Oscar Rodriguez
Kingman
Summary
Professional in fire service leadership with strong focus on operational efficiency and team collaboration. Proven ability to manage emergency situations, develop strategic plans, and enhance safety protocols. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in crisis management, training, and interdepartmental coordination. Known for clear communication, problem-solving, and delivering results under pressure.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Fire Chief
Department Of The Air Force
06.2021 - Current
- Coordinated interagency cooperation during large-scale incidents, ensuring efficient resource allocation and response efforts.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on leadership and professional development opportunities within the fire service.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices, ensuring the highest quality of service for the community.
- Reduced property damage caused by fires through proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Oversaw procurement processes for necessary equipment upgrades or replacements, ensuring fiscal responsibility while maintaining operational readiness.
- Commanded squad throughout duration of active fires in order to combat fire, eliminate danger and assist those in need.
- Evaluated firefighter performance during training exercises, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback for skill enhancement.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
- Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
Fire Captain
Amentum
09.1995 - 06.2021
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Led a team of firefighters in extinguishing hazardous material fires, minimizing environmental impact and potential harm to nearby residents.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Promoted fire safety awareness within the community by organizing and participating in public outreach events, such as open houses and safety presentations.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Delivered timely incident reports to senior leadership, providing accurate data for budgetary decisions and policy development purposes.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
Wildland Firefighter/Water Truck Driver
Bureau of Land Management
05.1995 - 09.1995
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
Firefighter
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
01.1987 - 06.1995
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Provided support during airport disaster drills, ensuring accurate representation of real-world scenarios to improve overall preparedness levels.
- Enhanced aircraft rescue response time by conducting thorough pre-fire planning and organizing efficient training sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management/Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL02-2026
Skills
- Incident command
- Operational leadership
- Emergency management
- Fire suppression
- Interagency coordination
- Hazardous materials response
- Personnel management
- Rescue operations
- Emergency medical services
- Workload prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
Affiliations
- Arizona Fire Chiefs Association
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Hazardous Materia Incident Commander
- Fire Officer IV
- Fire Inspector III
- Fire Instructor II
- Confined Space Rescue
- Airport Firefighter
- Wildland Firefighter / Strike Team Leader
- High Angle Rescue Technician
- ISO 100, 200, 300, 700, 800
- NIMS 703
Junior Civilian of the Year 2023 (Wing Level)
Awarded Jr. Civilian of the Year for outstanding performance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Fire Chief
Department Of The Air Force
06.2021 - Current
Fire Captain
Amentum
09.1995 - 06.2021
Wildland Firefighter/Water Truck Driver
Bureau of Land Management
05.1995 - 09.1995
Firefighter
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
01.1987 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management/Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
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