Steven R. Kamp
Akron
Summary
Dynamic Fire Chief with extensive experience at Granger Township Fire Department with background in coordinating emergency services and managing firefighting teams. Demonstrated knowledge in strategic planning, risk assessment, and safety protocols compliance. Skilled in operational efficiency enhancement, team leadership, and inter agency coordination. Excels in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making. Proven track record of improving response times and implementing valuable training programs for staff development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Chief
Granger Township Fire Department
Medina
03.2016 - Current
- Oversaw department operations as fire chief, delivered effective service
- Managed yearly budget, aligning resources with departmental goals
- Prepared annual budget, facilitating strategic financial planning
- Manage day to day operations
- Promote Fire Officers
- Fire inspections/Fire suppression/Patient Care
- Fire and EMS trainings
- New employee mentoring
- Supervising employees
- New building pre-plan review
- Design and purchase new med units and fire trucks
Fire Medic
Bath Fire Department
01.1999 - Current
- Administered patient care to support health and recovery.
- Implemented fire suppression strategies to protect life and property.
- Supervised shift operations to enhance team efficiency and maintain safety standards.
- Conducted fire safety inspections to verify compliance with regulations and enhance community safety.
- Fire/EMS Training Instructor
- Service and repair MSA SCBA air packs
- Participated in vehicle maintenance program to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Maintain and assign portable and mobile radios
- Prepare specifications for new apparatus
Fire-Medic
Richfield Fire Department
03.2009 - 01.2021
- Fire suppression/Patient Care
- Performed SCBA maintenance and testing to ensure operational readiness
- Supported vehicle maintenance to maintain fleet reliability and safety
Landscaper
TerraScape, Ltd.
05.2001 - 01.2019
- Managed crew to execute landscaping tasks efficiently and meet project deadlines.
- Prepared job estimates to provide accurate cost projections for clients.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and product selections to enhance satisfaction.
- Cleared snow from driveways and sidewalks during winter storms to ensure safe access for residents.
- Equipment maintenance
Fire-Medic
Valley Fire District
12.2003 - 01.2012
- Executed fire suppression tactics to ensure safety and minimize damage during emergency incidents
- Provided patient care in clinical setting, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards
- Reviewed EMS reports for thoroughness and correctness under Captain supervision
Education
Paramedic Program -
Parma General Comm. Hospital
Parma Hospital12-2004
EMT-Basic -
Akron General Medical Center
Akron, OH10-2000
High School graduate -
Revere High School
Bath, OH06-1998
Diesel Mechanics Program -
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
Brecksville, OH05-1998
Skills
- Fire suppression
- Emergency medical services
- Fire inspections
- Incident command
- Emergency response procedures
- Operational leadership
- Staff supervision
- Training program development
- Budget management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Communication
- Staff development
Certification
- Firefighter I, 01/01/99
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, 01/01/00
- Dive Rescue I, 01/01/04
- Paramedic, 01/01/05
- Firefighter II, 01/01/05
- HazMat Awareness, 01/01/06
- NIMS 200, 01/01/06
- NIMS 300, 01/01/08
- Fire Safety Inspector, 01/01/09
- Fire Officer I, 01/01/10
- NIMS 700, 01/01/10
- Incident Safety Officer, 01/01/16
- Emergency Vehicle Driving Instructor, 01/01/17
- Fire Officer II, 01/01/21
- Fire/EMS Instructor II, 01/01/25
- NIMS 100, 01/01/25
- Live Fire Instructor, 01/01/26
- Incident Command Class, 01/01/26
Timeline
Fire Chief
Granger Township Fire Department
03.2016 - Current
Fire-Medic
Richfield Fire Department
03.2009 - 01.2021
Fire-Medic
Valley Fire District
12.2003 - 01.2012
Landscaper
TerraScape, Ltd.
05.2001 - 01.2019
Fire Medic
Bath Fire Department
01.1999 - Current
Paramedic Program -
Parma General Comm. Hospital
EMT-Basic -
Akron General Medical Center
High School graduate -
Revere High School
Diesel Mechanics Program -
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center