Michael Skeldum
Fountain,CO
Summary
Dedicated fire service professional with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as a full-time Battalion Chief. Expertise includes overseeing cross-trained personnel across multiple fire stations and managing an annual call volume exceeding 7,000. Proven track record in directing emergency response operations and developing strategic initiatives, complemented by strong leadership abilities that foster a culture of servant leadership and family. Significant contributions to the Wildland division and establishment of a health and wellness program have enhanced member well-being while effectively reducing workplace injury risks.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Chief
Security Fire Protection District
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated incident command during major emergencies, ensuring compliance with established protocols and effective resource management.
- Led emergency response operations during high-stakes incidents, coordinating with multiple agencies to ensure effective communication and resource deployment.
- Implemented strategic training programs for personnel, enhancing skills and preparedness for diverse emergency scenarios.
- Served as an effective liaison between firefighters under my command and upper-level administration to address concerns promptly while still upholding department policies and procedures.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the department by encouraging feedback from all personnel and prioritizing ongoing training opportunities.
- Managed multiple fire stations effectively, ensuring personnel were properly trained, equipped, and supervised for optimal performance.
Firefighter/EMT Part-Time
Northeast Teller County Fire Department
11.2023 - Current
- Respond to Fire, Rescue and Emergency medical incidents
- Operate and Engineer fire department vehicles to emergency and non-emergency situations
- Control and extinguish fires, protect life and property, provide emergency medical care
- Provide Basic life support care and determine transport needs for patients and sets priority
- Inspect fire fighting equipment and hydrants
- Assist with station and equipment maintenance
- Assist with fire prevention and education
Personal Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Coach
Redline Fitness LLC
03.2020 - Current
- Prepare and instruct personal training sessions with clients, individually and in group settings
- Ensure clients perform exercises safely and with proper form
- Create custom diet programs for clients
- Manage annual fitness budget for the company
- Manage equipment repairs and replacement
Assistant HS and Head Youth Wrestling Coach
Widefield School District 3
09.2014 - Current
- Established a youth program that was rated #1 in the United States from 2017-2020.
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Increased community engagement by organizing youth wrestling clinics, promoting sportsmanship values and skill development at an early age.
- Cultivated a culture of teamwork by facilitating collaborative drills during practice sessions that emphasized cooperation among athletes.
- Strengthened athlete conditioning by incorporating strength training exercises, improving overall physical fitness levels.
Fire Lieutenant & Wildland Coordinator
Fountain Fire Department
08.2005 - 05.2025
- Supervise and mentor a team of 11 firefighters and emergency medical technicians, ensuring readiness and efficiency
- Serve as acting Battalion Chief, in absence of the shift Battalion Chief.
- Perform various firefighting, emergency medical, Human resources and other duties as required or directed by the Fire Chief
- Enforce departmental policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with department standards
- Provide incident supervision and command
- Perform public education training and lead community outreach events
- Conduct fire prevention inspections and public education sessions annually, increasing community awareness and safety
- Maintain and ensure the operational readiness of firefighting equipment, vehicles, and stations
- Prepare detailed incident reports, logs, and documentation, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping
- Coordinate the Wildland program for the entire department, conduct and lead department training and drills for wildland
- Manage annual budget for the department's Wildland Division
- Basic life support CPR instructor for bi-annual renewals.
- Run and organize departments health and wellness program.
Firefighter/EMT Part-Time
Colorado Centre Fire Department
09.2019 - 11.2024
- Respond to Fire, Rescue and Emergency medical incidents
- Operate and Engineer fire department vehicles to emergency and non-emergency situations
- Control and extinguish fires, protect life and property, provide emergency medical care
- Provide Basic life support care and determine transport needs for patients and sets priority
- Assist with station and equipment maintenance
Education
Personal Training
National Academy Of Sports Medicine
Colorado Springs, CO01-2027
Personal Training
National Academy Of Sports Medicine
Skills
- Experienced with Wildland IQS Software
- Experienced with Wildland IROC System
- Experienced with Microsoft Applications
- Team Leadership development
- Emergency management
- Staff performance evaluation
- Effective Public Speaking
- Fitness and nutrition Training
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
Certification
• DFPC FIRE OFFICER II 01/01/2028
• DFPC HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONS AND AWARENESS 07/01/2027
• CO STATE EMT- BASIC IV 01/01/2028
• DFPC FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES INSTRUCTOR II 01/01/2031
• DFPC DRIVER OPERATOR 01/01/2031
• DFPC CO State proctor DO/FF 07/01/2028
• AHA HEALTHCARE PROVIDER AND BLS INSTRUCTOR 11/31/2026
• AHA BLS CPR 11/31/2026
• NWCG Engine Boss, Single Resource ,NWCG Firing boss (trainee) ,NWCG Heavy equipment boss (trainee) , NWCG Basic Faller 3 , NWCG Firefighter Type 1, NWCG Incident Commander Type 5
• NIMS ICS 100 ICS 200 ICS 300 ICS 400 ICS 700 ICS 800
• NIMS BLUE CARD INCIDENT COMMANDER
• FIRE OFFICER "FO" DESIGNATION • Center for Public Safety Excellence credentialed
Timeline
Battalion Chief
Security Fire Protection District
05.2025 - Current
Firefighter/EMT Part-Time
Northeast Teller County Fire Department
11.2023 - Current
Personal Fitness Trainer and Nutrition Coach
Redline Fitness LLC
03.2020 - Current
Firefighter/EMT Part-Time
Colorado Centre Fire Department
09.2019 - 11.2024
Assistant HS and Head Youth Wrestling Coach
Widefield School District 3
09.2014 - Current
Fire Lieutenant & Wildland Coordinator
Fountain Fire Department
08.2005 - 05.2025
Personal Training
National Academy Of Sports Medicine
Personal Training
National Academy Of Sports Medicine