Summary
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Shawn Watson

Fox Creek,AB

Summary

Insightful Fire Officer with 17 plus years of firefighting experience directing a cohesive emergency team with the highest degree of professionalism and respect. Strengths include maintaining an effective team through attentiveness, coaching, and discipline. In-depth knowledge of safety regulations, response management, and fire department policies, procedures, and internal controls High-performing professional with integrity and leadership skills. Applies knowledge and abilities to positively impact organization. Flexible in different situations and dynamic conditions. Works great under extreme stress and deadlines.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Chief

Fox Fire Dept
Fox Creek, AB
07.2021 - 11.2022
  • Prepare yearly Operational and Capital budgets, Present to Chief Administrative Officer and Town Council
  • Controlled emergency response planning, including overseeing research for development of building pre-plans and handling company building fire prevention inspections
  • Supported continuing operations and rehabilitation of firefighting equipment by identifying new community resources
  • Conduct search and rescue operations and quickly analyze all medical emergencies as well as administered first aid to injured persons
  • Lead collaborative teams of first responders equipped to tackle fire and additional emergency calls, including
  • Structure fires, wildland fires, Hazardous Material Incidents, Motor Vehicle Incidents, and other Rescue or Medical Incidents
  • Evaluated firefighter’s progress using range of assessment tools, including participation in class discussion, assignment content, and exam scores to identify strengths and further training opportunities
  • Managed staffing, recruitment, interviewing and selection of potential team members in alignment with station needs.
  • Conduct on-the-job training classes and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures, and methods of diverse subjects
  • Preserve order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions
  • Oversee station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical, and public safety administration
  • Demonstrate self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.

Fire Captain

Fox Creek Fire Department
Fox Creek, AB
06.2011 - 06.2021
  • Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
  • Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
  • Aided with preparation, review and monitoring of department budget.
  • Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
  • Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
  • Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
  • Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
  • Developed and implemented training procedures for newly hired personnel.
  • Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Council Member / Town

Fox Creek Councilor
Fox Creek, AB
10.2017 - 07.2021
  • Attending various community events
  • Responded to constituent concerns and developed and executed plans to address town issues
  • Initiated professional relationships between city, county, state, federal and other municipal government offices by cohesively discussing ways to resolve inter-jurisdictional issues and regional problems affecting residents
  • Developed fair and balanced municipal budget to use tax revenue for targeted programs and areas
  • Created initiatives, objectives and performance standards for local government.
  • Attended dinners and special events to meet people and develop relationships.
  • Wrote legislation and amendments, set policies and oversaw budgets.
  • Solicited federal funding for local projects and programs.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Oilfield Operator

Paramount Resources
06.2022 - Current
  • Installed compressors, pumps, meters and piping.
  • Provided power to compressors, pumps and auxiliary equipment to assist transmission and compression of butane, nitrogen, hydrogen and natural gas.
  • Kept compressors, pumps and other equipment working at optimal levels with diligent maintenance procedures.
  • Kept systems working efficiently to meet daily oil, water and gas production levels.
  • Gathered daily production report readings and documented in Avocet.
  • Participate in Emergency response drills and incidents.
  • Coordinated work and repair actions with Mechanics and other support team members.
  • Conducted daily well tests and maintained regular monitoring of wells and equipment.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Lead Operator

Athabasca Oil Corporation
09.2012 - 06.2022
  • On shift, responsibilities are overseeing daily operations the batteries and field
  • Maintenance of all the rotating equipment on the Main Battery sites and field locations, doing repair and scheduling of major repairs with outside contractors
  • Maintaining gathering systems, doing pipeline maintenance, and integrity management
  • Maintain operation records, build and review SOP's and SSOP's, ensure that operators have met competencies checks
  • Commission and start up new Facilities and Pipelines
  • Responsible for overseeing monthly, quarterly, and yearly preventative maintenance checks
  • Ensure that all safety systems are in good working order: ie Fire and gas detection as well as fire suppression systems
  • Monitor daily production, forecast weekly production targets, and optimize field and facilities to maximize production
  • Participate in quarterly emergency response drills and take active roles within the ICS umbrella
  • Responsible for budget within supervisory area ie: cost tracking, monthly accruals, and cost reduction initiatives and yearly Budget forecasts
  • Actively participate in the Advanced Safety leadership program
  • Maintain the highest environmental and safety standards
  • Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures
  • Promoted positive work environment for all by responding quickly to inquiries, delivering constructive feedback, and pleasantly engaging employees and contractors.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - NFPA 1041 level 1&2 NFPA 1021 level 1 ongoing

Justice Institute of British Columbia

NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2. NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Operations, NFPA 1051 Wildfire - Fire Training

Lakeland College
01.2018

Some College (No Degree) - ICS 200, Basic Emergency Management

Alberta Emergency Management Agency
Edmonton, AB

Some College (No Degree) - S600 Driver and Pump Operations

Lakeland College

Some College (No Degree) - Embankment and High Angle Rope Rescue

Transcare Rescue

Some College (No Degree) - First Aid CPR C, H2S Alive, Fall Arrest

Enform

Police Foundations Program -

Sir Stanford Fleming
01.1995

High School Diploma -

LaSalle Secondary School
01.1994

Skills

  • Budget Planning
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Proven Leader
  • Asset Management
  • Education and Training
  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Critical Thinking
  • Administration
  • Crisis Management
  • Approachable
  • Team Oriented

References

REFERENCES Available upon request.

Additional Information

  • ACTIVITIES AND HONORS , Firefighter of the year Award 2014 Firefighter of the year Award 2015 Bronze medal in Fire Fit Competition 2016

Timeline

Oilfield Operator

Paramount Resources
06.2022 - Current

Fire Chief

Fox Fire Dept
07.2021 - 11.2022

Council Member / Town

Fox Creek Councilor
10.2017 - 07.2021

Lead Operator

Athabasca Oil Corporation
09.2012 - 06.2022

Fire Captain

Fox Creek Fire Department
06.2011 - 06.2021

Some College (No Degree) - NFPA 1041 level 1&2 NFPA 1021 level 1 ongoing

Justice Institute of British Columbia

NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2. NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Operations, NFPA 1051 Wildfire - Fire Training

Lakeland College

Some College (No Degree) - ICS 200, Basic Emergency Management

Alberta Emergency Management Agency

Some College (No Degree) - S600 Driver and Pump Operations

Lakeland College

Some College (No Degree) - Embankment and High Angle Rope Rescue

Transcare Rescue

Some College (No Degree) - First Aid CPR C, H2S Alive, Fall Arrest

Enform

Police Foundations Program -

Sir Stanford Fleming

High School Diploma -

LaSalle Secondary School
Shawn Watson