Utilize both gas, diesel, electric and battery powered equipment
Mow grass, edging, hedging
Utilize backpack and tow behind sprayers to rid of weeds or insects
Operate manual and gas, electric or battery powered hand tools
Department Chief
Hughesville Volunteer Fire and EMS Department
02.1987 - Current
Develop yearly budget for apparatus, equipment and building needs for continued safe and effective daily operations
Establish protocols within the department and maintain high morale
Manage and supervise 90 members who are either operational or administrative members
Continually update and forecast the needs of our department both monetary and capital purchases
Continue to update operating guidelines, rules, regulations and policies for my department along with the County Standard Operating Guidelines to ensure safe working environments, both while on emergency incidents and at the station
Operate all apparatus assigned to the Hughesville station
Education of the public on Fire/EMS Safety Practices
Oversee the departments response to Fire/EMS/Rescue related emergencies, ensuring members follow adopted guidelines and safety measures
Perform Fire Prevention Education to the public
Master Apparatus Technician
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department
04.2007 - 12.2024
Company Overview: Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department – Fairfax, VA
Knowledge and experience working with procurement activities, such as creating and approving purchase requests for material ordering and service support contracts within Fairfax County
Utilized a Fairfax County Government credit card to execute any urgent or immediately needed training materials while conducting various training exercises and providing proper documentation after the purchase was made
Direct knowledge of business rules and procedures regarding acquisition of all general equipment property and consumable materials for multiple organization within Fairfax County
Direct knowledge of working in the Fairfax County Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tool for budget management
Assigned as project lead on all station training, to include probationary firefighter training and drivers training
Assigned to utilize the Fairfax County enterprise resource planning software system to manage procurement plans, budgeting, material ordering and inventory accuracy while managing all area training for over 50 firefighters
Organize and manage single and multi - company drills by using the resource planning automated system and coordinating the proper resource allocation for the drills
Utilize the County’s enterprise resource planning tool to enter the budget and execute all material purchase requests needed for out of service time mission training requirements
I track all procurements and milestones in the software systems to ensure all missions are met on time and on budget
I have Instructor 2 Level Certification for leading and conducting daily tasking and operations
Driver/Operator of Ladder Truck 410
Operate all equipment assigned to the Truck, hand tools, gas and battery powered tools
A member of DPO (Driver Pump Operator) and ADO (Aerial Driver Operator) training as an instructor at the academy and station level for new and current drivers
In charge of using the enterprise resource planning software system to order all materials and supplies needed for training sessions
A member of FTO (Field Training Officer) to assist at the academy with the live fire training for over 50 fire department personnel in fireground operations
Responsible for shift training and tracking utilizing the County web-based Target Solutions program
Responsible for training new prospective members to operate and drive the ladder truck assigned to my station to emergency incidents and other duties as assigned
Operated a pumper to/from fire and emergency medical services incidents
Performed routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment; maintained vehicle logbook
Enter any and all deficiencies into the County web based 'M-5', vehicle repair system
Trained Firefighters in the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of firefighting and rescue apparatus
Participated in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical service duties
Participated in the physical fitness program
Attended training sessions and participated in drills
Trained any new probationary firefighters that were assigned to our station/shift on all job-related duties
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department – Fairfax, VA
Laborer
Bowling’s Home Improvement
05.1994 - 01.2000
Coordinating and overseeing any changes needed to be performed per owners’ requests or contract
Assisted with plumbing modifications for sinks, dishwashers and refrigerators
Assisted with carpentry modifications
Installation of cabinets and countertops
General painting of interior and exterior of the structures
Demolition of areas in need of repair, such as dry wall, wall studs etc
Assisted with window installs
Utilize a wide array of hand tools, gas powered tools and Battery-operated tools
Ensuring a clean and safe workspace while work is being completed
Firefighter
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department
11.1995 - 05.1999
Company Overview: Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department – Fairfax, VA
Respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents under the supervision of an officer on either an engine company or ladder truck
Respond to emergency medical services incidents on a basic life support ambulance as both the aide and the driver
Participate in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical service duties
Participate in the physical fitness program
Attend training sessions and participated in drills
Operate equipment and tools as part of a firefighter’s responsibility
Back – up driver for engine and Ambulance within probationary year
