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Dan Reichenberger

Chicago,IL

Summary

Fire Lieutenant with the Chicago Fire Department, skilled in emergency response coordination and fire suppression. Enhanced firefighter safety through rigorous policy enforcement and effective training programs. Proven ability to mentor personnel and improve operational efficiency, ensuring readiness for high-pressure incidents while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Lieutenant

Chicago Fire Department
07.2000 - 05.2025
  • 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.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Established effective communication channels between command staff and frontline responders during high-pressure incidents, ensuring clear directives and information sharing.
  • Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
  • Created educational programs regarding life safety and fire prevention.
  • Coordinated large-scale emergency exercises, simulating realistic scenarios to assess department readiness and identify areas requiring improvement.
  • Improved fire personnel response times by implementing efficient training programs and drills.
  • Enhanced firefighting strategies by conducting regular reviews of incident reports and analyzing trends.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
  • Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
  • Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.

Garbage Truck Driver

Browning Ferris Industries
06.1993 - 06.2002
  • Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred en route and turned in vehicle condition report.
  • Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
  • Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns and other maintenance problems.
  • Drove trucks along established routes, through residential streets and alleys and business and industrial areas.
  • Verified assigned truck fully-fueled and safe to operate and required paperwork on board before leaving yard.
  • Increased productivity by completing assigned routes within specified timeframes despite weather or road conditions challenges.

Education

General Studies

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL

Skills

  • Fire prevention
  • Firefighter safety protocols
  • Technical rescue
  • Emergency response coordination
  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Fire suppression

Timeline

Fire Lieutenant

Chicago Fire Department
07.2000 - 05.2025

Garbage Truck Driver

Browning Ferris Industries
06.1993 - 06.2002

General Studies

Moraine Valley Community College

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