Larry Manasco
Burleson
Summary
Dynamic fire service leader with extensive experience at Fort Worth Fire Department, excelling in emergency management and incident command. Proven track record in enhancing team performance through effective training and mentorship. Skilled in interagency coordination and hazardous materials response, fostering community trust while ensuring operational readiness and safety.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain
Fort Worth Fire Department
12.1994 - Current
- Led emergency response operations to ensure safety and effective execution of fire suppression strategies.
- Trained and mentored junior firefighters, enhancing team performance through skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Developed and implemented training programs, increasing operational readiness and efficiency within the department.
- Conducted risk assessments and inspections to identify hazards, improving overall safety protocols in the community.
- Oversaw incident command during complex emergencies, coordinating multi-agency responses to optimize resource utilization and effectiveness.
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- 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.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Directed work of numerous firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies and pandemic.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Conducted thorough post-incident analysis, identifying areas for improvement in both tactics and equipment usage.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Oversaw multi-agency responses to large-scale incidents, coordinating resources effectively for successful outcomes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business/Finance
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Leadership qualities
- Crew resource management
- Emergency management
- Continuous learning mindset
- Physical fitness
- Emergency response
- Fire suppression
- Hazardous materials response
- Incident command
- Interagency coordination
- Staff performance evaluation
- Supply procurement
Certification
Fire Officer I
Incident Commander
Hazardous Materials Technician
Incident Safety Officer
Timeline
Captain
Fort Worth Fire Department
12.1994 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business/Finance
University of Texas At Arlington
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