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STEVEN T. SMILEY

Clarkston

Summary

Steven T. Smiley is a Highly trained professional proficient in equipment, techniques, and tools useful for optimizing any task at hand. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every emergency, period of instruction or current tasking. Resourceful, hardworking, and dependable professional Bringing 5 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services and fire fighting as well as 15 years in the Marine corps with multiple jobs such as Personnel Management, scheduling, Combat Marksmanship Coach, Fire Fighting, Jet Engine Mechanic, Hazardous Materials Expert, Marine Corps Martial arts instructor, Drill Instructor. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. looking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges while utilizing interpersonal skills and excellent time management. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. Organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced with emergency medical response, and hazard assessment. Utilizes effective teamwork and problem-solving skills to ensure public safety. Track record of reliability and adaptability in high-pressure environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Fighter

US Army
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
  • Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
  • Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
  • Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
  • Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.

Hazardous Waste Environmental Compliance Div.

United States Marine Corps
03.2022 - 04.2023
  • Produce required reporting forms such as HW quarterly reports, EDRs, and HQMC reporting
  • Create DD-1348 that includes weight, specific doc numbers, unit price, CLIN numbers, freight classifications, item nomenclatures, type of container, number of containers, EPA waste codes, RQ value, ASD, Federal Supply Classes and appointed signature for the commanding general
  • Review IDW packages (e.g
  • Profiles)
  • Inspect 21 Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA) and maintain checklists and forms
  • Review and understand laboratory analytical test results
  • Profile waste and insert into the DLA system, determined with the SDS or analytical test results
  • Note discrepancies during inspections and reiterate proper procedures to personnel
  • Weigh in waste container being deposed of, mark drum with weight in pounds (marked with a # sign) and Accumulation Start Date (ASD) in (MM-DD-YYYY)
  • Properly label drum with appropriate label and hazard code label
  • Inspect 90 Day Hazardous Waste (HW) facility and maintain cleanliness
  • Removed soil, debris and other materials from spill sites and placed in appropriate containers
  • Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements
  • Audited hazardous waste weekly to assist with pick-up scheduling and maintain necessary safety
  • Prepared containers for long-distance shipping and coordinated transportation with contractors
  • Moved and loaded drums and containers weighing as much as 700 pounds
  • Cleaned up biohazards and industrial waste by carefully following optimal safety protocols
  • Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach
  • Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles
  • Arranged pick-ups, managed documentation and reported quantities of waste to help coordinators make appropriate planning decisions
  • Managed disposal of non-hazardous and special waste materials such as hydroxyzine
  • Maintained inspection-ready manifest documentation for review by supervisor
  • Collected and disposed of hazardous waste produced in businesses across Parris Island south carolina
  • Monitored contaminated area to determine scope of hazard and progress of cleaning efforts against targets
  • Recorded numbers of containers stored at disposal sites, specifying amounts or types of equipment or waste disposed
  • Located and removed radioactive materials, contaminated soil and fuel
  • Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments
  • Operated and maintained hoists and forklifts to move supplies and contaminated materials
  • Cleaned contaminated equipment or areas for reuse using detergents or solvents, sandblasters or steam cleaners
  • Contained dangerous materials on site by building structures or walls to restrict access prior to removal processes
  • Evaluated hazardous conditions to develop successful mitigation strategy and maintain public safety throughout procedures
  • Cleaned mold-contaminated sites by removing damaged porous materials or thoroughly cleaning contaminated nonporous materials
  • Operated power tools, industrial cleaning equipment and sprayers to remove harmful substances from surfaces

