Lieutenant Richard Bassett
Fairfield
Summary
Fire Lieutenant with a robust background at Fairfield Fire Department. Excelled in personnel management, significantly enhancing team efficiency and emergency responsiveness. Innovated educational programs, elevating public safety awareness. Skilled in technical rescue, demonstrating exceptional leadership and oral communication abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Fairfield Fire Department
08.2014 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Enhanced overall departmental performance by attending professional development courses and conferences, sharing acquired knowledge with colleagues upon return.
- Implemented fitness program for fire station, boosting physical readiness and team morale.
- Trained new recruits in fire suppression techniques, improving team efficiency and readiness.
Fire Lieutenant
Fairfield Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying individual strengths to match skill sets with appropriate assignments.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing professional development opportunities for firefighters under my supervision.
- Established effective communication channels between command staff and frontline responders during high-pressure incidents, ensuring clear directives and information sharing.
- Directed work of firefighters engaged in emergency incidents.
- Created educational programs regarding life safety and fire prevention.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Created fire prevention courses to educate general public.
Instructor
Fairfield Regional Fire School
01.2016 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Mentored new Instructors, sharing valuable insights and strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire And Emergency Management
Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN06-2027
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL07-2013
Skills
- Fire prevention
- Firefighter safety
- Technical rescue
- Incident command
- Emergency medical treatment
- Standard operating procedures
- Personnel management
- Records management
- Word Processing
- Oral and Written Skills
- Course development and delivery
- Superior organizational abilities
Certification
- Fire Instructor I and II
- Fire Officer 1
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Confined Space Rescue Technician
- Trench Rescue Technician
- Vehicle Rescue Technician
- Rope Rescue Technician Level I & II
- Hazardous Materials Technician Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Pump Operator Certificate
- USCG OUPV Captain
- Rescue Diver
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Fairfield Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
Instructor
Fairfield Regional Fire School
01.2016 - Current
Firefighter
Fairfield Fire Department
08.2014 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Fire And Emergency Management
Purdue Global University
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Keiser University
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