Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Michel Bowidowicz

Carlsbad,CA

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Captain

City Of Anaheim Fire And Rescue
01.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced emergency response efficiency by implementing streamlined communication protocols within the department.
  • Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
  • Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
  • Fire Explorer Coordinator, managed $17,500 annual budget
  • Trained and managed 15 probationary firefighters.

Fire Engineer

City Of Anaheim Fire And Rescue
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
  • Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
  • Assisted in facilitating Orange County Fire Authority personnel to temporarily live at station 11.

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of Anaheim Fire And Rescue
03.2008 - 01.2016
  • Liaised with police, fire department personnel serving on countywide committee to adapt US Military TCCC to Tactical Casualty Care for law Enforcement.
  • Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
  • Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of San Diego Fire And Rescue
07.2002 - 03.2008
  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • 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.
  • Managed largest CERT activation to date of over 300 volunteers during With Creek Fire

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of Escondido, Fire Department
09.2001 - 07.2002
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • Strengthened interdepartmental relationships through participation in joint training exercises with neighboring fire departments.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fire Services Administration

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
06.2018

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
06.2016

Skills

  • Fire Inspection Suppression
  • Fire Inspection Investigations
  • Facility and Equipment Maintenance
  • Fire Response Rescue Direction
  • Emergency Response
  • Emergency Management
  • Budget Administration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • CSFM Chief Officer Training
  • Advanced ICS, ICS400
  • Division Supervisor, S339
  • Strike Team Leader, AH330
  • Safety Officer, L954
  • Firing Operations, S234
  • Air Operations, S270
  • Anaheim Leadership Academy, 2016

Timeline

Fire Captain

City Of Anaheim Fire And Rescue
01.2018 - Current

Fire Engineer

City Of Anaheim Fire And Rescue
01.2016 - 01.2018

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of Anaheim Fire And Rescue
03.2008 - 01.2016

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of San Diego Fire And Rescue
07.2002 - 03.2008

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of Escondido, Fire Department
09.2001 - 07.2002

Bachelor of Science - Fire Services Administration

Columbia Southern University

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University
Michel Bowidowicz