RYAN P. O’GRADY
Overland Park
Summary
Mr. O’Grady is a self-directed, qualified professional with over 15 years of career and experience in working within Fire Emergency Services. He is a certified and trained professional with extensive knowledge of safety procedures, applicable codes and firefighting techniques. Mr. O’Grady is a worker who is ready to take on all challenges. He has a reputation for integrity, decisiveness, and level headed crisis management. Mr. O’Grady is an excellent communicator both in writing and verbal skills. Mr. O’Grady is successful in working under pressure and adverse conditions while consistently meeting or exceeding performance goals and objectives. Mr. O’Grady is a dedicated employee and is willing to complete whatever task maybe asked of him. He demonstrates loyalty with his co-workers every day he comes to work and gives 100% focus and attention with the various tasks assigned to him. He is an exemplary example of duty; he always preforms his duty to the best of his abilities. Mr. O’Grady shows respect by treating others the way he would like to be treated. He proves selfless service by putting the communities he’s protecting before his own. He continues to do what’s right in every situation by demonstrating his integrity. Mr. O’Grady displays his personal courage by facing adversity and danger with the highly stressful career of firefighting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Ft. Leavenworth
Leavenworth, Kansas, USA
07.2016 - Current
- Promoted to Lieutenant, tested against 5 of my peers and was awarded a promotion to the rank of Lieutenant.
- Led the response of emergencies as Captain in 11 incidents, meticulously drafting reports with zero errors.
- Logged 100 24-hour duty rotations, accumulating a total of 2,400 hours driven.
- Functioned as Crew Chief for 28 Commanding Officer assignments, amassing 672 hours of leadership experience.
- Since attaining the role of Lieutenant I have commanded 51 times as a Crew Chief.
- Attained membership in the prestigious 1000 Pound Club and earned recognition with a commemorative t-shirt.
- Performed tasks at a firefighter level, while completing the required certifications to be promoted from a GS-5 to a GS-7 within the allotted time allowed to obtain EMT and Aerial certifications.
- Responded to emergency situations performing as a driver/operator of the pumper and aerial apparatuses.
- Utilized skills as a fireman to complete tasks on the fire ground and ensure maximum safety and effective operations for structural emergencies.
- Accomplished in the field emergency medical services (EMS) for a multitude of emergencies ranging from performing CPR to conducting initial and on-going assessments and physical examinations of injured parties.
- Completed a car seat installation course to better serve the community ensuring car seats were properly installed and helped insure community wide safety knowledge for parents on post. Helped install over 20 car seats in 2 years as a technician.
- As part of the Vehicle Maintenance Program within Group 6, I had the opportunity to contribute to the development of an innovative lesson plan for the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Academy.
- During a hazardous materials incident at the post office involving a suspicious package, I played a pivotal role in coordinating the response. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, I recommended utilizing the Ragaku, a specialized tool, to expedite the process and ensure the safety of personnel and the public.
- In my role as a leader within the fire department, I had the privilege of organizing and leading a comprehensive Fire Safety Merit Badge safety briefing and tour of our fire station for a Boy Scout troop. Recognizing the importance of providing clear and accessible information, I took the initiative to develop a detailed training sheet that covered all the essential knowledge required for the scouts to earn their Fire Merit Badge.
- Amidst the intensity of two separate Mutual Aid Fires, I took on the crucial role of crewing the Tanker, ensuring the safety of both my team and the vehicle itself. With precision and vigilance, I guided the crew through challenging situations, prioritizing safety protocols and effective coordination.
- Ran multiple CPR calls. Primary patient care on both, helping and coordinating expert CPR was given.
- Managed a situation where high school students had ingested D-8 THC gummies, ensuring their safety and providing appropriate care.
- Led the crew as the chief responder to a medical call at 136 Stillwell Ave., coordinating the team's efforts and providing expert medical assistance to the patient in need.
- Responded to a CO detector alarm on 9th Cav Ct., where readings were dangerously high. Successfully rescued 2 dogs and 1 male patient who was asleep in the affected house.
