Shawn Holomb
Carriere,MS
Summary
Self-directed Battalion Chief Firefighter with extensive knowledge of modern firefighting equipment and various fire suppression techniques. Experience supervising fire stations and crews. Tactful and courteous when interacting with the community to prevent additional incidents during fire suppression. Communicative, hardworking, and reliable. Taking the initiative in getting tasks accomplished has always been one of my greatest strengths.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Chief
Picayune Fire Department
Picayune, MS
12.1995 - 07.2023
- Successfully managed a team of ten individuals for firefighting operations
- Executed and managed daily tasks
- Efficiently managed and scheduled vacation time while minimizing workflow disruption.
- Ensured the protection and well-being of crew members during fireground operations.
- Ensured equipment readiness at all times
- Ensured completion of tasks delegated by the chief.
Fire Extinguisher Technician
Holcomb's Fire Guard
Carriere, MS
04.2005 - 09.2010
- Managed daily operations of the business, including sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Offered expertise in selling and installing fire extinguishers for various local businesses.
- Provided maintenance and refilling services for fire extinguishers in various establishments.
Education
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MSSkills
- Facility and equipment maintenance
- Technical knowledge
- Fire prevention
- Community Relations
- Personnel Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Hazardous Materials
- Public Safety
- Operational Efficiency
Accomplishments
- During my career I was awarded the honor of Fire Fighter of the Year and also received the Chief's Accommodation for graduating at the top of the class in EMT school.
Certification
- Fire Fighter 1001-I-II
- Haz-Mat Basic Concepts (12 hours)
- Preparing For Incident Command (12 hours)
- Fire Apparatus Driver Operator (80 hours)
- Hazardous Materials Technician I (45 hours)
- Emergency Response To Terrorism: Basic Concepts (16 hours)
- Hazardous Materials Technician II (45 hours)
- Basic Rope Rescue Module 1 (12 hours)
- Automobile Extrication (12 hours)
- Fire Service Instructor 1041 - I
- National Incident Management System ICS 300
- National Incident Management System ICS 400
- Fire Officer 1021 - I - II (80 Hours)
- Fire Investigator 1033 (80 Hours)
- Public Safety WMD Response - Sampling Techniques and Guidelines - Performance Level (24 hours)
- Emergency Response to Terrorism (16 hours)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire Extinguisher Technician
Holcomb's Fire Guard
04.2005 - 09.2010
Battalion Chief
Picayune Fire Department
12.1995 - 07.2023
Pearl River Community College
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