Matthew Chastain
Covington,KY
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as Asst. Fire Chief at the City of Ludlow, excelling in emergency response and public safety coordination. Proven ability to lead teams and manage crisis situations effectively, while ensuring compliance with fire codes and enhancing firefighting techniques through innovative training programs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asst. Fire Chief
City of Ludlow
Ludlow, Kentucky
11.1999 - Current
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of current trends in firefighting technology.
- Oversee the daily operation of assigned facilities to ensure safety compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Facilitate meetings between fire department personnel and representatives from other agencies or organizations involved in public safety initiatives.
- Prepare records and reports of department responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Inspect buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Monitor budget expenditures related to personnel, supplies, and equipment to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Assist in developing grant proposals for funding sources supporting new technologies or training programs.
PC Support Specialist
Cincinnati Hamilton County Public Library
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.1998 - 04.2021
- Answered user inquiries to resolve computer software or hardware operation problems.
- Install and maintain all computer related equipment.
- Create and maintain User Accounts in Active Directory.
- Install and maintain specialty equipment such as 3D Printers, laser cutter/engravers, vinyl printers/plotters, and other devices as needed.
- Conduct auctions and disposal of surplus equipment
- Record all work in ticketing software.
- Provided technical assistance to staff with desktop applications such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Southern Ohio College
Ft. Mitchell, KY08-2002
Ohio Peace Officer Private Security Training
Ohio Peace Officer Training Council
D. Russell Lee Career Academy06-1992
Skills
- Emergency response
- Fire prevention
- Firefighting techniques
- Building inspections
- Public safety coordination
- Collaboration skills
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Incident command
- Crisis management
Certification
- US Army Veteran (1983 to 1987)
- KY Certified Emergency Medical Technician since 1988
- KY 400 Hour Firefighter certification
- KY Level 1 Fire Instructor
- Telephone CPR Certified, KY Board of EMS
- OSHA 30 certified
References
- Greg Eastham, 145 Greenhill Dr. Covington, KY 41011 859-628-2751, Ludlow PD
- Nicole Kidd-Steward, 432 Highway Ave, Ludlow, KY 41016, 859-620-3313, Ludlow FD
- Ken Honchell, 143 Bluffside Dr, Covington, KY 41011, 859-732-7715, VA PD
- Doug Adams, 320 Pike St. Bromley, KY 41016, 859-380-3924, Friend
- Mike Steward, 432 Highway Ave, Ludlow, KY 41015, 859-581-8600, Chief, Ludlow FD
Timeline
Asst. Fire Chief
City of Ludlow
11.1999 - Current
PC Support Specialist
Cincinnati Hamilton County Public Library
01.1998 - 04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Southern Ohio College
Ohio Peace Officer Private Security Training
Ohio Peace Officer Training Council
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