Kelvin L. Davis
114 St. Richards Ct
Swanton, Ohio 43558
(419) 402-4076

OBJECTIVE

I am seeking a position utilizing over 16 years of experience and credentials as an instructor, firefighter and paramedic. I offer an extensive work history and achievements chronicled by outstanding performance reviews and dedication to improving the performance of my entire team.

RELATED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Swanton Fire Department, Swanton Ohio2000 - Present

Deputy Chief/ Shift Commander

  • Perform public safety inspections.
  • Head of training for all aspects of the department.
  • Develop grant proposals for equipment needs.
  • Development of training programs and ongoing assessments for qualification testing.
  • Coordinate monthly average of 120emergency medical, fire suppression and hazmat operations.
  • Assess fire-related situations and communicate with crew to develop action plans.
  • Excellent ability to communicate with patients, coworkers and the public in group or one-on-one settings.

Captain / Shift Commander

  • Respond to life-threatening emergencies including fires, flooding, and accidents.
  • Control environmental accidents involving hazardous chemicals with risk of fires or toxic spills.
  • Administer emergency medical services and field training for new members of the department.
  • Developed training scenarios for both departmental and multi-agency drills.
  • Conducted training for continuing education for the department in fire, EMS and Haz-Mat fields.

Firefighter / Paramedic

  • Provide emergency medical services as required, and perform light to heavy rescue functions at emergencies.
  • Work closely with operations and medical personnel including paramedics and field supervisors.
  • Lay and connect hose, hold nozzles and direct water streams, raise and climb ladders and use chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines and other equipment at the scenes of fires.
  • Attend in-service training classes to remain current in knowledge of codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations.

Prior work experience in business and industrial operations fields which included Plant Operations Manager and teaching Health and Safety such as Right to Know, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).

EDUCATION

  • AlabamaFireCollege – Firefighter and Haz-Mat Operations / Technician Training
  • BG FireSchool – Instructor for Fire and EMS
  • Security and Emergency Response Training Center – Railcar and Highway Specialist.
  • Currently finishing Fire Science and Emergency Management degree at Owens Community College

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Paramedic in Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania
  • Firefighter II
  • Haz-Mat Technician
  • Haz-Mat Railcar Specialist
  • Haz-Mat Surface Transportation Specialist
  • Public Safety Inspector
  • Safety Officer
  • Certified Diver and Dive Tender
  • OhioState Certified Fire andAssistant EMS Instructor
  • CPR and First Aid Instructor for American Heart Association
  • ACLS and PALS Instructor for American Health and Safety Institute
  • Instructor for Four County Career Center in Fire and EMS

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION AND SERVICE

  • Frank Foss EMS Excellence Award
  • Exercise Design Subcommittee Chair for Lucas County LEPC