John Grimaldi
ALAMEDA,CA
Summary
Retired as a Fire Captain in December, 2024 from the City of South San Francisco after 24 years. Certified as a Paramedic since 1990 with experience in Sacramento, San Francisco, and Oakland, CA.
18 years working with the public and department employees. Worked with dispatchers, CERT communications group, Emergency Operations Center and day to day emergency and non-emergency communications.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Captain
City of South San Francisco
09.2001 - 12.2024
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Directed work of 3 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Promoted fire safety awareness within the community by organizing and participating in public outreach events, such as open houses and safety presentations.
- Streamlined equipment maintenance processes, ensuring rapid deployment during emergency situations without compromising safety standards.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Worked with Tablet Command
- Assisted with development of InMapz
Paramedic
Multiple Public and Private Agencies
09.1990 - 09.2027
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL10-2023
Skills
- Documentation expertise
- Customer Service
- Critical decision-making skills
- Multiple years of pre-hospital experience
Timeline
Fire Captain
City of South San Francisco
09.2001 - 12.2024
Paramedic
Multiple Public and Private Agencies
09.1990 - 09.2027
Bachelor of Science - Fire Administration
Columbia Southern University
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