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Work History
Education
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Ivan May

Silver Lake,KS

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Bus Driver

USD 372
08.2023 - Current
  • Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Maintained Kansas driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
  • Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
  • Complied with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in safe and courteous manner.
  • Inspected bus for any mechanical issues before departure.
  • Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.

Battalion Chief

Ft. Riley Fire And Emergency Services
02.2000 - 10.2022
  • Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.
  • Reviewed fire reports and training reports submitted by personnel during the shift
  • Coordinated fire prevention inspections and pre-planned activities of department.
  • Developed scheduling and coordination of shift staffing levels, changes and activities.
  • Supervised the Inspection of apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition, and verified proper paperwork was submitted daily
  • Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
  • Directed work of 4- 25+ firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
  • Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
  • Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
  • Created fire prevention courses to educate general public.
  • Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
  • Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
  • Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
  • Determined how to deploy personnel during periods requiring special fire department response and assigned activities.
  • Implemented comprehensive training operations, inspections and performance evaluations.
  • Assigned as a evaluator for school lockdown drills for schools on the installation
  • Conducted training to fire fighting personnel on defensive driving operations, emergency vehicle operations, and annual seasonal weather driving safety briefs
  • Conducted and supervised training with firefighters to meet annual training requirements to include Emergency Medical technician level medical training and all aspects of firefighting
  • Conduct fire prevention classes to base population to include business, industrial, and office settings for military and civilian personnel
  • Conduct and supervise fire safety training for elementary and middle school students on base
  • Coordinated with fire truck maintenance to get scheduled vehicles in to shop for routine maintenance and unscheduled emergency maintenance to assure equipment was out of service for minimal time and reserve equipment was ready to fill in
  • Supervised and Conducted drivers training and conducted drivers performance evaluations for new drivers

Education

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Community Collage of The Air Force

High School Diploma -

Silver Lake High School
Silver Lake, KS
05.1989

Skills

  • Defensive Driving
  • Active Listening
  • Problem Solving
  • CPR Certification
  • Safe Driving Techniques
  • Record Keeping
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Customer Service
  • Stress Management
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Transporting Students
  • Safety-Focused
  • Inclement Weather Driving
  • Accident Avoidance
  • Dispatch Communication
  • Routine Vehicle Maintenance
  • Emergency Response
  • Schedule Management
  • Minor Mechanical Repair
  • CDL License
  • First Aid Certification
  • Fire Extinguisher Use
  • Weather Monitoring

Timeline

Substitute Bus Driver

USD 372
08.2023 - Current

Battalion Chief

Ft. Riley Fire And Emergency Services
02.2000 - 10.2022

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Community Collage of The Air Force

High School Diploma -

Silver Lake High School
Ivan May