Dave MURRAY
15 Rosepac, Brampton,ON
Summary
With a robust background at Brampton Fire & Emergency Services, I excel in leadership, demonstrating unparalleled problem-solving and teamwork skills. My journey from Firefighter to District Chief and Acting Platoon Chief showcases a commitment to excellence, highlighted by my role as an EMR instructor and involvement in key committees. My entrepreneurial spirit and strong communication abilities drive continuous improvement and effective emergency response strategies.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Platoon Chief
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
07.2020 - Current
- Reporting to the Deputy Chief - Operations, when the full time Platoon Chief is on leave
- providing leadership to District Chiefs, Captains, and Fire Fighters and for managing, supervising, and overseeing the daily fire services operation of assigned platoon to ensure efficient and effective operations
- Ensuring that daily requirements for scheduling, response to daily fire calls and activities while managing the command and utilization of assigned personnel, equipment, and apparatus.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
District Chief
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
07.2020 - Current
- (Acting DC 2017 - 2020)
- Reporting to the Platoon Chief, managed all Captains and Firefighters assigned to my district
- Responsible for the management, efficiency and discipline of all personnel in my respective district
- Responsible for the condition, operation, maintenance and security of all station buildings, department assets and emergency response vehicles assigned to my district
- Attend all stations within my respective district to provide guidance, leadership and supervision while on duty
- Enforce the Occupational Health and Safety Act and department safety operating guidelines
- Maintain order and discipline at all times, ensuring that rules and regulations are obeyed
- Responsible for acting in the Platoon Chief role on numerous occasions
- Assume role of Incident Commander • when warranted, operating under our Incident Command System
Captain (Suppression)
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
08.2009 - 07.2020
- Acting Captain 2003-2009
- Reporting to the District Chiefs, was responsible for the discipline, training, efficiency and operation of my station and personnel
- Was accountable for the upkeep and protection of all property in or assigned to my station
- Enforced the Occupational Health and Safety Act and department safety operating guidelines maintaining a safe working environment
- Tracking of all training records
Firefighter
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services (formerly BFD)
09.1995 - 08.2009
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, aerials, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Performed routine maintenance of department property and equipment
- Assisted with Public Fire Education and Industrial Fire Inspections
- EMR instructor to the Platoon (1997-2009)
Paramedic (BLS)
Nobleton Ambulance
04.1995 - 01.2000
- Delivered basic life support (BLS), and pediatric life support under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Ensured ambulance was clean, stocked and ready for deployment
- Continued education and improvement of skills and education
Education
Emergency Medical Care Attendant (Paramedic) - Paramedicine
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, None04-1995
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service always at the forefront of decisions
- Strong problem-solving, time management and attention to detail
- Excellent conflict management skills
- EMR instructor 1997-2009
- Involved in inventory committee 10 years
- A part of the Telestaff Committee (Current)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent judgement according to the situation
- Genuine desire to learn, achieve and excel
- Entrepreneurial experience off job with multiple businesses
Certification
- NFPA 1001 Levels I & II
- NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level I
- NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator
- NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor
- IMS 100 / 200
- Emergency First Aid / CPR / AED certification
- Clean Driver's Abstract
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - EMCA
Timeline
Acting Platoon Chief
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
07.2020 - Current
District Chief
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
07.2020 - Current
Captain (Suppression)
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services
08.2009 - 07.2020
Firefighter
Brampton Fire & Emergency Services (formerly BFD)
09.1995 - 08.2009
Paramedic (BLS)
Nobleton Ambulance
04.1995 - 01.2000
Emergency Medical Care Attendant (Paramedic) - Paramedicine
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
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