Grant Kelsoe
Conroe,TX
Summary
Dynamic fire service professional with extensive experience as a Firefighter, Engineer/Operator, Captain, and Fire Academy Instructor. Proven expertise in developing innovative training programs and mentoring junior firefighters. Skilled in incident command operations and enhancing team performance through effective communication and strategic planning. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and preparedness, through efficient and engaging training.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Academy Instructor
Lone Star College Cy-Fair
Cypress, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Developed training programs for firefighter candidates, enhancing team performance.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Assessed student performance through evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to improve educational outcomes.
Captain
Northeast Fort Bend County Fire Department
Richmond, TX
03.2021 - Current
- Managed incident command operations during major fires, ensuring effective resource deployment and public safety measures.
- Collaborated with local agencies on emergency response strategies, improving inter-agency communication and coordination.
- Compiled and maintained log books, staffing line-ups.
- Led fire response teams during emergencies, coordinating efforts to ensure safety and efficiency.
Engineer/Operator
HCESD 48 Fire Department
Katy, TX
08.2017 - Current
- Conducted research to support incident planning.
- Coordinated training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational efficiency during fire and rescue calls.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering skill development and efficiency within the team.
- Conducted post-incident analyses, identifying areas for improvement to enhance future operational effectiveness.
Education
TCFP Certification - Fire Science
Lone Star College-Fire Academy
The Woodlands, TX05.2017
Skills
Positive role model and mentor
Subject matter expertise
Positive role model and mentor
Accomplishments
- American Legion Fire Responder of the Year (2022)
- Firefighter of the Year (2021/2022)
- Fire Leadership Award (2022/2024)
- Life Saving Medal (2023/2024)
Certification
- Structure Firefighter-Intermediate
- Driver/Operator-Pumper
- Fire Instructor 1
- Field Examiner
- Fire Officer 1
- Hazardous Materials Technician- Awareness/Operations
- NIMS 100/200/700/800
- Swift Water Rescue Technician- Advanced
- Public Safety Diver- Tender
- Technical Rescue-Operations
- Wildand Firefighter
Timeline
Fire Academy Instructor
Lone Star College Cy-Fair
08.2024 - Current
Captain
Northeast Fort Bend County Fire Department
03.2021 - Current
Engineer/Operator
HCESD 48 Fire Department
08.2017 - Current
TCFP Certification - Fire Science
Lone Star College-Fire Academy