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Richard Lesniewski

Cleveland,TN

Summary

With a background in construction and working with the public, combined with almost 20 years of experience with the city’s Fire Department, I feel confident I will excel in this role.

The City of Cleveland’s commitment to providing reliable and customer-based service is second to none, and I am excited to bring my expertise to support this mission. I am certain the skills I have developed over my career will be beneficial to this role. Thank you for your consideration.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contractor

Self-Employed
01.1991 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
  • Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
  • Proficient in the efficient completion of both new frame construction work and remodels.
  • Proficient in performing residential electrical services.
  • Skilled in the operation of heavy machinery for tasks such as road grading and paving.

Driver/Engineer

City of Cleveland Tn Fire Department
03.2009 - 07.2024
  • Operated and maintained specialized equipment and apparatus


  • Conducted regular inspections and maintenance on pump controls


  • Fill-in supervisor as needed, responsible for handling and resolving various emergency incidents such as shoring and building collapse, electrical emergencies, fires, and medical incidents


  • Maintained a safe environment for both crew members and the public

Firefighter

City of Cleveland TN Fire Department
01.2006 - 03.2009
  • 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.

Education

Electrical Engineering

DeVry University
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Worksite safety
  • Safety knowledge
  • Safety Compliance
  • Residential construction
  • Project Management
  • Construction Estimating
  • Drywalling
  • Electrical knowledge
  • Project Oversight
  • Blueprints
  • Subcontractor Oversight

Certification

Tennessee Commission on Firefighting Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I, Pumper Driver Operator, Fire Fighter I and II


International Association of Fire Fighters Hazardous Material Technician and Peer Fitness Trainer


State of Tennessee Emergency Medical Responder


TARS Trench Collapse, Swift Water Rescue I and II




Timeline

Driver/Engineer

City of Cleveland Tn Fire Department
03.2009 - 07.2024

Firefighter

City of Cleveland TN Fire Department
01.2006 - 03.2009

Contractor

Self-Employed
01.1991 - Current

Electrical Engineering

DeVry University

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