Michael Baldree
Flower Mound,TX
Summary
Seasoned Fire Captain known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in emergency response management, fire safety compliance, and team leadership. Excel using communication, decision-making, and critical thinking to ensure safety and effectiveness in high-pressure situations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain / Tactical Paramedic
Town of Flower Mound
Flower Mound, TX
03.2004 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls and managed the on-site operations of fire, medical, hazardous materials, and rescue incidents.
- Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
- Monitored shift activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Assessed risks associated with potential hazards encountered in emergency situations.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Provided leadership and guidance to assigned crew members during drills, exercises, and real-world operations.
- Established goals for personnel development by providing feedback regarding job performance evaluations.
- Participated in public outreach events designed to educate citizens about fire safety best practices.
- Attended trainings related to advances in firefighting tactics, technology, or legislation impacting the profession.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
Driver Engineer
Town of Flower Mound
Flower Mound, TX
03.2000 - 03.2004
- Inspected vehicles for safety compliance according to NFPA standards.
- Guaranteed presence of required tools for emergency service calls.
- Conducted routine checks on engine fluid levels and tire pressures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of fire station, equipment, and grounds.
Firefighter Paramedic
Town of Flower Mound
Flower Mound, TX
05.1995 - 03.2000
- Aided in responding to emergency calls, evaluating situations, and delivering essential medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Employed various methods and strategies to swiftly extinguish fires.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Maintained expertise in suppression methods through ongoing education and training
Education
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
Arlington, TX05-1989
B.S. Fire Administration - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALSome College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TXSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Reporting and documentation
- Emergency Scene Assessments
- Emergency Preparedness
- Patient-Centered Treatment Planning
- Employee Supervision
- Fire Control Techniques
- Emergency Action Plans
- Patient Assessments
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Administration and management
- Staff development and leadership
- Public Education
- Staff Scheduling
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Stress Management
- Team building
- Performance Evaluation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Incident safety
- Drills and Demonstrations
Certification
- TCFP Master Firefighter
- Fire Officer I, II, and IV
- Paramedic since 1996 Tactical Paramedic since May 2003
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
- Rope Rescue Technician
- Hazardous Materials Technician
- Swift Water Rescue Technician
- Swift Water / Flood Water Boat Operator
- TCFP Instructor I, and II
- FF1 for Wildland
- TEEX Heavy Vehicle Rescue Technician
- TEEX Leadership I, II, and III
Affiliations
- Little unknown fact is I like to bake. I learned as a kid growing up standing in a chair next to my mom how to bake a few things that I still enjoy baking to this day. I've even taught my son who is an amazing athlete the subtle joys of baking.
- Love spending time with my wife and kids. My wife an I enjoy cruising when possible especially with friends and family.
- I am an avid gym enthusiast that also enjoys Mountain Biking and competing in in about any sport out there.
Timeline
Captain / Tactical Paramedic
Town of Flower Mound
03.2004 - Current
Driver Engineer
Town of Flower Mound
03.2000 - 03.2004
Firefighter Paramedic
Town of Flower Mound
05.1995 - 03.2000
- TCFP Master Firefighter
- Fire Officer I, II, and IV
- Paramedic since 1996 Tactical Paramedic since May 2003
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
- Rope Rescue Technician
- Hazardous Materials Technician
- Swift Water Rescue Technician
- Swift Water / Flood Water Boat Operator
- TCFP Instructor I, and II
- FF1 for Wildland
- TEEX Heavy Vehicle Rescue Technician
- TEEX Leadership I, II, and III
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
B.S. Fire Administration - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Tarrant County College District
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington
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