Michael Weitzel
Portland,IN
Summary
Accomplished engineer/former Chief with a successful history of managing a $900,000 budget and overseeing personnel. Recognized for building strong relationships and implementing safety enhancements that significantly reduce risks within the community.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineer
City of Portland
Portland, IN
12.2010 - Current
- Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Supported fellow firefighters during high-pressure situations by maintaining clear communication channels and offering necessary guidance when needed.
- Assessed risk factors within the community by reviewing building plans and making recommendations for improved safety features before construction began.
- Coordinated with local agencies to develop emergency plans and participated in joint training exercises to ensure seamless cooperation during real-world events.
- Conducted thorough inspections of commercial and residential properties for fire code compliance, reducing potential hazards.
- Managed a appropriately $900,000 balanced budget for 10 years
- Developed an apparatus replacement plan- purchased a rescue engine, Chief command truck, ladder truck and a tanker
- Hired 2 additional fireman
- Decreased work schedule from 53 hrs to 48
- Developed a live fire training ground with a propane prop that allows live fire as well as water injection and leak stop
- Sponsored three State fire Fire academy's and two live fire training days
- Mutual aid training with all county fire department
- Held two Fire Ops 101 classes
- Started and continue to work on the county wide change over from VHF to 800 radios
- Created a joint county CISM team as well as peer support
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Recovery High
Fort Recovery, OHSkills
- Leadership and supervision
- Relationship building and management
- Public speaking
- Personnel management
- Staff scheduling
- Community relations
- Community education
- Budget management
Certification
See attached Acadis
Timeline
Engineer
City of Portland
12.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fort Recovery High