John Garnish
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Strong qualifications in budgeting, personnel affairs, training, resource management, public safety, and emergency response. Reputation for strong work ethic and uncompromising devotion to service. Hardworking Site Supervisor knowledgeable about Government operations. Versed in project, team and inventory management. Streamlines workflow and optimizes processes for maximum productivity.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Supervisor/Aircraft Servicer
D2 Government Solutions-Patrick Afb, FL
09.2021 - Current
- The Aircraft Washer washes C-130 and HH-60 aircraft and aircraft components as required for. Perform pre/post wash lubrication of aircraft.
- Accountabilities
- Prepare aircraft for washing by ensuring vent areas are taped and all protective covers are in place.
- Install and remove protective covers.
- Wash and rinse external and internal surface of aircraft and aircraft components to remove grease, dirt, oil fungus and stains.
- Use and maintain high-pressure wash system.
- Polish and clean windscreens / canopies with water, polishing / cleansing compounds and cloth.
- Perform pre / post wash aircraft lubrication utilizing established procedures.
- Comply with Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Hazardous Waste, and Tool Control programs.
- Comply with all established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facility and job assignment.
- Operate Maintenance stands, Boom or Scissor lifts
- Operate ground support equipment.
- Operate portable firefighting equipment.
- Assist in the movement of aircraft.
- Perform other qualified duties as required.
- Knowledge & Skills
- Familiar with normal operational safety requirements, working on and around aircraft and ground support equipment.
- Able to read, write, understand, and communicate the English language and follow verbal and written instruction.
- Capable of comprehending written and oral instructions for the use of aircraft cleaning equipment.
Space Coast Harley Davidson Technician
Harley Davidson
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Repair, customize, maintain, or overhaul both customer and dealer owned motor vehicles as close to the allotted time schedule as possible with excellent quality. Service technician. Assist with inventory management and find/correct deficiencies.
- Manufacturing experience involving troubleshooting, diagnostic and repair.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Firefighter
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.1997 - 01.2017
- Promoted rapidly through strict promotion requirements to handle increasingly responsible positions, culminating in supervisory duty for staff of 32 employees, hold key accountability for policy and procedure enforcement, emergency responses, station expenditures, facility and equipment inspection, personnel training, performance evaluations, and regulatory documentation and filing.
- TEAM BUILDING & LEADERSHIP
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy in responding to citizen's complaints against firefighters and allegation of misconduct, applying corrective strategies on minor infractions and stricter measures on more serious allegations.
- Used Employee Evaluation program that enhanced targeting of strengths/weaknesses and resulted in measurable, sustainable performance improvements.
- Earned high level of loyalty from staff and maintained excellent retention rate through fair, consistent evaluations and modeling effective on-the-job performance.
- CRISIS MANAGEMENT & RESPONSE
- Repeatedly recognized by citizens, community groups, and supervisors for quick- thinking, calm, and correct response to a multitude of crisis and emergency situations, both in the field and as a Captain.
- Assist with in-service training programs for department personnel. Personally delivered well-received comprehensive program on Flashover Survival Training.
- COMMUNITY RELATIONS & INVOLVEMENT
- Built goodwill between citizens and fire department over 20 year period, with emphasis on public education programs and community service initiatives.
- Invited to participate in assessment program for fire departments in the other cities and states.
Fire Captain
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
1997 - 01.2017
- Coordinate shift manning as Captain of Operations. Scope of responsibility is broad and includes supervision, the direction of fire ground activities, tactical operation of emergency scenes, the safety of firefighters, and the protection of life and property. Additionally responsible for ensuring continued compliance for all OSHA, NIOSH, NFPA standards and regulations.
- Developed extensive knowledge of all emergency response program plans including Confined Space Rescue, Hazardous Materials, Airport Rescue Firefighting, Incident Commander, Logistics Officer, Fire Instructor and Fire Inspector.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain productive relationships and partnerships with a wide variety of organizations, officials, and individuals including businesses and local citizens.
- Cooperatively worked with local government agencies.
- Directed work of 52 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
Fire Inspector
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Inspected the buildings for any faulty electrical wirings, absence and nonfunctional of fire exits.
- Administered the buildings and recommended necessary actions required for following the codes and the required regulations.
- Ensured that the new fire installation system is working in accordance to the specifications.
- Issued permits to the hazardous sites in case of their compliance with the codes and laws.
- Prepared records of all the inspection work carried, checked for any violations and recommended corrective measures.
- Reviewed the blueprints of the new and renovated buildings to ensure that they meet the fire safety structures and there have appropriate functional exits.
Logistic Officer
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Prepares, evaluates, and supervises all aspects of deployment planning, dispersal, sustainment, recovery, reconstitution, exercises, and logistics support procedures. Conducts installation surveys to determine support capability, manages limiting factors, and provides planning support for associated units.
- Performs base support planning processes. Prepares and directs the compiling, coordinating, publishing, distributing, maintaining, and implementing of base support plans. Analyzes and identifies plan supportability. Identifies limiting factors, shortfalls, and alternate support methods to enhance supportability of transiting and bed-down forces.
- Conducted audits to improve office logistics practices and procedures.
- Generated payments for program-related activities to keep accurate records of financial expenditure.