Firefighter/Driver Operator
Ali Al Salem Air Base
Kuwait City, Kuwait
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Responded to emergencies performing as a hand lineman through Crew Chief on assigned crash and structural vehicles.
- Administer emergency medical care at the basic life support level to access and stabilize the patient.
- Knowledgeable in suppression and attack operations including direct and in-direct methods.
- Utilize positive pressure ventilation mode of attack for offensive and defensive operations.
- Extensive knowledge of aircraft firefighting techniques and procedures applying AFFF and other extinguishing agents.
- Create rescue paths enabling access to the cockpit to safety the ejection seats and weapons.
Firefighter/Driver Operator
Randolph Fire Emergency Services
Randolph AFB, TX, USA
01.2009 - 07.2014
- Assigned as driver operator for firefighting vehicles engaged in structural firefighting, rescue, and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Operations.
- Assisted in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards and reacting to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials as a first responder.
- Established on scene control procedures including control zones and decontamination.
- Utilized hazardous materials response procedures and equipment.
- Responded as a hazardous material technician to mitigate situational hazards to include WMDs.
- Assisted in training firefighters in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment.
- Performed structural firefighting duties at facilities which may be engaged in the production, storage, and testing of fuels, explosives, gases, or other chemicals and materials.
- Performed noninvasive emergency procedures such as: conducting initial and on-going patient assessment and physical examination; monitored patient's baseline vital signs: performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automatic external defibrillation (AED).
Education
Fire Science Degree -
Community College of the Air Force
Airman Leadership School - undefined
United States Air Force
01.2013
Skills
- Employee Relations
- Leader
- Performance Evaluator
- Training & Mentoring
- Fire Prevention & Enforcement
- Hose Test Manager
- Facility & Equipment Maint
- EMS Functional Area
- Car Seat Technician
- Fire Communication Dispatch
- Vehicle Program
- Military Veteran
- Physical Training Program Leader
- Fitness and agility
- Community relations
- Apparatus inspection
Certification
- P-18
- P-19
- P-26
- P-22
- P-24
- P-19HR
- P-28
- RIV
- Firefighter I, II, 2008-12-12
- Airport Fire Fighting, 2008-12-12
- HAZMAT Operations, 2009-09-18
- HAZMAT Awareness, 2009-09-18
- Emergency Medical Responder, 2016-02-25
- Driver Operator ARFF, 2009-07-01
- Driver Operator Pumper, 2010-04-16
- Driver Operator MWS, 2010-06-11
- Fire Instructor I, 2014-08-25
- Fire Officer I, 2014-12-30
- Fire Inspector I, 2014-01-01
- CPR Instructor Course Certified, 2016-01-06
- Wildland Firefighter I (NWCG FF Type II), 2013-12-31
- Public Telecommunicator I/II, 2009-09-18
- HAZMAT Incident Command, 2022-12-07
Timeline
Firefighter
Ft. Leavenworth
07.2016 - Current
Firefighter/Driver Operator
Ali Al Salem Air Base
07.2014 - 02.2015
Firefighter/Driver Operator
Randolph Fire Emergency Services
01.2009 - 07.2014
Airman Leadership School - undefined
United States Air Force
Fire Science Degree -
Community College of the Air Force
Career Recognition
- Ralph E. Sanborn Award, Randolph AFB
- Outstanding Unit Award, Randolph AFB
- Outstanding Amn awarded firefighter of the month, 2014
- 902d Mission Support Group's Amn of the 2nd Qtr, 2011
- 902nd Junior Enlisted Member of the Quarter, 2009
- Selected 3 years for Randolph Air Force Base Softball Team
- Individual time off Award, 2019-07-17
- Individual cash award, 2020-06-19
- Individual time off Award, 2020-06-20
- Individual time off Award, 2021-05-07
- Individual cash award, 2021-06-10
- Individual time off award, 2021-06-11
- Individual cash award, 2022-06-01
- Individual cash award, 2023-06-14
- Individual cash award, 2024-06-01
Personal Information
Title: Firefighter/Driver Operator, Fire Officer, Military Veteran