Robert Elrod
Anderson,South Carolina
Summary
A Chaplain willing to handle clerical duties, assist others with spiritual needs and apply faith-based crisis intervention techniques to emergency situations. Pragmatic Chaplain Assistant skilled helping many individuals simultaneously in fast-paced environments while remaining calm and composed. Smart individual dedicated to working with emotional needs of others. Offering empathy, patience and commitment to keeping information confidential.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Anderson County Fire Chaplain 1
Anderson County Fire HQ
01.2021 - Current
- To give comfort and spiritual encouragement when needed, to assist the Corner's Office with Death Notification when called upon
- To visit any firefighter or their family when in the hospital, Also when requested by anyone in our community Chaplains will assist or find a suitable solution for there needs
- Do debriefings when requested by the Fire Department
- Lend a car when its needed, if some needs it
- Part of the South Carolina FAST.
Hazmat Technician / HMT 34
Anderson County Hazmat Team
01.2015 - Current
- Identify, remove, pack and dispose of hazardous materials, including fuel leaks, radioactive materials or contaminated soil
- Specialized training and certifications in Hazardous material handling, we also assist LEO when requested to monitor air quality and test samples for them as well.
R-4 Training/Assistant Search and Rescue Coordinator / Dive Tinder Lead
Anderson County Tech Rescue Team
01.2015 - Current
- Search and Rescue is the search for and provision of aid to people who are in distress or imminent danger
- Confined space, high angle, low angle, swift water and Dive Tinder Lead for the Divers during a water rescue or recovery
- Also have deployed to the coast during a natural disaster and other parts of the State when needed
- Been in the Command Post during several of these activations.
Fire Fighter/ First Responder
Center Rock Fire Department
01.2014 - Current
- To protect citizens during emergencies, Extinguish fires, Execute rescues.
- Minimizes fire damage by responding to alarms, driving and operating equipment, regulating water pressure, combating and extinguishing fires, and rescuing and reviving patients
- We open and maintain airway, ventilating patients, administer CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), we provide Emergency Medical care of simple and multiple system trauma such as: control hemorrhage, bandaging a wound, manually stabilizing injured extremities, TECC (Tactical Emergency Casualty Care) Pack deep wounds and use the CAT tourniquet in the correct way to apply and store.
EMT-Basic
Medshore Ambulance Service
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
- Provided compassionate care for diverse populations including children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and individuals with special needs during medical emergencies.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions during emergency situations.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
- Increased patient satisfaction by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and clear communication during medical emergencies.
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
- Ensured scene safety by quickly evaluating potential hazards and taking appropriate precautions to protect patients, bystanders, and team members.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Enhanced teamwork efficiency by effectively collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and police officers in high-stress environments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment within EMS team by fostering good relationships with colleagues and demonstrating dedication to continuous improvement in patient care practices.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic situations by incorporating critical thinking skills and decisive actions when faced with rapidly changing conditions or new information about patients'' needs.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Reduced response times by maintaining a well-organized ambulance stocked with necessary supplies for various emergency scenarios.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while documenting sensitive information regarding patients'' medical histories or treatment plans as per HIPAA regulations.
- Dressed and cleaned wounds, administered medications and performed other duties as needed.
- Maintained professional competence through ongoing education, training sessions, and skills evaluations to deliver the highest quality patient care possible.
- Mitigated risks related to infectious diseases by adhering to strict infection control procedures during patient assessment, treatment, and transport.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for ambulance supplies while ensuring timely replacement of expired or damaged items as needed for optimal preparedness during emergencies.
- Performed life-saving procedures such as CPR or defibrillation when necessary to stabilize patients before transport to hospitals for further treatment.
- Responded to calls swiftly, providing life-saving interventions.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct by consistently upholding the values and professional standards outlined in the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Code of Ethics.
- Streamlined processes within the EMT team by initiating effective communication channels for better coordination between EMS professionals on scene.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
Logistics Supervisor/Driver
Medshore Ambulance Service
01.2016 - 01.2018
- In charge of 5 full time and 3 part time employees, Order supplies to restock each Ambulance daily and nightly making sure they are in compliance with state DHEC
- Make sure the BLS and ALS equipment bags are stocked and ready to go the next shift, Clean and Decon the Ambulance when needed, make a Schedule monitor times to insure we run under payroll
- Inventory all facilities for equipment to be maintained at its highest readiness possible
- Assist with Calls when they are abundant, take patients back and forth to appointments and to the ER when necessary.
