Kipp Krattli
Graham,Washington
Summary
Accomplished leader and ALS-certified Lieutenant with a proven track record at Graham Fire & Rescue, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Years of experience in emergency scene management and structural firefighting, Excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring crews are superbly trained, and go home to their families after every shift. Most importantly, I believe in servant leadership. by serving others over my own needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant/PM
Graham Fire & Rescue
12.2017 - Current
- Established clear expectations for staff members through effective communication and goal setting techniques.
- Suppression Lieutenant for the past 7 years
- Increased team cohesion with regular communication, fostering a positive work environment.
- Facilitated meetings that encouraged open dialogue between team members, fostering collaboration and idea-sharing among colleagues.
- Collaborated with other departments for seamless execution of initiatives, promoting synergy across the organization.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Firefighter/PM
Graham Fire & Rescue
06.2013 - 12.2017
- Performed advanced life support procedures during medical emergencies.
- Advanced life support transports to surrounding area hospitals on a busy medic unit.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth opportunities.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Graham Fire & Rescue
04.2008 - 06.2013
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tenders, medic units, and ladders to aid in suppression and rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency responders.
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Medicine
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA06.2014
High School Diploma -
Enumclaw High School
Enumclaw, WA06.2001
Skills
- Leadership and supervision
- Servant leader
- High energy leader
- Ensure crews are trained to the highest standard
- Lead by example
- Structural Firefighting
- Emergency Scene Management
- ALS certified
- Fire ground Communications
- Map Reading and Navigation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Relationship Building
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Lieutenant/PM
Graham Fire & Rescue
12.2017 - Current
Firefighter/PM
Graham Fire & Rescue
06.2013 - 12.2017
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Graham Fire & Rescue
04.2008 - 06.2013
Associate of Science - Emergency Medicine
Tacoma Community College
High School Diploma -
Enumclaw High School
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