Mike Wagner
Tacoma
Summary
Fire Lieutenant with extensive experience in emergency response and team supervision. Demonstrated success in training teams to improve operational readiness and efficiency. Expertise in fire safety compliance and risk management. Committed to enhancing community safety through effective leadership and strategic planning.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
City Of Seattle
Seattle
04.1999 - 07.2025
- Directed firefighting operations, ensuring safety of personnel and public during emergencies.
- Supervised teams during emergency responses, maintaining high readiness and efficiency.
- Conducted fire inspections to verify compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained junior firefighters on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Reviewed operational procedures to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.
- Responded to emergency calls, assessing situations and deploying resources strategically.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, administering first aid where necessary.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and areas for procedural improvement.
Fitness Instructor
Bellevue Athletic Club
Bellevue
05.1995 - 05.1999
- Developed personalized fitness plans based on individual goals and needs.
- Instructed members on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
- Conducted fitness assessments to evaluate member progress and capabilities.
- Provided guidance on how to modify exercises based on injury or disability status.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique for various exercises and stretches.
- Modified exercise plans and routines based on client responses and success.
- Assessed clients' physical condition and health history through consultation, interview and physical assessment tests.
- Helped clients utilize fitness equipment properly using verbal instructions and demonstrations.
- Developed and implemented fitness programs tailored to the goals of each client.
- Provided personal training services to clients according to their individual needs.
- Encouraged participants to reach their fitness goals with positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Health Fitness Instructor
American College of Sports Medicine
Denver, CO05-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL04-1994
Skills
- Emergency response and management
- Fire safety compliance
- Search and rescue operations
- Team supervision and leadership
- Training and development
- Equipment maintenance
- Effective communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Situational awareness
- Performance evaluation techniques
- EMS expertise
- Building and fire inspections
- Fire suppression tactics
- Firefighter safety protocols
- Standard operating procedures adherence
- Emergency medical treatment proficiency
- Technical rescue skills
- Incident safety measures
- Personnel management strategies
- Life and property protection methods
- Time management efficiency
- Team building initiatives
- Task prioritization skills
- Scene assessment capabilities
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
City Of Seattle
04.1999 - 07.2025
Fitness Instructor
Bellevue Athletic Club
05.1995 - 05.1999
Health Fitness Instructor
American College of Sports Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Florida State University