Todd Kahney
Montgomery,TX
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Rescue Specialist/EMT with a strong background in firefighting, technical rescue, and emergency medical services, seeking a challenging position as a Safety Officer with Texas A&M Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue. Committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of rescue personnel and the public during emergency response operations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Captain Technical Rescue
City Of Houston Fire Department
Houston, TX
03.1993 - Current
Experience: City of Houston Fire Department Senior Captain Technical Rescue Coordinator, Nov. 2023 - Present Captain Technical Rescue Coordinator, Feb. 2020 – Nov. 2023 Captain Technical Rescue 42-A, Jan. 2010 – Feb. 2020 Captain 51-D, Jan. 2009 – Jan. 2010 Captain Technical Rescue Coordinator, Feb. 2008 – Jan. 2009 Captain, Feb. 2008 Heavy Rescue 11-A, June 2006 – Jan. 2008 Haz-Mat 22-C, April 2003 – June 2006 Ambulance 82-A, Sept. 2003 – April 2003 Engineer/Operator, June 2002 Rescue 11-B, April 1997 – June 2002 Station 51-D, March 1993 – April 1997 **Texas A&M Task Force 1 Urban Search & Rescue:** Rescue Specialist, White Team, January 1998 – Present
Education
Certifications
Associates Degree in Fire Protection -
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX1992
EMT Certification -
Cooke County College
Gainesville, TX1991
Basic Firefighter Certification -
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX1991
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Strategic leadership
- Team Management
- Safety Management
- Operational planning
- Training facilitation
- Staff Development
- Problem Analysis
- Documentation skills
- Crew Management
- Safety Regulations
- Emergency Response
Timeline
Senior Captain Technical Rescue
City Of Houston Fire Department
03.1993 - Current
Certifications
Associates Degree in Fire Protection -
San Jacinto College District
EMT Certification -
Cooke County College
Basic Firefighter Certification -
Lamar University