Walter Medina
Lindsay,CA
Summary
Professional Crew Boss with over 20 years fire experience
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Boss
U.S. Department Of Forestry
02.2003 - Current
- Conducted performance appraisals of crew members.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Exceeded client expectations by delivering high-quality results through efficient project management and strong leadership skills.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
- Streamlined work processes through the identification of inefficiencies and implementation of best practices in daily operations.
- Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Established a positive work environment by promoting transparency, teamwork, trustworthiness among crew members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for each crew member in order to identify areas for improvement or additional training opportunities.
- Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
- Maximized crew efficiency by assigning tasks based on individual strengths, skills, and experience levels.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Produce Supervisor
Food4Less
12.1993 - 03.2003
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Negotiated with suppliers for favorable prices, terms, quality, and delivery.
- Improved product quality by conducting regular inspections and enforcing adherence to safety standards.
- Purchased produce following guidelines of marketing plan.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Reduced food waste by monitoring expiration dates and implementing proper storage techniques.
- Rotated produce on sales floor to guarantee optimal freshness and variety.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
- Set and updated weekly work schedules to meet coverage demands by considering factors like expected customer levels, planned promotions and individual employee strengths.
- Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
- Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
- Participated in hiring processes, interviewing candidates and selecting top talent for available positions within the department.
- Maintained a clean and organized department, adhering to sanitation guidelines and company policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lindsay High School
Lindsay, CA05.1981
Skills
- Fire prevention
- Disaster management
- Motivational Skills
- Personnel Training
- Workload prioritization
- Emergency Response
- Personnel Management
- Crew training
- Interagency Coordination
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Fire response rescue direction
- Training Oversight
- Incident Reporting
- Fire inspection suppression
- Worker Training
- Quality control guidelines
- Fire department maintenance
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Performance monitoring
- Emergency medical treatment
- Fire suppression
- Fire service
- Firefighting operations
- Crew Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Supervision and leadership
- Team building
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Crew Boss
U.S. Department Of Forestry
02.2003 - Current
Produce Supervisor
Food4Less
12.1993 - 03.2003
High School Diploma -
Lindsay High School