Mike Gischel
Galena,OH
Summary
Proven Firefighter with extensive experience at City of Columbus Fire Department, highly skilled in fire suppression and emergency response. Excelled in hazardous materials handling and fostering cooperative relationships, significantly enhancing community safety and education. Demonstrated leadership in training journeymen and executing fire safety regulations, ensuring operational excellence and effective emergency support. Dependable individual dedicated to enhancing quality of life for citizens and fellow firefighters through productive, safe services. Expertise in providing emergency rescue, performing fire suppression techniques and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment. Certified in Hazardous Materials Handling & Containment paired with in-depth knowledge of multiple fire safety programs.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
City of Columbus
10.1999 - Current
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
Meter Reader/Service
Columbia Gas of Ohio
10.1996 - 10.1999
- Performed meter reading and reports of data usage.
- Checked accuracy of meters against previous data and kept detailed reports of inconsistencies.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Walmart Distribution Center
10.1994 - 10.1996
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload goods from trucks and containers.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
Warehouse Operator
Agler Davidson Sporting Goods
10.1991 - 10.1994
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering
Ohio University
Lancaster, OHHigh School Diploma -
Wehrle High School
Columbus, OH 06.1989
Skills
- Firefighting - Suppression & Containment
- Fire pump operation
- Emergency & Medical Response
- Medical team collaboration
- Community Relation & Education
- Hose connections
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Staff performance evaluation
- Fire Safety
- Staff Scheduling
- First Aid Certified
Certification
- CFI - Certified Fire Inspector
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- HAZMAT - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- Firefighter 240 Card
- EMTB - Emergency Medical Technician Basic Transport
Timeline
Firefighter
City of Columbus
10.1999 - Current
Meter Reader/Service
Columbia Gas of Ohio
10.1996 - 10.1999
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Walmart Distribution Center
10.1994 - 10.1996
Warehouse Operator
Agler Davidson Sporting Goods
10.1991 - 10.1994
Associate of Science - Engineering
Ohio University
High School Diploma -
Wehrle High School