Matthew Williams
Arab,AL
Summary
I have been a Lieutenant for 5 years. I was trusted enough to be assigned to the busiest house in the city by my Battalion Chief when promoted to Lieutenant. My 25 years overall experience at Decatur Fire & Rescue has prepared for a leadership role at the Battalion Chief level. I have shown my ability to manage emergency situations and lead firefighting teams with precision and confidence. I have exemplified willingness and adaptability to meet organizational goals. My longstanding goals of strong leadership and problem-solving skills have fostered the success of my crew.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Decatur Fire & Rescue
07.1999 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Conducted thorough post-incident analysis sessions, utilizing lessons learned to refine operational guidelines and enhance future responses in similar situations.
- Directed work by firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
Education
Paramedicine
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL05-2008
Alabama Fire College
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
- Firefighter safety
- Technical rescue
- Incident command
- Emergency medical treatment
- Standard operating procedures
- Fire suppression
- Fire department procedures
- Staff development and leadership
- Tommy Hill Life Saver Award
Tommy Hill LIfe Saver Award
I received this award jointly with Vernon Davis and Mike Hasse for the rescue efforts of a father and daughter during a structure fire. Father and daughter are alive and well today.
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Decatur Fire & Rescue
07.1999 - Current
Paramedicine
Wallace State Community College
Alabama Fire College
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