Nathan Bolduc
Chester
Summary
Proven Fire Chief with a strong background in emergency management, fire prevention, and interagency coordination. Successfully led training programs and optimized resource allocation, resulting in enhanced operational readiness and reduced incident risks.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Chief
Chester Volunteer Fire Department
Chester, MA
07.2024 - Current
- Led emergency response operations, ensuring effective coordination among fire personnel and support units.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance team skills and operational readiness.
- Oversaw budget management, optimizing resource allocation for equipment and personnel needs.
- Established safety protocols, significantly reducing incident risks during fire responses and training exercises.
- Established strong relationships with local government officials to secure necessary funding and resources for the department''s needs.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
Service Technician
Bolduc Mecanical Services Inc.
Chester, MA
06.2014 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical systems to ensure optimal functionality.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on HVAC systems, improving reliability and performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime and service interruptions.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Effectively communicated technical information to non-technical clients, ensuring proper understanding and utilization of equipment features.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and resolving potential problems.
Firefighter
Chester Volunteer Fire Department
Chester, MA
04.2013 - 07.2024
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance and support during incidents.
- Conducted fire prevention education in the community to promote safety awareness.
- Collaborated with team members in training exercises to enhance firefighting techniques and strategies.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting equipment, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
- Developed incident reports detailing response actions taken during emergencies for future reference.
- Led training sessions for new recruits, fostering skills development and knowledge retention.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during emergency response operations effectively.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Construction Management
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA06.2014
Skills
- Firefighting operations
- Incident command
- Workload prioritization
- Fire suppression
- Site inspections
- Emergency management
- Fire prevention
- Interagency coordination
- Building inspections
- Staff development
- Fire protection
- Training programs
- Regulatory enforcement
- Personnel training
Certification
Stop the Bleed
CPR
S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
S-130 Firefighter Training
L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service
Massachusetts 2A Hoisting Engineer License
Massachusetts Pipefitter Journeyman License
Timeline
Fire Chief
Chester Volunteer Fire Department
07.2024 - Current
Service Technician
Bolduc Mecanical Services Inc.
06.2014 - Current
Firefighter
Chester Volunteer Fire Department
04.2013 - 07.2024
Associate of Science - Construction Management
Springfield Technical Community College