FSR (Field Service Rep) M-ATV
Oshkosh Defense Contractor
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Assisted in Training on the M-ATV (Mine Resistant Ambush protected Vehicle), to the United States Army and Marine Personnel in Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan
- In the classroom and outside with hands on to ensure All personnel know 100% of the M-ATV they are about to drive through the very rigorous course
- Was also embedded with the Marines Unit CLB2, CLB4, CLB6 (Combat Logistic Battalion) in which I was responsible for teaching hands on Maintenance and rebuilds
- We maintained a readiness level of 98.7% during the several years I was there
- Sent nightly reports of the current days completed assignments as well as a Monthly reports to our supervisor and to Oshkosh Defense themselves
- Ordered Parts for the deadline vehicles, as well as run the scanner to insure all systems were in good shape
- Also rebuilt a M-ATV from the ground up, in theater, once we got all parts in to accomplish this task.
Lead Maintenance Technician/Shop Foreman
RaAli Corp
01.2009 - 01.2010
- U.S
- Military up-armored vehicle technician supporting MNC-I/MNF-I unit maintenance inspections and repairs on over 290 up-armored vehicles
- Management of 20 contracted vehicle technicians in accordance to U.S
- DOD regulations and the daily, weekly, & monthly reporting to the Up-Armored TWV Program Manager of MNC-I/MNF-I
- Sustaining and managing the recorded, work flow scheduled and unscheduled services log
- Set-up and managed shift work schedule in consideration to staff of technicans' specialty and strengths
- Duties included oversight, management, reporting, training, and involvement in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services/repairs, troubleshooting components and systems, diagnosing and ordering parts in accordance MIL-STDs and Technical Manuals on Light, Medium, and Heavy Wheeled Vehicles
- Vehicles maintained include, but are not limited to RG33 and IMG Max Pro Plus-Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles (MRAP), M998-M1114-M1152; High Mobility Multi-Purpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV),M105; 1.5 ton and M101 3/4 ton trailers; Light Medium Tactical Vehicles M1078-M1078A1 (LMTV); Palletized Load System M1074 (PLS),Material Handling Equipment (MHE); Rough Terrain Forklifts (RTFL); and M10A and M4K and M915 Line haul Tractors with M872 flatbed trailers
- Responsible for maintaining wheel vehicle systems including but not limited to: compression ignition fuel injection systems, air intake systems, liquid cooling systems, power assisted brake systems, exhaust systems, air brake systems, all lubricated points and systems, vehicle suspension systems, vehicle geared hub assemblies, vehicle mechanical (manual) and power steering systems, vehicle crane/ hoist/winch assemblies, and various hydraulic and electrical systems
- Assigned and tasked in-theatre fabricated solutions per request of the government customer and to meet Modification of Work Orders (MOW) in accordance with TACOM Safety of Use Messages.
Shop Foreman
Welborn Tire & Automotive
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Supervised and provided technical guidance to Mechanics and customers alike in accomplishment of Job to be preformed
- Directed all production, quality assurance, and quality control (QA/QC) for customers Vehicles
- Provided guidance on processes and procedures necessary to eliminate workflow problems and to prioritize their order of importance
- Distributed maintenance, logistics, and safety information to coordinate maintenance assistance with other organizations
- Managed the daily workflow of job assignments and was accountable for the production man-hours for 12 Employees; calculated commission for each employee daily
- Responsible for maintaining 100% of Inventory (valued in excess of $1 million) & Reorder Stock
- Forecasted requirements 6-12 months out
- Identified funding requirements
- Supervised or personally: ordered stock, verified receipt, off-loaded and positioned stock, conducted semi-annual inventories, investigated overages and shortages, complied with OSHA requirements and quality assurance standards
- Enforced maintenance policy requirements, safety, housekeeping rules, and the proper disposal of hazardous materials through an environmental program I designed and implemented
- Proficient in using Microsoft applications (word, excel and power point) also ILAP, LIW and Parts Tracker
- Opened and closed the Shop each day
- Provided customer service
- Supervised and/or personally performed work in areas of vehicle suspensions, brake systems, heating & A/C, diagnosed operability problems, electrical system, alignments, and scan tools
- Utilized Alldata pro and Identifix code services.
