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Randy Westmoreland

Jackson,OH

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency, I spearheaded maintenance teams at General Mills, optimizing processes to boost equipment performance. My knack for project coordination and mechanical troubleshooting fostered collaborative success and compliance with safety standards. Achievements include significant workflow improvements and effective cross-functional team leadership, underpinning my strong multitasking and relationship-building capabilities.

Experienced with managing project timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications efficiently. Utilizes problem-solving skills to address project challenges and ensure smooth execution. Track record of implementing project management best practices to deliver quality outcomes.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Maintenance Technician

General Mills
04.2006 - Current
  • Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities.
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
  • Increased overall equipment efficiency by optimizing maintenance processes, including prioritization of work orders and inventory management.
  • Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
  • Conducted root cause analysis investigations after major breakdowns or incidents to prevent future occurrences.
  • Coordinated with regulatory agencies during audits or inspections, demonstrating compliance with established safety and environmental guidelines.

Firefighter (Captain, Lieutenant)

Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department
04.2013 - Current
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Oversaw maintenance of equipment and apparatuses, ensuring readiness for emergency situations at all times.
  • Collaborated with other agencies for coordinated response during multi-agency incidents, maximizing resource utilization.
  • Coordinated pre-fire planning sessions to gather vital information about potential risks within the community or specific structures.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.

Coordinator/Fabrication Welder

Buckeye Construction
08.2001 - 03.2006
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.

Firefighter (Captain, Lieutenant)

Coalton Volunteer Fire Department
09.1996 - 07.2011
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Coordinated pre-fire planning sessions to gather vital information about potential risks within the community or specific structures.
  • Increased firefighter safety by implementing risk management principles into operational guidelines and decision-making processes.

Education

Firefighter 2 Certification

Ohio University Chillicothe
Chillicothe, OH

High School Diploma -

Ripley High School
Ripley, WV
01-1990

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Project coordination
  • Relationship building
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Schedule coordination
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Safety awareness
  • Mechanical repair
  • Structural firefighting
  • Fire safety
  • Emergency response
  • Emergency scene management
  • Vehicle extrication
  • First aid certified
  • Firefighting activities
  • Firefighting
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Community relations
  • Search and rescue techniques
  • Fire pump operation
  • Fireground communications
  • Public education
  • Self-contained breathing apparatus
  • Wildland firefighting

Certification

  • Hazardous Materials Technician– Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
  • Confined Space Rescue Technician - State or Local Government Agencies or Third-Party Organizations.
  • Firefighter II Certification (FF II) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Certificate– Various States' Departments of Transportation.
  • Firefighter I Certification (FF I) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
  • Driver/Operator Pumper Certification - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
  • Wildland Firefighter Certification - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (ProBoard).

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Volunteering
  • utv riding Guiding and mapping new trails
  • hunting
  • traveling to different riding spots in different states (we have been to 15 different states riding)

Timeline

Firefighter (Captain, Lieutenant)

Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department
04.2013 - Current

Lead Maintenance Technician

General Mills
04.2006 - Current

Coordinator/Fabrication Welder

Buckeye Construction
08.2001 - 03.2006

Firefighter (Captain, Lieutenant)

Coalton Volunteer Fire Department
09.1996 - 07.2011
  • Hazardous Materials Technician– Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
  • Confined Space Rescue Technician - State or Local Government Agencies or Third-Party Organizations.
  • Firefighter II Certification (FF II) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Certificate– Various States' Departments of Transportation.
  • Firefighter I Certification (FF I) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
  • Driver/Operator Pumper Certification - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
  • Wildland Firefighter Certification - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (ProBoard).

Firefighter 2 Certification

Ohio University Chillicothe

High School Diploma -

Ripley High School
Randy Westmoreland