Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Interests
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Michael Copeland

DeKalb,TX

Summary

Proven leader and operational expert, I excelled at Goodyear Tire & Rubber by spearheading process improvements and fostering team development. My approach blends staff management with robust relationship building, achieving beyond-target results. Skilled in facility inspections,audits, and staff training, I consistently enhanced compliance and efficiency, embodying professionalism and dedication.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Area Manager EHS Department

Goodyear Tire & Rubber
06.2021 - Current
  • Continuously improved operational procedures through ongoing evaluation of existing practices, incorporating feedback from team members and adopting industry best practices within the Environmental department.
  • Led the team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment along with sustaining target goals within our current permits.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations/audits to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining detailed records and documentation as required.

DR Tire Builder

Cooper Tire Texarkana
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software systems implemented within the production process, minimizing any disruption to workflow efficiency as a result of technological changes.
  • Provided valuable input during team meetings regarding potential improvements or adjustments within the production process, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and open communication among colleagues.
  • Consistently met or exceeded tire production quotas by maintaining a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.

Firefighter/Paramedic Supervisor

NAS Ft Worth Fire Department
06.2008 - 12.2018
  • Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Maintained meticulous records of incident responses, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes and future reference.
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
  • Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
  • Strengthened interdepartmental relationships through participation in joint training exercises with neighboring fire departments.

Firefighter/Paramedic

Plainview Fire Department
02.2004 - 07.2008
  • Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine

Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX
12-2001

Skills

  • Staff management
  • Operations management
  • Relationship building and management
  • Team development
  • Staff training and development
  • Process improvement
  • Facility inspections
  • Training and coaching
  • Leadership skills
  • Leadership development
  • Policies and procedures
  • Action plans
  • Information analysis

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved multiple environmental infractions which led to positive results within the company.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Affiliations

  • International Association of Firefighters
  • The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO)
  • United Steel Workers

Certification

  • Intermediate Structural Firefighter- Texas Commission on Fire Protection- May 2008
  • Texas Fire Investigator- Texas Commission on Fire Protection-December 2004
  • HAZMAT Awareness & Operations- International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)- Aug 2008
  • HAZMAT Technician- TEEX Texas A&M University System- Sept 2008
  • TEEX Skills Evaluator- TEEX Texas A&M University System-April 2010
  • TEEX Instructor-TEEX Texas A&M University System- April 2010
  • Fire Instructor I- IFSAC- Oct 2010
  • Fire Officer I- IFSAC- November 2010
  • Confined Space Rescue Technician- IFSAC- November 2010
  • American Heart Association BLS provider- AHA- 2024

Interests

  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Outdoor Recreation- Avid sportsman of Hunting & Fishing
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Woodworking
  • Camping
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Environmental Conservation Projects

Timeline

Area Manager EHS Department

Goodyear Tire & Rubber
06.2021 - Current

DR Tire Builder

Cooper Tire Texarkana
09.2020 - 06.2021

Firefighter/Paramedic Supervisor

NAS Ft Worth Fire Department
06.2008 - 12.2018

Firefighter/Paramedic

Plainview Fire Department
02.2004 - 07.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine

Northeast Texas Community College
Michael Copeland