Michael Brannon
Warrior,AL
Summary
Fire service professional with extensive experience at the City of Bessemer, specializing in fire prevention, investigations and plans examination. Proven track record in leading teams to achieve ISO 1 PPC certification and implementing effective safety education programs. Expertise in fire codes and NFPA standards combined with strong leadership skills ensures compliance and community protection.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Chief - Fire Marshal
City of Bessemer
Bessemer, AL
12.2011 - 04.2025
- Supervised work of 4 personnel engaged in various fire prevention activities
- Conducted plan reviews for new construction projects.
- Maintained operating budget for the Fire prevention division.
- Led the process to successfully obtain an ISO 1 PPC for the City of Bessemer
Fire Captain
City of Bessemer
Bessemer, AL
05.2009 - 12.2011
- Inspected buildings to determine fire risks and advise owners on prevention methods.
- Conducted fire investigations to determine cause and origin.
- Implemented public fire and safety education programs focused torward school aged children and elderly population.
- Conducted plan reviews for new construction projects.
Fire Lieutenant
City of Bessemer
Bessemer, AL
09.2004 - 05.2009
- Conducted fire prevention inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted fire investigations for cause and origin.
- Performed plan reviews for new construction projects.
Firefighter
City of Bessemer
Bessemer, AL
03.1995 - 04.2004
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid response and assistance during fires and medical emergencies.
Education
Broadcast Journalism
UAB
Birmingham, ALAssociate of Applied Science - Paramedic
UAB
Birmingham, AL11.1994
Skills
- Fire prevention
- Expertise in ICC fire codes and NFPA standards
Certification
Firefighter I and II
Apparatus operator pumper
Apparatus operator aerial
Plans examiner I
Fire inspector I, II, and III
Fire investigator I and II
Fire officer I and II
Fire instructor I and II
Public fire and life safety educator I and II
Hazardous materials A and O, Incident commander
Hazardous materials technician
Timeline
Battalion Chief - Fire Marshal
City of Bessemer
12.2011 - 04.2025
Fire Captain
City of Bessemer
05.2009 - 12.2011
Fire Lieutenant
City of Bessemer
09.2004 - 05.2009
Firefighter
City of Bessemer
03.1995 - 04.2004
Broadcast Journalism
UAB
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
UAB