Dominique Chagnon
Saint Bruno De Montarville,QC
Summary
Experienced manager with more than 25 years of experience as a business owner and manager. I have extensive experience in financial management, sales, marketing, human resources, operations management, optimization and business development strategies. Focused on continuous improvement, I have strong analytical skills, daring and leadership. I am results and people oriented and I develop work teams in order to implement performance management and self-improvement. I manage to create environments favorable to motivation and collaboration between work teams but also with internal and external partners. In addition, I have more than 34 years of service in fire safety services, including 30 years with the city of Montreal, including several diversified experiences in planning and training.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Chiefs Operations Urban Search & Rescue
Montreal Fire Department
Montreal, QC
08.2021 - Current
- Gestion de $ budget
- Gestion des inventaires
- Collaboration entre les diferents gouvernement et la ville de Montreal
- Achat d'équipement
Honorary Colonel
National Defense
Bagotville, Canada
01.2018 - Current
- Advisor to the chain of command of the Canadian Armed Forces
- Mentoring to Officers and Ranked Personnel
- Participation in missions and training in Canada and the United States.
Specialized Driving Instructor
Ice Driving Canada - Royal Canadian Mounted Police
01.2013 - Current
- Conducted on-the-job training classes and demonstrated principles, techniques, procedures and methods of diverse subjects.
- Evaluated student's progress during each lesson and documented results in reports.
- Gave constructive feedback to students to improve learning and progress against course objectives.
Lieutenant
Montreal Fire Departement
Montréal, Québec
01.2000 - 08.2021
- Responded to calls involving hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, or medical emergencies as needed.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Developed and implemented training programs for firefighters.
- Managed staff schedules for shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational procedures, policies, and practices.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Prepared reports related to operational activities, personnel issues, and budget controls.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property, and the public.
Chief of Fire Operations
LaPrairie Fire Department
LaPrairie, Québec
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Collaborated with other community stakeholders on initiatives related to public safety information sharing systems.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Evaluated new technologies for use in improving firefighting capabilities within the jurisdiction.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Responded to emergency incidents at various locations within the jurisdiction when necessary.
- Ensured proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment used by firefighters.
- Developed and administered department budget including capital projects.
- Analyzed incident data from previous years in order to identify areas needing improvement.
- Provided leadership and direction to department personnel in the development and implementation of fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, technical rescue and public education programs.
- Conducted regular inspections of all fire stations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Prepared weekly reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved by the Fire Department during that time period.
- Developed and implemented training procedures for newly hired personnel.
- Managed daily operations of the Fire Department by developing policies and procedures related to safety, training, recruitment and retention, records management, discipline and administrative issues.
- Managed staffing, recruitment, interviewing and selection of potential team members in alignment with station needs.
- Trained subordinate staff on current best practices for responding effectively to fires or other emergencies.
President
Chagnon Motosport inc.
Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, QC
01.2008 - 01.2013
- International transport of racing vehicles and private collection
- Professional racing team
- Manage a team of 15 to 30 employees during the racing season.
- Professional racing Canada/USA/EUROPE
- Nascar/Ferrari Challenge/Porsche IMSA Series
- Rolex 24 Hour Series Daytona, Florida
- International race
Director of Operations and Logistics
TRIOOMPH inc
Montréal, Québec
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Supercar Challenge
- Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
- Analyzed data trends and identified potential risks or opportunities associated with operations.
- Created policies and procedures for improved workflow processes.
- Established operational guidelines and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Developed and maintained client relationships to grow business and improve account retention.
Lieutenant
Saint-Lambert Fire Departement
Saint-Lambert, Québec
01.1989 - 01.2009
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Responded to calls involving hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations, or medical emergencies as needed.
- Developed and implemented training programs for firefighters.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational procedures, policies, and practices.
- Evaluated performance of subordinate staff and provided feedback.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Prepared reports related to operational activities, personnel issues, and budget controls.
