Seth Gilchrest
Rutland
Summary
Versatile leader with a proven track record at Lancaster Fire Department, adept in budgeting competence and staff development. Excelled in roles requiring problem-solving abilities and team collaboration, notably enhancing firefighter/EMT performance and compliance. Skilled in apparatus maintenance and public assistance, consistently prioritizing community safety and team readiness.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Lieutenant
Lancaster Fire Department
10.2022 - Current
- Evaluated firefighter/EMT performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement or further training needs.
- Contributed to budget management, allocating resources effectively to maintain optimal department performance levels.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying up-to-date on legal requirements applicable to fire and EMS services.
- Supervised daily operations, providing guidance and support to junior firefighter/EMTs in carrying out their duties effectively.
- Upheld the highest standards of professionalism within the department by modeling exemplary behavior, promoting accountability among firefighter/EMTs, and addressing any instances of misconduct or deviation from established expectations.
- Managed scheduling, payroll, and personnel records for a team of 30+ officers to ensure accurate documentation.
- Maintained orderly operations during critical incidents by assuming command responsibility as needed.
- Organized and updated databases, records and other information resources.
- Created organized filing system to manage department documents.
- Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
Diesel Mechanic
Ricky's Sales and Service
11.2016 - 05.2022
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Collaborated with MA State Police to clear the scene at accidents
- Operate a flatbed tow truck from car transports to heavy recovery calls
- Licensed to inspect Non-Commercial, Commercial, 7D and motorcycle vehicles
Infantry Fire Team Leader
Army National Guard MA
03.2014 - 03.2020
- Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Led successful missions by conducting thorough pre-mission briefings and ensuring team members understood objectives.
Education
Graduation Certification -
MPTC Reserve Intermittent Academy
Boylston, MA06-2020
Graduation Certification -
NCO Academy/BLC
Fort Indian Town Gap11-2018
NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 And 2 -
Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
Stow, MA06-2016
High School Diploma -
Nashoba Regional High School
Bolton, MA06-2014
Skills
- Meeting facilitation
- Budgeting competence
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Works well in a team environment
- Community Education
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Public Assistance and Support
- Fire Prevention and Enforcement
- Staff Development and Leadership
Certification
- Firefighter I/II Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- CPR Instructor
- Fire Prevention Officer - Basic
- SFOF Fire Officer Bootcamp
- Awarded three Army Achievement Medals, Armed Forces Reserve Component Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon, Expert Marksmanship Badge
Timeline
Administrative Lieutenant
Lancaster Fire Department
10.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Ricky's Sales and Service
11.2016 - 05.2022
Infantry Fire Team Leader
Army National Guard MA
03.2014 - 03.2020
- Firefighter I/II Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- CPR Instructor
- Fire Prevention Officer - Basic
- SFOF Fire Officer Bootcamp
- Awarded three Army Achievement Medals, Armed Forces Reserve Component Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon, Expert Marksmanship Badge
Graduation Certification -
MPTC Reserve Intermittent Academy
Graduation Certification -
NCO Academy/BLC
NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 And 2 -
Massachusetts Firefighting Academy
High School Diploma -
Nashoba Regional High School
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