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Gordon Snider

Kitchener,ON

Summary

Adept at leading and managing personnel and emergency situations, I significantly enhanced the operational efficiency and safety protocols at the City of Kitchener Fire Department. My expertise in emergency management and leadership, coupled with a continuous learning mindset, played a pivotal role in upholding the department's reputation for excellence. As the chorus is a paramilitary organization similar to the fire department, I would be able to step into this position as Staff Sargent Major seamlessly.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchener Fire Department Captain

City of Kitchener
10.1995 - 02.2024
  • Responsible for the training of the men at that station
  • Had to input data training, training records, and incident reports
  • Direct activities such as cleaning and maintaining the hall
  • Acted as a liason with the platoon chief of the fire depatment
  • Responsible for managing scene incidents by exercising strategies to mitigate problems
  • Responsible for diciplining, coaching and correcting fire fighters
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of current industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices for safe fire fighting operations.
  • Played an instrumental role in maintaining fire departments' reputation for excellent service by prioritizing customer needs and comfort throughout each incident.

Education

Fire Fighting Technologies

Gravenhurst Fire College
Gravenhurst, ON
02.2018

Skills

  • Leadership Qualities
  • Crew Resource Management
  • Public speaking abilities
  • Mission Planning
  • Emergency Management
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Emergency Response
  • Safety Regulations
  • Documentation skills
  • Crew Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Kitchener Fire Department Captain

City of Kitchener
10.1995 - 02.2024

Fire Fighting Technologies

Gravenhurst Fire College
Gordon Snider