Michael Chance Hines

Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment.

• Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
• Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
• Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
• Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
• Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
• Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.

• Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, loaders and excavators for various construction projects.
• Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
• Responded to on site emergencies at St Augustine Speedway as a Racetrack Firefighter EMT.

• Contributed to department improvements through participation in internal committees focused on policy development and procedural updates.
• Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
• Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
• Efficiently extinguished structural fires using specialized tools and equipment designed for specific types of blazes.
• Assisted in rescue operations during natural disasters, such as floods or storms, providing aid to affected residents.
• Conducted thorough inspections of commercial and residential properties for fire code compliance, reducing potential hazards.
• Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
• Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
• Participated in wildfire containment efforts alongside regional local, state, and federal partners, preventing further spread of flames into populated areas.
• Provided structural protection for hundreds of homes and man made improvements throughout the country on the largest recorded historic wildfires.
• Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a crew leader on multiple occasions, guiding team members to complete tasks efficiently and safely.

• Strengthened interdepartmental relationships through joint training exercises and collaborative initiatives.
• Provided mentorship to new firefighters, supporting their personal growth within the profession.
• Evaluated instructional materials for effectiveness, continuously updating content for maximum relevance to current standards and practices.
• Provide experienced IC on Live Fire training exercises including structural, vehicular and wildland fire based.
• Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
• Provide courses that continue to educate beyond basic fire instruction including but no limited to; Building Construction, Fire Ground Tactics 1 & 2, Pump Operator, Fire Service Hydraulics, Fire Protection system..........