Scott Wetherholt
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Veteran Battalion Chief Firefighter with extensive expertise in wildland fire suppression techniques and comprehensive knowledge of department policies and procedures. Seeking a role to utilize safety management skills in a team that prioritizes excellence in construction operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Chief
Cal Fire RRU
06.2020 - Current
- Improved emergency response times by developing and implementing streamlined protocols for fire department operations.
- Enhanced firefighter safety through implementation of comprehensive training programs and adherence to strict safety guidelines.
- Managed multiple fire stations effectively, ensuring personnel were properly trained, equipped, and supervised for optimal performance.
- Oversaw successful coordination of inter-agency communication during large-scale incidents, fostering collaboration among various public safety agencies.
Fire Captain Safety Officer
Cal Fire RRU
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Spearheaded fire prevention campaign within the community, reducing property damage and personal injuries from preventable fires.
- Safety standards per IIPP regulations, fostered relationships with OSHA.
- Safety officer for large incidents to ensure Firefighter safety.
- General oversight of 1,500 member Fire Department with constant safety communication, publish safety messages and investigate work related injuries.
Fire Captain
Cal Fire RRU
06.2012 - 06.2019
- Enhanced emergency response efficiency by implementing streamlined communication protocols within the department.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
Firefighter
Cal Fire RRU
06.1998 - 06.2012
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively coordinating with dispatch and other first responders.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA05.1997
Skills
- Staff Scheduling
- Emergency Management
- Community Relations
- Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- Incident Command
- Personnel Management
- Leadership Development
- Risk Assessment
- Public Safety
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision Making
- Policy Implementation
- Site Inspections
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 80 staff members.
- Documented and resolved conflicts which led to increased comradery.
- Used Microsoft Office products to build tracking spreadsheets, scheduling and City budgets.
- Achieved highly trained work force through effectively helping with weekly training.
- Team member on Wildland fire control as a Safety officer, overseeing operations of large scale incidents.
- Safety Officer for the Riverside County Fire Department/CAL FIRE duties included updating IIPP manuals, MSDS compliance, OSHA investigations, Tracking injury trends.
Certification
- Certifications upon request
Timeline
Battalion Chief
Cal Fire RRU
06.2020 - Current
Fire Captain Safety Officer
Cal Fire RRU
06.2019 - 06.2021
Fire Captain
Cal Fire RRU
06.2012 - 06.2019
Firefighter
Cal Fire RRU
06.1998 - 06.2012
Associate of Science - Fire Science
College of The Desert
- Certifications upon request
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