Doug McKinnon
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Accustomed to collaborating with managers to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring decisiveness, integrity and motivation abilities developed over a 30 plus-year career. A clear communicator with enthusiastic style and insightful approach. Dedicated emergency service professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Section Manager - Fire Protection
Ontario Power Generation
06.2023 - Current
- Create and adjust as necessary the training calender for Nuclear First Responders (ERT) and communicate this with line managers.
- Review and approve lesson plans for delivery to ERT.
- Attend training and conduct observation and coaching sessions.
- Scheduled bi-weekly section meetings to review emerging challenges, identify opportunities and recognize high-performing employees.
- Communicate unsuccessful performance of officers to site management. Work with trainers to create and coordinate remedial training plans and share with site.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Review and approve trainer development opportunities.
- Work with Senior Manager as senior consultant on training alignment agenda.
- Conducted annual employee performance reviews to recognize achievements and identify areas needing improvement.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Work with facilities on utilization of Wesleyville facilities.
Training Technician - Acting Manager
Ontario Power Generation
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Trained and mentored 75 new personnel hired to fulfill firefighter positions within two nuclear plants.
- Coordinated programs for Training Technicians to better deliver compliance with Ontario Power Generation governance.
- Analyzed company training methods and made adjustments to rectify issues, increase efficiency and exceed training goals, resulting in earlier graduation of recruits.
- Created curricula, instructions, documents and written tests for various types of training courses.
- Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software, and online programs, assuring continuous training to employees to promote long-term excellence.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1081 training courses.
- Developed and implemented updating training programs for 90 employees.
Chief Training Officer
City of Pickering
01.2015 - 06.2019
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with our neighboring fire departments.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication within training and development.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Captain Special Operations
City of Toronto
05.2006 - 01.2015
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with Toronto Police and Toronto EMS through joint training initiatives.
Rescue Specialist - Canada Task Force 3
City of Toronto
03.2003 - 03.2011
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed for the team's response.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Firefighter
City of Toronto
01.1988 - 05.2006
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
Education
Fire Service Executive Management
Humber College
Toronto, ON03.2019
Teaching And Training Adults
Durham College
Oshawa, ON12.2017
Professional Management
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Oshawa, ON12.2016
Skills
- Incident Command Instructor - Blue Card
- Road To Mental Readiness (R2MR) Trainer
- Health & Safety - Co Chair
- Lead Evaluator Academic Standards and Evaluations
Professional Designation
Ontario Municipal Management - Certified Municipal Manager CMM III
Certification
Basic Emergency Management
Durham College
041830-EM 200-12018
Joint Health & Safety Committee
Ontario Ministry of Labour
Cert ID: G61240
NFPA IFSAC Certification
- NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector 1*
- NFPA 1021 Fire Officer IV
- NFPA 1035 Public Information Officer
- NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer
- NFPA 1002 Pump Operator
- NFPA 1006 Technical Rescue Level II
- NFPA 472 Hazmat Technician
NFPA Compliant Certificate
- NFPA 1006 Swift Water Rescue - Trainer
- NFPA 1006 Ice Water - Trainer
- NFPA 1006 Confined Space - Trainer
NFPA Qualified - Grandfathered
- NFPA 1001 Level II
- NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor II
Ontario Fire College
- NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator
No opportunity to investigate a fire in allocated time for NFPA Certification
Timeline
Acting Section Manager - Fire Protection
Ontario Power Generation
06.2023 - Current
Training Technician - Acting Manager
Ontario Power Generation
06.2019 - 06.2023
Chief Training Officer
City of Pickering
01.2015 - 06.2019
Captain Special Operations
City of Toronto
05.2006 - 01.2015
Rescue Specialist - Canada Task Force 3
City of Toronto
03.2003 - 03.2011
Firefighter
City of Toronto
01.1988 - 05.2006
Fire Service Executive Management
Humber College
Teaching And Training Adults
Durham College
Professional Management
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
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