Roderick McElwain
Columbus,OH
Summary
At Dayton Fire Department, excelled as a Fire Fighter / Paramedic, showcasing leadership and structural firefighting prowess. Mentored peers, enhanced skills through training, and significantly contributed to community safety. Expert in equipment operation and public safety education, demonstrating exceptional public speaking and strategic decision-making abilities. Reliable Firefighter touting 22 years responding to emergency calls. Knowledgeable resource for promoting fire safety via talks and advice. Promoting exemplary skills in performing practice drills, inspecting fire equipment and mentoring others.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter / Paramedic
Dayton Fire Department
08.2002 - Current
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastmoor Academy
Columbus, OHFire Service Training
Northwest Career Center
Columbus, OHFire Protection Management
Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute
New Orleans, LASkills
- Public speaking abilities
- Leadership Qualities
- Structural Firefighting Strategies
- Report Preparation
- Equipment Demonstration
- Student Mentoring
Certification
Ohio Fire Instructor and Ifsca holder
Ohio Fire Fighter
Ohio Fire Inspector
Ohio Paramedic
Timeline
Fire Fighter / Paramedic
Dayton Fire Department
08.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Eastmoor Academy
Fire Service Training
Northwest Career Center
Fire Protection Management
Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute
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