Kenneth Hardison
Summary
Dynamic Fire Engineer with considerable experience in the Santa Fe Fire Department, excelling in fire apparatus operation and fire service leadership. Proven ability to engage the public effectively. Proactive and goal-oriented professional. Reliable and adaptable, with a strong capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Engineer
Santa Fe Fire Department
11.2020 - Current
Firefighter I & II
Santa Fe Fire Department
05.2015 - 11.2020
13 F Fire Support Specialist
NM Army National Guard
12.2013 - 12.2019
Education
BBA - Management
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM12-2013
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Fire service leadership
- Fire apparatus operation
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Emotional intelligence
- Public interaction
Affiliations
- LLS Firefighter Stairclimb 2018 & 2019
- SFFD Honor Guard 2021 - Present
- Engineer testing proctor 2021 & 2022
- Wildland team member 2025 - Present
- Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire (2022)
- South Fork Fire (2024)
- Middle Mesa Fire (2025)
Timeline
Fire Engineer
Santa Fe Fire Department
11.2020 - Current
Firefighter I & II
Santa Fe Fire Department
05.2015 - 11.2020
13 F Fire Support Specialist
NM Army National Guard
12.2013 - 12.2019
BBA - Management
New Mexico State University