Mechanic
Bargain Tire
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Conducted maintenance, preventive maintenance & repairs on privately owned vehicles
- Vehicle suspensions, brake systems, heating and A/C, diagnosed operational problems, and electrical systems
- Alignments, Scan tools, Alldata pro, Identifix code services.
Lead Mechanic/Assistant Manger
Western Auto
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Preventive Maintenance & repairs on a Wide Range of Personal owned vehicles
- Conducted inventories of shop equipment and Supplies and reordered stock
- Identified short and long-range equipment and supplies and associated costs
- Ordered stock, verified receipt, off-loaded and positioned stock, conducted semi-annual inventories, investigated overages and shortages, complied with OSHA requirements and quality assurance standards
- Trained new Mechanics and supervised a team of 5 Mechanics
- Provided face-to-face customer service
- Supervised and/or personally performed work in areas of vehicle suspensions, brake systems, heating & A/C, diagnosed operability problems, electrical system, alignments and scan tools
- Utilized Alldata pro and Identifix code services.
Platoon SGT/ALSE NCO
United States Army
01.1984 - 01.1994
- Supervised seven separate maintenance personnel, monitoring and auditing current procedures and practices in place to accomplish project objectives
- Enforced quality control/safety programs to communicate scope and limitations of various categories of maintenance applications to the contract unit
- Liaised with subordinate supervisors to coordinate project activities, modifying approach as needed to ensure project objectives were met
- Reviewed and analyzed reports, records, and directives, obtaining data for planning work site activities such as new project commitments
- Identified problems and conducted various maintenance activities, such as fault location/troubleshooting and removal and installation
- Prepared job and parts estimates and equipment recommendations on recurring issues as required
- Provided direct support and general support (DS/GS) and organizational maintenance on various types of mechanical and electrical military equipment
- Restructured, planned, and organized the layout of maintenance shops, inventory and storage facilities
- Supervised production and quality control
- Evaluated work performance and training requirements of seven subordinates and seven Aircraft to maintain 100% readiness at all times
- Developed recommendations on maintenance issues and requirements based on daily deadline reports to ensure proper actions taken to expedite repairs
- Responsible for maintaining 100% of inventory, budget forecasts for stock and equipment and reordering stock
- Forecasted requirements 6-12 months out
- Identified funding requirements and included in semi-annual and annual budget reports
- Supervised or personally: ordered stock, verified receipt, off-loaded and positioned stock, conducted semi-annual inventories, investigated overages and shortages, complied with OSHA requirements and quality assurance standards
- Performed maintenance tasks: serviced, maintained, repaired, replaced, adjusted and tested all essential components, systems and items on the Aircraft as well as personal equipment for the Pilots.
Education
College of Southern Nevada
Austin Peay University
International Correspondence Schools
International Correspondence Schools
EMT Certification - EMT
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC04.2023
Pastoral Crisis Intervention I & II -
UMBC Training Center
08.2022
International Conference of Police Chaplains 12 Basic Course -
South Carolina Public Safety Chaplains Ass.
05.2022
Chaplaincy & Law -
South Carolina Fire Academy
12.2021
Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy -
South Carolina Fire Academy
08.2021
Chaplaincy Training -
International Fellowship of Chaplains
09.2009
MRAP (BAE RG33 CAT II), Maintenance Course -
TACOM
09.2009
Section 609 Automotive AC certification -
On-Line Course
08.2007
Automotive Course -
ESCO Institute, Mount Prospect, Illinois
06.1994
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B20) -
Department of the Army
04.1994
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B20) -
Department of the Army
04.1994
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B10) -
Department of the Army
10.1992
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B10) -
Department of the Army
10.1992
Emergency Medical Technician -
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.1992
NBC Officer/NCO Defense Course -
Department of the Army
05.1991
NBC Officer/NCO Defense Course -
Department of the Army
05.1991
Aviation Life Support Tech Course -
Department of the Army
11.1990
Aviation Life Support Tech Course -
Department of the Army
11.1990
Primary Leadership Development Course -
Department of the Army
05.1990
Primary Leadership Development Course -