Expeditionary Firefighting and Rescue Specialist

United States Marine Corps
07.2014 - 10.2019
  • Successfully completed three training fires as overall safety for H&HS ARFF and MWSS
  • Trained 102 personnel civilian and military for joint inter service training with 42 hours, 180 plus evolutions of training fires on the MAFTD trainer
  • Instructed critical MOS periods of instruction including: response drills, coverage for aircraft flight operations, structural alarm support and mutual aid
  • Operated as incident commander in 17 airfield emergencies that included aircraft emergencies and hazardous materials spills that resulted in zero mishaps or injuries
  • Completed all reports and assigned crews during all operations, held daily inspections on all crews, ensured preventative maintenance on 12 ARFF vehicles and ARFF equipment totaling above 1,704,000
  • Managed and mentored a section of 26 ARFF Marines as well as held performance counseling to all NCOs on section Two
  • Before all training events and daily operations, ensured all ORM and safety standards are completed and held to all ARFF SOP and NFPA regulations
  • Successfully completed 3 training fires as overall safety for H&HS ARFF and 274
  • Conducted 10 training fires with 3 civilian Fire Departments in correlation with 1 mass casualty drill with over 30 participating civilian fire Fighters
  • Instructed critical MOS periods of instruction including: tactical response drills, coverage for aircraft flight operations, structural alarm support and mutual aid per IAW NAVAIR 00-80R-14, NAVMC 3500.114 ARFF, T&R Manual, Marine Corps Training and ARFF SOP
  • Operated as incident commander in 15 airfield emergencies that included aircraft emergencies and hazardous materials spills that resulted in zero mishaps or injuries
  • Completed all reports and assigned crews during all operations held daily inspections on all crews, ensured preventative maintenance on 9 ARFF vehicles and ARFF equipment
  • Managed and mentored a section of 25 ARFF Marines as well as held performance counseling to all NCO's on section Two
  • Before all training events and daily operations, ensured all ORM and safety standards are completed and held to all ARFF SOP and NFPA regulations
  • Successfully completed 4 training fires as staging officer and safety for multiple units including H&HS ARFF, MWSS 274, MWSS 271 and MWSS 272
  • Instructed critical MOS periods of instruction including: tactical response drills, coverage for aircraft flight operations, structural alarm support and mutual aid per IAW NAVAIR 00-80R-14, NAVMC 3500.114 ARFF, T&R Manual, Marine Corps training and the ARFF SOP
  • Operated as incident commander in 6 airfield emergencies that included aircraft emergencies and hazardous materials spills that resulted in zero mishaps or injuries
  • Completed all reports and assigned crews during all operations held daily inspections on all crews, ensured preventative maintenance on 9 ARFF vehicles and ARFF equipment
  • Managed and mentored a section of 27 ARFF Marines as well as held performance counseling to all NCOs on section Two, all to ARFF SOP and USMC standards
  • Before all training events and daily operations are started, ensured all ORM and safety standards are completed and held to all ARFF SOP and NFPA regulations
  • Instructed critical MOS periods of instruction including, tactical response drills, coverage for aircraft flight operations, structural alarm support, and mutual aid
  • Incident Commander for 6 emergency responses that included aircraft emergencies and hazardous materials spills
  • Completed over 40 hrs of instruction and training on MAFTD fires and aircraft firefighting tactics for 31 MCAS New River ARFF Marines, 41 ARFF Marines from MWSS-271 and 16 civilian fire fighters with zero mishaps
  • Completed 2 live training fires with H&HS and 274 ARFF Marines
  • Completed all reports and assigned crews during all operations
  • Ensured the daily, weekly, and monthly checkout were complete as well as maintenance and corrosion control procedures were met
  • Managed and mentored a section of 27 ARFF Marines to ARFF SOP and USMC standards
  • Completed ARFF driver operator, MAFTD tracker trailer operator and hazmat IQ
  • Successfully completed 3 training fires two as overall safety and one as staging officer as well as operated as point man in 5 airfield emergencies that resulted in zero mishaps or injuries
  • Performed duties of section leader and assistant section leader in his/her absence
  • Conducted critical airfield operation checks
  • Instructed critical MOS periods of instruction, including tactical response drills
  • Provided AS32-P19A coverage for aircraft flight operations, structural alarm support, and mutual aid calls at a category three airfield
  • Directed AS32P-19A and assigned crews during normal and emergency operations
  • Ensured the daily, weekly, and monthly checkout, maintenance, and corrosion control cycles was completed on all major emergency response vehicles
  • Employed firefighting equipment and extinguishing materials to rescue victims involved in aircraft crashes and to fight fires in and around aircraft or structure
  • Operating, servicing, inspecting, and testing aircraft firefighting and rescue vehicles, firefighting systems, controls, and rescue equipment; instructing personnel in the technique and procedures of fighting fires and operating heavy equipment to hoist and salvage all types of naval aircraft
  • Searched large aircraft areas to locate potential victims and employed rescue tactics and administer first aid
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition
  • Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines
  • Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots
  • Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents
  • Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel
  • Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks
  • Assessed active fires and consulted with fire chief to devise optimal approach and containment strategies
  • Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents
  • Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness
  • Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies
  • Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes
  • Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances
  • Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies
  • Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic
  • Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles
  • Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active knowledge

Basic Airfield Services

United States Marine Corps
02.2014 - 10.2019
  • Maintained flight and events logs, operations records of incoming and outgoing flights
  • Addressed medical emergencies and flight operation obstacles as both first responder and emergency management leader
  • Conducted departure and arrival briefings
  • Collaborated with maintenance crews and air traffic control to resolve problems and facilitate seamless operations
  • Anticipated aircraft equipment needs for air evacuation and cargo flights
  • Oversaw fueling, cargo management and departure of aircraft at busy category 3 airfield facility with nightly and daily departures and arrivals
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
  • Monitored airfield duties and personnel to make proactive changes to procedures, workflows and task responsibilities to maintain operations targets
  • Managed flight itinerary updates and communicated changes to appropriate air traffic control contacts to optimize movements and protect aircraft
  • Spearheaded personnel safety initiatives to foster safe operating environment for all aircraft operations

