Kevin Lessman
Reynoldsburg,OH
Summary
Experienced Military Veteran with 6 years in leadership roles, effectively managing mission requirements alongside Soldier well-being. Background in public safety, specializing in large-scale events and long distance patient transportation. Committed to education and mentorship, particularly with youth. Cultivated a motivational atmosphere for Soldiers through clear purpose and direction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT
Midwest Medical Transport
Columbus, Ohio
06.2022 - Current
- Transported patients over distances exceeding 300 miles daily across Ohio and neighboring states.
- Operated mobile ICU as part of Cleveland Clinic Critical Care Transport team, collaborating with flight nurse and flight medic.
- Conducted daily prechecks and maintenance of vehicles, including equipment stocking and functional checks.
- Participated in new employee orientation and training to enhance team capabilities.
EMT Firefighter
North Canton Fire Department
North Canton, Ohio
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Completed live burn training for aircraft at Akron-Canton Municipal Airport.
- Participated in extensive training for mass casualty events in educational settings.
- Gained practical experience with children during emergency preparedness drills at local schools.
Sergeant, Squad Leader
United States Army
Active Duty, USA
02.2012 - 04.2019
- Achieved 'first time go' during reconnaissance, selection, and occupation as Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge for 15 soldiers.
- Ensured safe operations as Command Post Crewmember for Flight Test 002 at Wake Island.
- Coordinated information relay to unit commander during multiple simulated air battles.
- Oversaw Air and Missile Defense operations in Sensor Management Cell for Central Command at Al Udeid Air Base Qatar.
- Supported missile defense brigade through 24-hour shifts on force protection duties.
- I attended a week-long course in Kuwait for suicide intervention and prevention.
Education
EMT/ Firefigter 1,2 -
UNIVERSITY OF AKRON FIRE ACADEMY
05.2020
Skills
- Leadership training
- Suicide intervention certification
- Combat lifesaver certification
- Firefighter certification #0185246
- EMT-B certification #0185426
Timeline
EMT Firefighter
North Canton Fire Department
01.2023 - 11.2023
EMT
Midwest Medical Transport
06.2022 - Current
Sergeant, Squad Leader
United States Army
02.2012 - 04.2019
EMT/ Firefigter 1,2 -
UNIVERSITY OF AKRON FIRE ACADEMY