Ernie Robb
Summary
Proven leader and dedicated Fire Lieutenant with a robust history at Green Bay Metro Fire Department. Excels in crew leadership and emergency response, adept in risk assessment and public interaction. Enhanced firefighter safety through targeted personnel training and effective communication. Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Green Bay Metro Fire Department
04.2001 - Current
- Improved fire personnel skills by implementing efficient training and drills.
- Enhanced emergency response strategies by conducting regular reviews of incidents.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Coordinated emergency exercises, simulating realistic scenarios to assess department readiness and identify areas requiring improvement.
- Established effective communication channels between command staff and frontline responders during high-pressure incidents, ensuring clear directives and information sharing.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying individual strengths and areas for improvement.
- Conducted thorough post-incident analysis sessions, utilizing lessons learned to refine operations and enhance future responses in similar situations.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
Firefighter
Appleton Fire Department
08.1999 - 04.2001
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Enhanced overall departmental performance by attending professional development courses and conferences, sharing acquired knowledge with colleagues upon return.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technician
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WISkills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professionalism
- Crew Leadership
- Active Listening
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Performance monitoring
Additional Information
Boat Pilot
GBMFD USAR member
Wisconsin Task Force 1 member
Member of Extrication Tool Committee
Led initiative in obtaining battery powered lights on all Engines, Trucks and Med Unit medical bags
Attended Command and Control of Incident Operations at National Fire Academy
Attending FDIC for Commercial Tower Rescue and Rope Operations in April 2024
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Green Bay Metro Fire Department
04.2001 - Current
Firefighter
Appleton Fire Department
08.1999 - 04.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technician
Fox Valley Technical College
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