Responsible for updating and maintaining all street maps for station
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department – Fairfax, VA
Driver/Salesman
Bob Hall Distributing
01.1990 - 01.1995
Driver/Salesman for local distributor of Anheuser Busch products
Ensure a safe and clean vehicle for daily delivery of adult beverages to local stores
Merchandised the product to maximize sales of the beverages being delivered/sold
Collected the monies owed from retailers when the product was delivered and turned into monetary collector upon returning to warehouse
Responsible for returning any unsold product to the warehouse
Maintain a clean and professional appearance at all times while representing the company and Anheuser Busch
Education
Fire and Rescue studies/certifications -
University of Maryland/ Fire Rescue Institute
LaPlata, MD
Leadership and Supervision class -
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, Virginia
01.2002
High School - General Studies
Thomas Stone High School
Waldorf, MD
01.1989
Skills
Customer service
Attention to detail
Structural firefighting
Safe driving practices
Certification
Microsoft PowerPoint Beginner
Microsoft PowerPoint Intermediate
Microsoft Visio
Sim U Share, Incident based simulator software
NFPA Courses: Firefighter I, II, III, Officer I 1021, Officer II 1021, Instructor I 1041, Instructor II 1041, Live Fire in Structures 1403, Driver/Operator of Fire apparatus equipped with a pump 1002-2003, Driver/Operator Aerial 1002-10014, Hazardous Materials for first responders 472
National Association of Safety Professionals Hazmat Incident Command Class
FEMA Courses: IS 001 Emergency Program Manager, IS 015A Special Events Contingency Planning for Public Safety Agencies, IS 022 Are you Ready, a guide to citizen preparedness, ICS100 Introduction to the Incident Command System, IS 195 Basic Incident Command Class, ICS200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents, IS 230 Principles of Emergency Management, IS 241 Decision Making and Problem Solving, IS 242 Effective Communication, IS 244 Developing and Managing Volunteers, IS 275 Role of Emergency Operations center in Community Preparedness, Response and Recovery, IS 362 Multi Hazard Planning for Schools, ICS700 National Incident Management System (NIMS) an Introduction, ICS 701a NIMS Multiagency Coordination System, ICS 702a NIMS Public Education, ICS 703a NIMS Resource Management, ICS 704 NIMS Communications and Information Management, ICS800 National Response Plan (NRP), an Introduction, IS Q0751 Principle of Building Construction, IS Q464 All Hazard NIMS ICS Review for Expanding Incidents, IS Q466 Fundamentals Review for Command and General Staff, IS Q297 Command and Control Decision making at Multiple Alarm Incidents, IS Q318 Fire Service Supervision
University Of Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) Training/Certificates: ICS 300 Incident Command for Operational Responders, ICS 400 Advanced Incident Command for Command and General staff, Rescue Advanced, Rescue Technician, Special Fires, Basic Firefighting Training, Hazardous Materials First Responders, Breathing Apparatus maintenance, Incident Command System, Apparatus Pumps
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department Classes/Virginia Department of Fire Programs: Truck Company Operations School, Saving our Own/MAYDAY class, Conventional Forcible Entry Training, Dynamics of Emergency Vehicle Response, Modern Construction Considerations for Engine Companies, Emergency Vehicle Operator Course – class 3, Emergency Vehicle operator Course – class 4
University of Michigan State online Fire/Hazmat Training: Machinery Rescue Awareness, Incident Command Awareness, Container Inspections, Emergency Team Response Coordinator, Incipient Fire Fighting
Additional Training/Certifications: American Heart Association CPR Certified, Virginia State EMT-B – current, Maryland State EMT-B - current, Second Goal Parent Class, developing Winners through Sports, Maryland State Police Firearms Safety Training Course, Arlington County Fire Department Incident Response to Terrorists Bombings, Maryland State Driver’s License, CDL with Tanker and Triple/Double Endorsements, Current DOT physical, Current American Heart Association CPR
Affiliations
International Association of Firefighters – Local 2068
National Volunteer Fire Council
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Loyal order of the Moose, post 495
National Volunteer Fire Chiefs
Awards
1988/2016 Firefighter of the Year, Hughesville Fire/EMS
2013 Team Performance Award, Fairfax County Fire/Rescue
2010 Team Performance Award, Fairfax County Fire/Rescue
2006 Lifesaving Award, Fairfax County Fire/Rescue
2006 Team Performance Award for placement of new apparatus in service
2013 Bronze Valor Award for Highrise fire with occupants trapped
2002 Team Performance Award for placement of Ladder truck in service
2020 Unit Citation for house fire with occupants trapped
2022 Unit Citation for house fire with occupants trapped
2003 Unit Citation for Garden Apartment fire with people trapped
2020 Unit Citation for child with hand stuck in playground equipment
2016 Safe Merit Driving award 4000 responses without incident, Fairfax County
2002 Shock Trauma lifesaving award
2005 lifesaving award Gilbert Run Park
1987/current numerous other awards/letters of accommodation
Community Service
Hughesville Little League softball coach (past)
Christmas in April in Fairfax County
MDA camp assistant
Current member of Hughesville Volunteer Fire/EMS Department
Fire Department Committees
Fire Apparatus Committee Fairfax County, Research and design the replacement of 4 Ladder trucks, Develop specifications and cost of the replacement vehicles, 2020-2024
Apparatus Committee Chairperson, Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department
Charles County Standard Operating Guideline Chairperson
Co-Chairperson for Tri County Fire Chief Counsel
Building renovation Committee Member, Hughesville Fire/EMS