Safety-oriented professional systematic about assessing and improving worker conditions through short- and long-term monitoring strategies. Highly analytical, observant and skilled at identifying and resolving diverse concerns. Excellent inspection and documentation skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispatcher
Oklahoma City Fire Department
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2019 - Current
Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
Reviewed routes, daily traffic and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements and service needs.
Answered caller requests with information about various programs and services, service areas and status updates.
Communicated with individuals within inbound call center setting to complete dispatch support for fire related calls.
Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations.
Established and maintained positive relations with other agencies, creating work environment to embrace, promote and lead continuous improvement efforts.
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Oklahoma City Fire Department
301 Tall Oak Dr, Henryetta, OK
10.2004 - Current
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care accordingly
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer and performed necessary in-transit care
Executed reasoned and logical decision making in emergent situations
Provided effective demonstrations of alarm systems so that customers understood how to use each feature
Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules
Trained in, and familiar with, multiple aspects of the fire service and fire operations, to include: Fire tactics, fire prevention, rescue operations, Haz-Mat technician, incident command, etc
Instructor North Eastern Technology Center
Priority One Safe-t Llc Training And Consulting Services
Pryor, OK
10.2023 - Current
Developed and implemented lesson plans to instruct students on rescue principles, ropes, ascent and decent haul systems, and a myriad rescue related assessment, planning and execution.
Implemented lesson plans for CPR and First Aid.
Assisted and Implemented lesson plans for Hazmat.
Provided individualized instruction and scenarios to students to improve their skills and performance.
Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating group discussions, and critical thinking "what if" hands on practicum.
Confined Space Rescue Technician Lead
Priority One Safe-t Llc Training And Consulting Services
Pryor, OK
10.2022 - Current
Performed rescue operations including vertical rescues, rope systems, mechanical advantage systems and hauling systems.
Trained personnel on proper use of personal protective equipment required when entering a confined space environment.
Utilized appropriate tools such as tripods, winches, air bags and other rigging devices during rescue operations.
Conducted safety inspections and assessments of confined spaces to identify hazards and risks.
Lead Trainer And Safety Oversight
Spirit Safety
Houston, TX
10.2018 - Current
Assessed workplace compliance with key safety standards and government regulations
Trained new employees, and certified them, in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors
Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods
Developed curriculum for OSHA required certifications in various equipment operation and safety, and fall protection
Developed and maintained hygiene programs, including noise surveys, atmospheric monitoring and hazardous material management plans
Developed site specific training based on hazards specific to the industry and location contracted
Safety Oversight / Fire Project Manager / HSE
Total Safety U.S. Inc.
Houston, TX
09.2018 - Current
Created communication strategies to meet client objectives
Suspended dangerous activities posing active or potential threat to worker health and safety
Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions
Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk
Assessed workplace compliance with key safety standards and government regulations, initiating remediation processes to correct deficiencies
Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors
Wrote scopes, requirements
Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials
Developed and maintained hygiene programs, including noise surveys, atmospheric monitoring and hazardous material management plans
Sampled suspect materials to assess hazards and devise cleanup procedures
Owner/Operator
Rapid Remedy Testing solutions
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2020 - 02.2021
Led startup and opening of business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
Trained teams on specific operations, applicable procedures and techniques for each job site.
Provided business and their employees valuable data related to the pandemic allowing them to make decisions best suited for their individual needs.
Assisted businesses and their employees, in development and execution of safety plans to help safely keep the doors of commerce open during unprecedented times.
Education
Pastoral Ministry / International Business
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK
Emergency Medical Technology / Firefighter I, II
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK
Haz-Mat Technician Certification
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK
High School Diploma -
Henryetta High School
Henryetta, OK
1989
Skills
Effective Communicator
Discerning and able to adapt
Knowledgeable in multiple aspects of the fire service, public and industrial safety, EMS, and incident command structure and implementation
Able to process information in a logical and accurate format
Timeline
Instructor North Eastern Technology Center
Priority One Safe-t Llc Training And Consulting Services
10.2023 - Current
Confined Space Rescue Technician Lead
Priority One Safe-t Llc Training And Consulting Services
10.2022 - Current
Owner/Operator
Rapid Remedy Testing solutions
05.2020 - 02.2021
Dispatcher
Oklahoma City Fire Department
07.2019 - Current
Lead Trainer And Safety Oversight
Spirit Safety
10.2018 - Current
Safety Oversight / Fire Project Manager / HSE
Total Safety U.S. Inc.
09.2018 - Current
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Oklahoma City Fire Department
10.2004 - Current
Pastoral Ministry / International Business
Oklahoma Baptist University
Emergency Medical Technology / Firefighter I, II
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
Haz-Mat Technician Certification
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City
High School Diploma -
Henryetta High School
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