- Analyzed procurement requests to identify service providers' information with performance, quality, and prices to determine transaction requirements.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
Fire Lieutenant
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Respond to fire and emergency alarms, advise driver/operator concerning the route to follow, evaluate the emergency and direct company operations for initial attack.
- Direct and assist the work of subordinates at the scene of a fire or other emergencies and at the station unless relieved by a superior officer.
- Inspect apparatus, equipment, grounds, and station to ensure proper order and condition.
- Prepare records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies, personnel actions, and such other information as may be required.
- Maintain discipline and adherence to the rules and regulations of the standard operating guidelines of the Department.
- Assume specialized responsibilities, roles and tasks as assigned. These roles or tasks may include, but are not limited to; Safety Officer, Fleet Maintenance Manager, SCBA Team Leader, Fire Hose Coordinator, Protective Clothing Coordinator or Communications Manager. These roles or tasks may include bid proposals, specification development, annual tests, research, inventory control, issuing of equipment, repair, management and product investigation.
- Conduct periodic Firefighter written performance evaluations and complete written recommendations on probationary periods.
- Assist in training of subordinates during company or Department drills using lecture, practical performance, and demonstration methods.
- Operate as the Incident Commander or other Incident Management System functions as deemed necessary for incident scene management.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other members of the Department, community officials, and the general public.
- Extensive knowledge of the geography, the location of streets, the nature and location of hazardous premises, principal buildings, fire alarm reporting equipment and hydrant or other water source locations.
- Thorough knowledge of the use of firefighting apparatus and tools and the ability to demonstrate their use to others.
- Considerable knowledge of the principals and practices of fire prevention, suppression, and investigation with the ability to apply them.
- Considerable knowledge of the Incident Management System and the functions necessary for incident scene management.
- Ability to evaluate fires, recognizes danger, and takes the necessary action for the protection of lives and property.
- Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, orally, and in writing to groups and individuals.
- Oral and written communication skills necessary for accurate documentation of various required reports; communicating with the Department, the community officials, and the general public.
Driver Engineer
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.1997 - 01.2004
- Responds to emergencies including, but not limited to, structure fire, wildland fire, vehicle fire vehicle accidents, injuries, trapped people or animals, fallen trees, down power lines, gas leaks, flooded structures, hazardous substances, and trail rescues
- Drives fire apparatus during emergency and non-emergency situations and operates fire pump. Drives other department vehicles as assigned
- Places fire hoses, operates fire streams, sets ladders, ventilates and enters burning structures to extinguish fires and perform rescue services. Has an understanding of fireground command, strategy, and tactics
- Performs salvage and overhaul operations during and after fires to remove hazards and prevent water damage
- Lays hose, directs fire streams, constructs fire line, takes weather readings, and has an understanding of wildland/urban-interface command, strategy and tactics
- Understands the use of personal protective equipment and SCBA
- Understands rescue operations and procedures
- Has an understanding of the Incident Command System as it applies to all emergencies
- Is able to safely and effectively operate all fire department equipment necessary to perform job duties including, but not limited to generators, pumps, ventilation fans, power saws, hand tools, and hydraulic tools
- Inspects and performs maintenance on fire department vehicles
- Has an understanding of hazardous materials operations, and performs decontamination procedures in compliance with OSHA regulations
Education
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL05-2025
Certificate - Business Management
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL05-2025
Certificate - Business Specialist
Eastern Florida State University
Melbourne, FL05-2025
MMI - Harley Davidson Technician Program
Universal Technical Institute
Orlando, FL10.2019
Associates - Fire Science in Professional Development Coursework
Community College of The Air Force
Tuscaloosa, AL01.2010
High school diploma - undefined
Woodbridge High School
Woodbridge, VA06.1996
Skills
- Versed in: Windows OS, Microsoft Office, Internet, and email (10 years)
- Budgeting (3 years)
- Logistics (10 years)
- Military Experience (10 years)
- Quality Inspection (3 years)
- Blueprint Reading (5 years)
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control (3 years)
- Supervising experience (10 years)
- Data collection (3 years)
- Maintenance (10 years)
- Management (10 years)
- DoD experience (10 years)
- Inventory purchasing
- Financial management
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Secret Clearance
- Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training June 1997 to January 2017
- Motorcycle License July 2005 to Present
Military Service
- Branch: United States Air Force
- Rank: E-6
Additional Information
- Forklift experience
- High rise experience
Timeline
Site Supervisor/Aircraft Servicer
D2 Government Solutions-Patrick Afb, FL
09.2021 - Current
Space Coast Harley Davidson Technician
Harley Davidson
01.2018 - 01.2021
Fire Inspector
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.2011 - 01.2014
Logistic Officer
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.2010 - 01.2011
Fire Lieutenant
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.2004 - 01.2010
Firefighter
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.1997 - 01.2017
Driver Engineer
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
01.1997 - 01.2004
High school diploma - undefined
Woodbridge High School
Fire Captain
US Air Force Fire Protection Craftsman
1997 - 01.2017
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Eastern Florida State College
Certificate - Business Management
Eastern Florida State College
Certificate - Business Specialist
Eastern Florida State University
MMI - Harley Davidson Technician Program
Universal Technical Institute
Associates - Fire Science in Professional Development Coursework
Community College of The Air Force
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