- 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
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, TX12-2001
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
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
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