Fixed-Wing Aircraft Mechanic, AV-8/TAV-8

United States Marine Corps
04.2010 - 02.2014
  • Able to perform advanced maintenance on aircraft power-plant and related systems in accordance with technical publications and safety standards; identify concepts related to aviation physics and theory; explain the gas turbine engine in terms of propulsion theory, the Brayton cycle and the principles of thrust, explain the concepts of basic electricity and how they apply to aircraft systems; describe the engine lubrication system used in aircraft gas turbine engines; describe the configuration, maintenance, and safety requirements of the fuel system; and identify precision tools, hardware, torque requirements and safety wiring procedures
  • Familiar with the types, components, systems, and operation of gas turbine engines; be familiar with safety procedures and tool control and usage; and perform troubleshooting and general maintenance on turbojet power plants and related systems
  • Knowledge and skills training in the field of Turbojet Powerplant and Related Systems Maintenance and Safety
  • Knowledge to perform as an advanced Turbojet Aircraft Powerplant Aviation Machinists Mate at fleet and shore activities
  • Can perform at the advanced level within Organizational or Intermediate Maintenance Work Centers under all operating conditions
  • Knowledge and skills in Aviation fundamentals
  • Knowledge and skills training to perform in the field of Aircraft Power Plant, Related Systems Maintenance and Safety
  • This knowledge will enable personnel to perform fleet and shore activities
  • Able to perform maintenance on the AV-8B aircraft, fuel system, and power plant on the organizational level
  • Practical exercises, discussion, classroom exercises, laboratory, lecture, and computer-based training
  • Topics include turbojet power plant systems, turbofan engines, thrust augmentation, auxiliary power units, and ground support maintenance procedures
  • Monitored parts department and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis
  • Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance
  • Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts
  • Used leveling compounds and scotch casts to seal parts, assemblies and sub-assemblies
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination
  • Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures
  • Conducted and oversaw safety protocols and flight line foreign object prevention walks
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement
  • Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks
  • Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements
  • Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles
  • Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS
  • Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls
  • Achieved plain captain, CDI, tire and wheel qualification daily and turnaround inspections as well as aircraft launch and catch procedures
  • Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical and oxygen systems
  • Reduced expenditures by repairing systems and minimizing equipment maintenance
  • Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions

Personal Security

Duhadway And Kendal
03.2008 - 02.2009
  • Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials
  • Identified new and innovative approaches to physical security training and executed training to direct and guide physical security staff
  • Applied and shared intelligence with law enforcement to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and in anticipation of threats
  • Identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and recommended solutions and improvements to access control systems and video surveillance systems
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
  • Secured entrances and exits by maintaining physical presence and carefully monitoring CCTV
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment
  • Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior
  • Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets
  • Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns
  • Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues
  • Rendered aid to injured and ill individuals and alerted paramedics for advanced support

Education

Liberal Arts and General Studies -

Oakland County Community Collage
Oakland County, MI
07.2009

High School Diploma -

Clarkston High School
Clarkston, MI
05.2006

Skills

  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Training and Development
  • Critical Thinking
  • Leadership capability
  • Containment Procedures
  • Hazardous Waste and Disposal
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Air Filtration Systems
  • Public Safety
  • Power Saws
  • Safety Practices
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Law Enforcement Collaboration
  • Security Regulation enforcement
  • CPR Certified
  • Problem Identification
  • Fire Response
  • Daily Reports
  • Security Procedure Implementation
  • Security Operation Evaluation
  • Risk System
  • Security Reporting
  • Security Team Coordination
  • Investigation Program Development
  • Fire Department Communication
  • Ground Patrol
  • Hazardous materials handling

Certification

  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Current Secret Security Clearance
  • Microsoft Office Course
  • Fire Department Incident Safety Officer
  • Hazardous Materials Incident Commander
  • Inspector 1
  • Instructor 1
  • Instructor 2
  • Fire Officer 1
  • Airport Firefighter
  • Driver Operator ARFF
  • Firefighter 1
  • Firefighter 2
  • First Responder
  • Basic Emergency Vehicles Operators Course
  • Firefighting Apprentice
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness 2
  • Hazardous Materials Operations
  • Hazardous Materials Operations PPE
  • Hazardous Materials Operations Product Control
  • Telecommunication 1
  • Telecommunication 2
  • Emergency Medical Responder
  • Incident Command System 300
  • Incident Command System 400
  • AV8B 542 Plane Captain
  • AV8B Power-Line Mechanic
  • 40 hr Hazwoper Tech
  • Forklift Operator
  • Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor
  • Senior Drill Instructor Parris Island
  • Combat Life Saver Course
  • Wildland Firefighter Certification - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
  • Driver/Operator Pumper Certification - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).

Timeline

Fire Fighter

US Army
03.2024 - 11.2024

Hazardous Waste Environmental Compliance Div.

United States Marine Corps
03.2022 - 04.2023

Expeditionary Firefighting and Rescue Specialist

United States Marine Corps
07.2014 - 10.2019

Basic Airfield Services

United States Marine Corps
02.2014 - 10.2019

Fixed-Wing Aircraft Mechanic, AV-8/TAV-8

United States Marine Corps
04.2010 - 02.2014

Personal Security

Duhadway And Kendal
03.2008 - 02.2009

High School Diploma -

Clarkston High School

Liberal Arts and General Studies -

Oakland County Community Collage
STEVEN T. SMILEY