages -
Oral Robert’s University
Tulsa, OK05.1999
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
09-2007
Skills
- Emergency Management
- Personnel Management
- Workload prioritization
- Facility and equipment maintenance
- Operational Efficiency
- Staff Development
Awards
- Firefighter of the year (2006)
- 20 Year Service (2022)
- Silver Life Saving Award (2023)
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Frank Phillips Foundation
05.2016 - Current
Owner/Operator
Buchanan Construction, LLC
07.2008 - 04.2016
Captain - Engine 1/Out of Class Battalion Chief
City of Bartlesville
10.2002 - Current
B.A. - Religious Studies/Biblical Languages -
Oral Robert’s University
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
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