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Rickey Johnson, Jr

Rickey Johnson, Jr

Krum,TX

Summary

With a background in risk management and safety compliance, I possess a strong record of accomplishment in business development and operational excellence. Following my retirement from public service in 2024, I now offer my expertise as a consultant, providing guidance to organizations on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency. Throughout my career, I have successfully established and sold businesses specializing in the maintenance and compliance of protective equipment. As a current voting member of the NFPA committee, I am recognized for my contribution in shaping workplace safety policies and best practices. My primary focus is on guiding organizations through training, speaking engagements, and strategic consulting to enhance their safety and compliance programs.

Work History

Captain

Town of Addison Fire Department
09.1999 - 11.2024
  • Led emergency response and recovery operations, overseeing up to 18 firefighters during local fire, medical, and disaster incidents
  • Served in an Incident Command role for local emergency and recovery efforts, ensuring coordinated response and resource allocation
  • Conducted post-incident assessments to improve response strategies, reduce risks, and enhance recovery planning
  • Worked with local, state, and federal agencies to implement emergency preparedness and recovery initiatives
  • Provided data-driven reports to municipal leaders on emergency incidents, recovery efforts, and risk mitigation strategies


CEO & Founder

Gear Cleaning Solutions
04.2006 - 10.2024
  • Built and led a compliance-driven business, ensuring firefighter PPE met NFPA safety standards and OSHA regulations
  • Spearheaded risk management initiatives to reduce firefighter exposure to carcinogens and hazardous materials
  • Provided consultation and training on post-incident decontamination procedures and recovery planning for fire departments nationwide
  • Analyzed safety data to create compliance strategies that improved workplace and operational safety
  • Engaged with government agencies, municipalities, and emergency response teams to ensure compliance with national safety and recovery protocols

Education

Master of Legal Studies - Business Law, Contracts, and Risk Analysis

Texas A&M Law
College Station, TX
01.2023 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Arts & Applied Sciences - Business Administration

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
09.2021 - 05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine (Paramedic)

North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX
01.1996 - 05.2025

Skills

  • Risk Management & Mitigation
  • Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, NFPA, etc)
  • Safety & Emergency Response Planning
  • Contract Negotiation & Business Law
  • Firefighter PPE Maintenance & Compliance
  • Business Strategy & Development
  • Operational Efficiency & Process Optimization
  • Quality Assurance & Control
  • Workplace Safety Training & Implementing
  • Public Speaking

Certification

  • FEMA ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800
  • FEMA IS-00242, IS-00240a, IS-00907, IS-00200a
  • Department of Justice's Office for State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support - Terrorism Awareness
  • Department of Health Services Licensed Paramedic
  • National Fire Academy Incident Safety Officer
  • NFPA 1851 PPE Compliance & Risk Management
  • Incident Command System (ICS) Training
  • Emergency Medical Hazmat Operations for CBRNE Incidents
  • Department of Homeland Security WMD Response (100)
  • Department of Homeland Security EMD Incident Management / Unified Command
  • Business Law & Compliance GR Certificate

Timeline

Master of Legal Studies - Business Law, Contracts, and Risk Analysis

Texas A&M Law
01.2023 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Arts & Applied Sciences - Business Administration

University of North Texas
09.2021 - 05.2023

CEO & Founder

Gear Cleaning Solutions
04.2006 - 10.2024

Captain

Town of Addison Fire Department
09.1999 - 11.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine (Paramedic)

North Central Texas College
01.1996 - 05.2025
Rickey Johnson, Jr