Gregory Elliot
Seaforth,ON
Summary
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Smart and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting public. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paid On-Call Firefighter
North Middlesex / West Grey
Durham , Ontario
07.2007 - Current
- Participated in departmental meetings regarding policies and procedures updates or changes.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately following each call.
- Organized and maintained station inventory of all tools, supplies, vehicles, and equipment used during emergency responses.
- Performed pre-fire planning activities on commercial and residential buildings in the area.
- Assisted with the maintenance of records pertaining to fire inspections or incident reports.
- Utilized hazardous material response equipment to respond to chemical spills or releases.
- Provided public education about fire prevention techniques such as installing smoke alarms and extinguishers.
- Operated pumps on engines while responding to fires or other emergencies.
- Investigated potential causes of fires using specialized knowledge of building construction components.
- Assisted in responding to emergency medical calls, operating and maintaining fire apparatus, and providing basic life support.
- Inspected fire hydrants, smoke detectors, alarms systems, safety equipment, and other related items for proper operation.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
Facility Manager
Great Lakes Agra/ E&E McLaughlin LTD
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Overview of day-to-day operations
- Developing new business accounts
- Logistics of Shipments and Deliveries Globally
- Asset Management
- Customer Service
- Developing Operating Budgets
- Health and Safety in the Workplace
- On going Training
- Administrative Duties: Documentation, Reports, Stats
- Developing policy and procedures, SOG’s
- Facility overview of Maintenance
- Fleet Management
- Production Scheduling
- Audits for CFIA, FDA, ESA, AIB
- Fire Inspection
- Building Compliance
- Quality Control
- Human Resource
- Product development
- Conflict Resolution
- Production Overview
- Production Line Operator
- Grounds Maintenance Lawn Care and Snow removal
General Manager
Great Lakes Agra/MAAAX Ontario Equine/ Canadian Agra
01.2015 - 03.2022
- Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
- Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards pertaining to operations management.
- Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
- Directed safety operations and maintained clean work environment to adhere to FDA and OSHA requirements.
- Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Telecommunciations Dispatcher
Fanshaw College
London, ON12-2006
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD Grade 12) -
North Middlesex Secondary School
06.2006
Skills
- First Aid and CPR
- Emergency First Responder
- WHMIS
- DZ Drivers License
- Restricted Radio Operators License
- Emergency Vehicle Operations
- Building Construction
- Heavy Equipment Operations
- Computer and Typing Skills
- Experience in Decision Making under intense situations
- Public relations
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Volunteerism
- Working together as a team
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Medical Assistance
- Fire prevention
- Technical Rescue Operations
- Fire Hose Operations
- Vehicle extrication
- Public Education
- Fire Apparatus Operation
- Incident Command
- Ladder operation
- Apparatus maintenance
- Budget Management
- Fire strategy
- Firefighting procedures
- First response services
- Facility and equipment maintenance
- Emergency Management
Certificatestraining
- Forklift
- First Aid & CPR
- Ministry of Health Restricted Radio Operator's License
- Fire Emergency Dispatcher
- Health & Safety Training
- W H M I S Safety Training
- Working at Heights
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- Incident Management System
- Ladder Safety
- Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
- D Z Class Driver's License
- Emergency Vehicle Operator
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 and 2
- NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector
- NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor
References
References and/or Letters of Recommendation available upon request
Volunteer Experience
- Paid On Call FireFighter with West Grey Fire Department
- Pervious Paid On Call FireFighter with North Middlesex Fire Department
- President of Student Council
- Parkhill Fair Board of Directors
- Vice President of Parkhill Firefighters Association
- Parkhill Firefighters Breakfast Fundraiser
- Parkhill Firefighters Cash Calendar Organizer
Certification
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level I & II
- NFPA 1002 Pump operations (Enrolled Sept 2024)
- NFPA 1031 Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector Level I
- NFPA 1021- Fire Officer Level I - (enrolled Oct 2024)
- NFPA 1041 fire Instructor I
- NFPA 1072 Hazmat Operations
- Emergencey Telecommunication 911 Dispatcher
Timeline
Facility Manager
Great Lakes Agra/ E&E McLaughlin LTD
09.2021 - 03.2022
General Manager
Great Lakes Agra/MAAAX Ontario Equine/ Canadian Agra
01.2015 - 03.2022
Paid On-Call Firefighter
North Middlesex / West Grey
07.2007 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Telecommunciations Dispatcher
Fanshaw College
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD Grade 12) -
North Middlesex Secondary School
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level I & II
- NFPA 1002 Pump operations (Enrolled Sept 2024)
- NFPA 1031 Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector Level I
- NFPA 1021- Fire Officer Level I - (enrolled Oct 2024)
- NFPA 1041 fire Instructor I
- NFPA 1072 Hazmat Operations
- Emergencey Telecommunication 911 Dispatcher
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