Craig Schmucker
Summary
Experienced firefighter skilled in emergency response and team collaboration. Proven ability to extinguish fires rapidly and perform rescues effectively. Demonstrates composure in high-pressure situations while committed to public safety.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Willard Fire Protection District
Willard
09.2024 - Current
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
- Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
Fire Captain / Rescue Specialist / Firefighter
City of Springfield MO
Springfield
06.1999 - 09.2023
- Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
- Assessed risks associated with potential hazards encountered in emergency situations.
- Provided leadership and guidance to assigned crew members during drills, exercises, and real-world operations.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Developed strategies for responding to emergencies based upon specific scenarios encountered at each scene.
- Monitored shift activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Established goals for personnel development by providing feedback regarding job performance evaluations.
- Inspected buildings for code violations relating to fire safety regulations.
- Maintained records of all fire-related activities including incident reports, maintenance logs, and training documents.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
Sheriff's Deputy / Jail Division
Greene County Sheriff's Office
Springfield
06.1993 - 06.1999
- Developed positive relationships with both staff members and inmates through effective communication skills.
- Interviewed inmates upon intake into the facility to assess their needs and risk factors.
- Documented disciplinary actions taken against inmates when appropriate.
- Assisted in the supervision of inmates within a correctional facility.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities at the facility.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations or disturbances that arose.
- Enforced safety protocols to ensure security of the institution.
- Assisted in maintaining order during recreation activities and meal times.
- Intervened in conflicts between inmates in a timely manner while following established protocol.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO12-1994
Skills
- Firefighter I
- Firefighter II
- EMT-B
- CPR & First Aid
- Haz Mat Awareness
- Haz Mat Operations
- Fire Officer I
- Fire Officer II
- Incident Safety Officer
- Fire Service Inspector I
- Fire Service Instructor I
- Currently enrolled in Fire Service Instructor II
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800
- Introduction to Technical Rescue
- Rope Rescue: Technician
- Confined Space Rescue: Technician
- Trench Rescue: Technician
- School Bus Rescue
- Company Inspection Practices
- Trench Rescue: Operations and Technical Train the Trainer
- Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations
- Managing Company Tactical Operations: Decision Making
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Timeline
Firefighter
Willard Fire Protection District
09.2024 - Current
Fire Captain / Rescue Specialist / Firefighter
City of Springfield MO
06.1999 - 09.2023
Sheriff's Deputy / Jail Division
Greene County Sheriff's Office
06.1993 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri State University
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