Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Michael McHenry

Hilton-Parma Fire District
Hilton,NY
1
Certification
44
years of professional experience

Reliable, self motivated and dedicated individual bringing over 35 years of labor and management experience in a variety of settings.

Work History

Snowplow Operator

5 Years 9 Months
R.M. Landscape | 11.2020 - Current
  • Operate loader w/16' plow working with a team to remove snow from roadways and parking lots at University of Rochester and recently at the Amazon Sort Center on Shepard Rd.

Hazmat Deputy Coordinator

24 Years 7 Months
Monroe County Fire Bureau | 01.2002 - Current
  • Lead supervisor in charge of membership development, incident management, planning resources, community outreach, hazardous material training to local fire departments (excluding city of Rochester), response to regional hazmat events in Monroe County, Western NY & Finger Lakes Regions, vehicle & equipment needs.
  • Direct supervision of approximately 36 hazmat technicians.
  • Represent County of Monroe at assorted meetings.
  • Develop long & short range growth strategies.

Fire District Commissioner

24 Years 7 Months
Hilton-Parma Fire District | 01.2002 - Current
  • Elected by general public to oversee fire service provided to the Hilton-Parma area.
  • Specific responsibilities include budget development and management, paid personnel supervision, equipment and building maintenance, safety, construction management, chief officer development and long/short range planning for the fire district.

Firetruck Pump Tester

4 Years 3 Months
Floyd Truck Maintenance | 04.2022 - 07.2026
  • Conducted testing on fire apparatus to ensure pump meets criteria for NFPA certification.
  • Completed documentation of testing.

Superintendent Dept of Public Works (retired)

38 Years 4 Months
Village Of Hilton | 04.1982 - 08.2020
  • Maintained compliance with all relevant regulatory authorities including NYS Health, Monroe County Health, NYS DOT, Monroe County DOT, PESH/OSHA, Workers' Compensation, NYS Parks, DEC, Monroe County Soil & Water.
  • Managed complete construction process for projects using DPW crew to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
  • Oversaw operations within the Village DPW with proactive oversight of installation, maintenance and repair of highways; sewer and water system components; snow and ice removal; refuse and recycling collection; building and ground maintenance.
  • Compiled and presented comprehensive reports to Village Board and regulatory agencies to ensure accountability and transparency.
  • Developed budget for DPW and monitored expenditures.
  • Compiled and presented reports and information to Village Board and regulatory agencies based on accountability requirements.
  • Reported directly to Village Board.

Monroe County Fire Advisory Chairman

1 Year 11 Months
Monroe County | 01.2008 - 12.2009
  • Contact liaison between Monroe County fire service and County legislatures.
  • Selected and appointed members to various committees for project oversight.
  • Appointed committees.

Fire Chief

2 Years 11 Months
Hilton-Parma Fire District | 01.1999 - 12.2001
  • Directed work of ~100 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
  • Directed implementation of comprehensive training operations, including drills, inspections, tests, and performance evaluations.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Developed and monitored chief's budget.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Created, initiated and optimized policies and procedures for fire prevention and suppression.

Education

- Physical Education/Biology

SUNY College At Brockport | Brockport, NY

1978-1981

High School Diploma

Hilton Central High School | Hilton, NY

Monroe Community College | Rochester, NY

Completed several courses related to leadership development and fire science.

New York State Fire Academy | Montour Falls, NY

Completed several courses related to leadership development and fire science.

National Fire Academy | Emmitsburg, Maryland

Completed several courses related to leadership development and fire science.

Skills

Heavy equipment operator
Truck driver
Project/planning management
Snow removal operations
Employee supervision
Educator/trainer

Certification

  • Class B NYS driver's license.
  • American Heart certification.
  • Class D NYS water operator license.
  • NYS Hazmat Incident Commander, Specialist and Technician.
  • NYS Interior firefighter.

Timeline

Firetruck Pump Tester

Floyd Truck Maintenance
04.2022 - 07.2026Read More

Snowplow Operator

R.M. Landscape
11.2020 - CurrentRead More

Monroe County Fire Advisory Chairman

Monroe County
01.2008 - 12.2009Read More

Hazmat Deputy Coordinator

Monroe County Fire Bureau
01.2002 - CurrentRead More

Fire District Commissioner

Hilton-Parma Fire District
01.2002 - CurrentRead More

Fire Chief

Hilton-Parma Fire District
01.1999 - 12.2001Read More

Superintendent Dept of Public Works (retired)

Village Of Hilton
04.1982 - 08.2020Read More

National Fire Academy

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New York State Fire Academy

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Monroe Community College

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SUNY College At Brockport

from Physical Education/Biology
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Hilton Central High School

High School Diploma
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Michael McHenry