John Tumminia
City Of Charleston
Charleston
25
years of professional experience
Dynamic Fire Captain with extensive experience in personnel management and emergency response. Proven track record in crew leadership and public education, committed to enhancing community safety through effective training and incident command.
Work History
Fire Captain
25 Years 4 Months- Led emergency response operations to ensure public safety during fires and hazardous incidents.
- Trained and mentored junior firefighters, enhancing team performance and operational readiness.
- Developed and implemented fire prevention programs, reducing fire risks within the community.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses for large-scale emergencies, ensuring effective communication and resource allocation.
- Conducted regular inspections of firefighting equipment, maintaining readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Evaluated incident reports to identify areas for improvement in response strategies and training protocols.
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Led a team of firefighters in extinguishing hazardous material fires, minimizing environmental impact and potential harm to nearby residents.
- 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.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Delivered timely incident reports to senior leadership, providing accurate data for budgetary decisions and policy development purposes.
- Conducted thorough post-incident analysis, identifying areas for improvement in both tactics and equipment usage.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of advancements in fire science and emergency management.
- Mentored new recruits and junior officers, guiding them through rigorous training programs and preparing them for advancement within department.
- Fostered team-oriented environment that encouraged professional growth and skill development among junior firefighters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Skills
Personnel management
Emergency response
Fire suppression
Public education
Incident command
Fire department procedures
Crew training
Crew leadership
ICS 200
300
400
IS 100
700
800
2150-Incident Safety Officer
IS-800 Emergency Management Institute National Response Plan
NIMS-ICS 2147
Haz-Mat Technician
Homeland Security PER-241
Timeline
Fire Captain
City Of Charleston
02.2001 - CurrentRead More
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management
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