Paul Huddleston
Seattle,WA
Summary
Adept at driving operational success, I leveraged administrative oversight and robust business management skills at Topside Detailing to significantly enhance revenue. My tenure at Glacier Peak Wildfire Inc. honed my ability to lead under pressure, achieving critical objectives. Expert in operations management and fostering labor relations, I excel in optimizing productivity and nurturing key stakeholder relationships. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Topside Detailing
01.2017 - Current
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Wildland Firefighter
Glacier Peak Wildfire Inc.
03.2015 - 10.2020
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Volunteer Firefighter
BLFPD 9
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
Ground Service Ramp Agent
Alaska Airlines
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over [Number] daily flights.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
- Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
- Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
- Transferred luggage from aircraft to collection areas safely using [Type] equipment.
- Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
- Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Utah Valley University
Orem Utah 10.2017
Skills
- Administrative Oversight
- Regulatory Compliance
- KPI Management
- Labor Relations
- Business Management
- Operations Management
- Small business operations
Certification
Certified Firefighter Type 1 & 2
Certified Type 2 Wildland Firefighter
Certified in Hazardous Material Operations
CPR AED Certified
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
BLFPD 9
08.2017 - 09.2020
Owner
Topside Detailing
01.2017 - Current
Ground Service Ramp Agent
Alaska Airlines
11.2015 - 07.2017
Wildland Firefighter
Glacier Peak Wildfire Inc.
03.2015 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Utah Valley University
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