Kevin Nissen
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Professional with substantial experience in fire safety and emergency response. Skilled in fire prevention, risk assessment, and hazard mitigation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable with excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Specialist and EMT
City Of Austin Fire Department
11.1985 - 05.2006
- Responsible for driving and operating a wide variety of emergency response vehicles and equipment in a speedy and timely manner while ensuring the safety of emergency personnel assigned to units, as well as the safety of the public.
- Performed rigorous equipment maintenance checks, ensuring all apparatus were ready for immediate deployment during emergencies.
- Strengthened relationships with neighboring fire departments by participating in joint training exercises and mutual aid agreements.
- Increased public awareness on fire safety measures through regular community engagement activities such as school visits and local events.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Managed incident scenes as an Officer-In-Charge, ensuring the safety of all personnel involved while executing strategic operations to resolve various types of emergencies, including structural fires, vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, and natural disasters.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents, and recommend corrective measures.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships among team members promoting open communication channels.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth execution of tasks and timely completion of projects.
- Responded to wide range of emergency calls, from traffic accidents to acute medical conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Stabilized patients for safe transport to healthcare facilities, improving outcomes.
- As the Fire On-Scene Officer In-Charge, collaborated with law enforcement and all fire department personnel to secure accident scenes, enhancing operational safety for all involved.
- Member of Texas Wildland Fire Task Force.
Assistant Apartment Manager
Gillingwater Properties
03.1985 - 11.1985
- Managed property financial records by collecting rent from tenants.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues.
- Facilitated smooth move-in experiences for new tenants by preparing lease paperwork and conducting comprehensive walk-throughs.
- Conducted move-out and move-in inspections to determine charges for damages and market readiness.
- Met with potential tenants to negotiate rent, explain occupancy terms and show available units.
- Prepared and processed lease and rental applications.
Bouncer
Edge of Town Night Club
11.1984 - 03.1985
- Conducted thorough ID checks for age verification, preventing underage entry to the establishment.
- Reduced conflicts and maintained a positive atmosphere through effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently by following established protocols, minimizing risk exposure for patrons and staff.
- Ejected unruly patrons from premises.
Air Force Security Specialist
United States Air Force Strategic Air Command
08.1980 - 08.1984
- Provided Security for Nuclear Facilities, Missile Site Security, Flight Line Security, and Air Base Ground Defense.
- Emergency Services Team member (Spec Ops Team Leader and Marksman) responsible for responding to and mitigating any terroristic threat, activity, hostage type situations, etc.
- As an NCO (Sgt), I was responsible for managing and training individuals assigned to my unit. I also served as a flight training NCO.
- As a Missile Flight Security Controller, I was responsible for overseeing armed security response for 10 nuclear missile silos and the Launch Control Facility.
- Also provided security for Nuclear Missile Convoys.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
Austin Community College
Austin, TXHigh School Diploma -
East Waterloo High School
Waterloo, IA05-1984
Timeline
Fire Specialist and EMT
City Of Austin Fire Department
11.1985 - 05.2006
Assistant Apartment Manager
Gillingwater Properties
03.1985 - 11.1985
Bouncer
Edge of Town Night Club
11.1984 - 03.1985
Air Force Security Specialist
United States Air Force Strategic Air Command
08.1980 - 08.1984
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
Austin Community College
High School Diploma -
East Waterloo High School
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