Department of the Army
05.1990
Automotive Mechanics Course (Diploma) -
Scranton, PA
03.1990
Automotive Mechanics Course (Diploma) -
Scranton, PA
03.1990
OH-58 Helicopter Repair Course -
Ft Rucker, Alabama
10.1989
OH-58 Helicopter Repair Course -
Ft Rucker, Alabama
10.1989
Hazardous Material Handling Course -
Ft. Jackson, SC
11.1987
Hazardous Material Handling Course -
Ft. Jackson, SC
11.1987
Skills
- Interfaith understanding
- Grief support
- Spiritual care
- Records Management
- Wedding Officiating
- Data Entry
- Funeral officiating
- Effective Communication
- Mental health awareness
- Prayer leadership
- Spiritual Guidance
- Individual Counseling
- Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Community Service
- Active Listening
- Teaching
- Leadership Development
- Professionalism
- Crisis Management
- Volunteer Management
- Professional Demeanor
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Scene Safety
- Airway Management
- Bleeding control
- Continuing education
- Pediatric Care
- Spinal Immobilization
- Fracture Stabilization
- Diabetic Emergencies
- Stroke Recognition
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Burn Treatment
- Allergic Reactions
- Respiratory Distress
- Poisoning Response
- Patient Lifting
- Basic Life Support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient Assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient evaluations
- CPR and First Aid
- Patient Transport
- Pre-hospital Care
- Emergency Management
- Safe Driving
- Direct Patient Care
- Condition Assessment
- Ambulance driving
- Patient Management
- Supply Restocking
- Patient Stabilization
- Patient Triage
- Accident response
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Medical Records Management
- CPR/AED
- First Aid
- Treatment Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Patient Immobilization
- Communication Equipment Operation
- Medical equipment usage
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Medical Supply Replenishment
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Ambulance Decontamination
- Equipment Transport
- Oxygen Equipment
- Medical History Recording
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Emotional Support
- Patient Positioning
- Cardiac Defibrillation
- Adult Laryngoscopes
Security Clearance
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Timeline
EMT-Basic
Medshore Ambulance Service
12.2022 - 01.2024
Anderson County Fire Chaplain 1
Anderson County Fire HQ
01.2021 - Current
Logistics Supervisor/Driver
Medshore Ambulance Service
01.2016 - 01.2018
Hazmat Technician / HMT 34
Anderson County Hazmat Team
01.2015 - Current
R-4 Training/Assistant Search and Rescue Coordinator / Dive Tinder Lead
Anderson County Tech Rescue Team
01.2015 - Current
Fire Fighter/ First Responder
Center Rock Fire Department
01.2014 - Current
FSR (Field Service Rep) M-ATV
Oshkosh Defense Contractor
01.2009 - 01.2013
Lead Maintenance Technician/Shop Foreman
RaAli Corp
01.2009 - 01.2010
Shop Foreman
Welborn Tire & Automotive
01.2001 - 01.2009
Mechanic
Bargain Tire
01.1999 - 01.2001
Lead Mechanic/Assistant Manger
Western Auto
01.1994 - 01.1999
Platoon SGT/ALSE NCO
United States Army
01.1984 - 01.1994
College of Southern Nevada
Austin Peay University
International Correspondence Schools
International Correspondence Schools
EMT Certification - EMT
Tri-County Technical College
Pastoral Crisis Intervention I & II -
UMBC Training Center
International Conference of Police Chaplains 12 Basic Course -
South Carolina Public Safety Chaplains Ass.
Chaplaincy & Law -
South Carolina Fire Academy
Essentials of Fire Chaplaincy -
South Carolina Fire Academy
Chaplaincy Training -
International Fellowship of Chaplains
MRAP (BAE RG33 CAT II), Maintenance Course -
TACOM
Section 609 Automotive AC certification -
On-Line Course
Automotive Course -
ESCO Institute, Mount Prospect, Illinois
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B20) -
Department of the Army
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B20) -
Department of the Army
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B10) -
Department of the Army
Personnel Administration Specialist (75B10) -
Department of the Army
Emergency Medical Technician -
Las Vegas, Nevada
NBC Officer/NCO Defense Course -
Department of the Army
NBC Officer/NCO Defense Course -
Department of the Army
Aviation Life Support Tech Course -
Department of the Army
Aviation Life Support Tech Course -
Department of the Army
Primary Leadership Development Course -
Department of the Army
Primary Leadership Development Course -
Department of the Army
Automotive Mechanics Course (Diploma) -
Scranton, PA
Automotive Mechanics Course (Diploma) -
Scranton, PA
OH-58 Helicopter Repair Course -
Ft Rucker, Alabama
OH-58 Helicopter Repair Course -
Ft Rucker, Alabama
Hazardous Material Handling Course -
Ft. Jackson, SC
Hazardous Material Handling Course -
Ft. Jackson, SC
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