Firefighter
Montreal Fire Department
Montréal, Québec
01.1994 - 01.2000
- Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
Education
First Responder Course -
Quebec Fire Protection Institute
01.2014
Multiple Training -
Baltimore Fire Academy
Baltimore, USA01-2001
Officer Course - Profil 2 -
College Montmorency
Montreal, QC01.2000
Structure Course -
College Montmorency
Montreal, QC01.2000
Multiple Training -
Fire Department, Detroit
Detroit, USA01-1998
Level I, II, III Trench Rescue -
Baltimore County
Baltimore, Maryland01-1998
Exchange Program -
3-month Firefighter Exchange Program
Strasbourg, France01.1996
Certificat « Health and Safety Administration » -
Amherst University of Massachusetts
Massachusetts, USA01.1995
Certificate in Management -
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, USA01-1995
Multiple Continuing Education Courses -
City of Vermont And New York
Vermont And New York 01-1994
Advanced First Responder Course - 100 Hours -
Quebec Fire Protection Institute
Montreal, QC01.1992
Firefighter Course -
Quebec Fire Protection Institute
Montreal, QC06-1991
Skills
- Fire Command Center Management
- Staff Development and Leadership
- Administration and Management
- First-Aid and CPR
- Fire Department Procedures
- Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- First Aid Certified
- Emergency Management
- Supply Procurement
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Fire Response Team Direction
- Incident Safety
- Fire Strategy
- Budget Management
- Personnel Management
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Equipment Evaluation
- Advanced Pre-Hospital Emergency Care
- First Response Services
- Medical Services Administration
- Secure Zone Transportation
- Public Assistance and Support
- Fire Suppression Tactics
Other
- Médaille de Service Distingué Pompier 20 ans
- Médaille du Lieutenant-Gouverneur du Québec pour Mérite Exceptionnel
- Médaille du Souverain pour Bénévolat
Volunteer Experience
- VOYAGE DE RÊVES (DREAMS TAKE FLIGHT), Montréal, Québec, Bénévole, 2009, Present, Programme humanitaire Regroupement des employés d’Air Canada et autres entreprises participant à cette cause Aider les enfants handicapés, malades, en phase terminale ou provenant de milieux défavorisés à réaliser une expérience inoubliable, soit de passer 24 heures de rêves à Walt Disney en Floride
- 3e ESCADRE DE BAGOTVILLE, Bagotville, Encouragement des troupes, 2009, Present, Aviation royale canadienne Escadron 425 chasseur tactique CF-18 Escadron 439 SAR Service de reconnaissance des membres militaires Air Show (2011, 2013, 2015, 2017 et 2019)
- Aide de Camp du Lieutenant-Gouverneur l’Honorable Michel Doyon, 2019, Present
- Conseil d’Administration (Président) Fondation Québecoise de Vétérans (Ancienne la Fondation de l’Hôpital Sainte-Anne de Bellevue), 2017, Present
- Conseil d’Administration de Ami de l’Aviation Royale du Canada (Vice-Président), 2018, Present
- Fondation Thierry Leroux siège sur le comité de la Randonné cycliste, 2019, Present
- Concours Jean-Pictet – droit international humanitaire, membre du conseil de l’organisation, 1995
- Croix-Rouge canadienne internationale – préparation pour l’envoi de personnel pour le génocide du Rwanda, 1994
- Croix-Rouge Canadienne et Américaine Inondation du Mississippi, St-Louis, Missouri, 1993, Mission basé à St-Louis, Missouri
- Croix-Rouge américaine, canadienne – Mission d’aide humanitaire lors de l’ouragan Andrew déploiement, 1992
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
• Distinguished Firefighter Service Medal 20 years
• Medal of the Lieutenant-Governor of Quebec for Exceptional Merit
• Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteering
Affiliations
- SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
DREAMS TAKE FLIGHT, Montreal (Quebec) 2009 to date
Humanitarian program
Volunteer
• Grouping of Air Canada employees and other companies participating in this cause
• Help disabled, sick, terminally ill children or children from disadvantaged backgrounds achieve an unforgettable experience, namely spending 24 hours of dreams at Walt Disney in Florida
3rd BAGOTVILLE SQUAD 2009 to date
Royal Canadian Air Force
Squadron 425 CF-18 tactical fighter
439 SAR Squadron
• Encouragement of the troops
• Military Member Recognition Service
• Air Show (2011, 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2019)
• Aide-de-Camp of the Lieutenant-Governor the Honorable Michel Doyon 2019 to date
• Board of Directors (President) Quebec Veterans Foundation (Formerly the Sainte-Anne de Bellevue Hospital Foundation) 2017 to date
• Board of Directors of Friend of the Royal Canadian Air Force (Vice-President) 2018 to date
• Thierry Leroux Foundation sits on the 2019 Cycling Ride committee to date
• Jean-Pictet Competition – international humanitarian law, member of the organization’s council 1995
• Canadian Red Cross International – preparing to send personnel for the
Rwanda genocide 1994
• Canadian and American Red Cross Mississippi Flood, 1993 Mission based in St. Louis, Missouri
• American and Canadian Red Cross – Humanitarian aid mission during the 1992 hurricane
Andrew deployment. - Thierry Leroux Foundation sits on the 2019 Cycling Ride committee to date
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chiefs Operations Urban Search & Rescue
Montreal Fire Department
08.2021 - Current
Honorary Colonel
National Defense
01.2018 - Current
Chief of Fire Operations
LaPrairie Fire Department
01.2015 - 12.2015
Specialized Driving Instructor
Ice Driving Canada - Royal Canadian Mounted Police
01.2013 - Current
President
Chagnon Motosport inc.
01.2008 - 01.2013
Director of Operations and Logistics
TRIOOMPH inc
01.2004 - 01.2009
Lieutenant
Montreal Fire Departement
01.2000 - 08.2021
Firefighter
Montreal Fire Department
01.1994 - 01.2000
Lieutenant
Saint-Lambert Fire Departement
01.1989 - 01.2009
First Responder Course -
Quebec Fire Protection Institute
Multiple Training -
Baltimore Fire Academy
Officer Course - Profil 2 -
College Montmorency
Structure Course -
College Montmorency
Multiple Training -
Fire Department, Detroit
Level I, II, III Trench Rescue -
Baltimore County
Exchange Program -
3-month Firefighter Exchange Program
Certificat « Health and Safety Administration » -
Amherst University of Massachusetts
Certificate in Management -
National Fire Academy
Multiple Continuing Education Courses -
City of Vermont And New York
Advanced First Responder Course - 100 Hours -
Quebec Fire Protection Institute
Firefighter Course -
Quebec Fire Protection Institute
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