Shannon Buchanan
Weaverville
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Service Coordinator
AB Tech Community College
Asheville, NC
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated logistics for training sessions, ensuring all materials were prepared and accessible.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and assessments, implementing improvements as needed.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify training needs aligned with organizational goals.
- Maintained comprehensive records of training activities and participant progress for compliance audits.
- Maintained accurate records of employee participation in training events, tracking progress towards learning objectives.
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities, securing necessary equipment, and managing participant registration.
Engineer
Weaverville Fire Department
Weaverville, NC
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained records of all repairs and services performed on each piece of equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on fire apparatus, including but not limited to; belt inspections, hose testing, fluids, tire pressure.
- Ensure fire station, equipment and grounds are in clean and orderly condition.
- Ensure apparatus is clean and ready for work.
- Transport firefighters safely to and from the scene.
- Act as the senior firefighter on the apparatus.
- Act as the company officer in their absence.
Fire Instructor
AB Technical Community College
Asheville, NC
05.2009 - Current
- Developed and delivered training programs on fire safety and prevention techniques.
- Conducted live-fire training exercises to enhance practical skills of firefighters.
- Mentored junior instructors, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Analyzed training effectiveness, recommending adjustments to enhance program outcomes.
- Provided mentorship to new firefighters, supporting their personal growth within the profession.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to ensure proper functionality and safety during hands-on exercises.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to design specialized training programs tailored to departmental needs.
- Enhanced firefighter skills by conducting practical hands-on training and informative classroom sessions.
Public Safety Training Technician
Buncombe County
Asheville , NC
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Maintained Facility
- Maintenance on various live fire props
- Operate live fire props
- Scheduling
- Ensure safety of students and instructors
Battalion Chief
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
Candler , NC
08.2008 - 02.2019
- Established and maintained effective relationships with subordinates, peers, and superiors to ensure successful completion of assigned tasks.
- Formulated plans for firefighting operations in response to emergency incidents and other related situations.
- Developed strategies to improve the efficiency of fire suppression activities while minimizing risks and costs.
- Coordinated personnel, equipment, and resources during emergency responses.
- Conducted training drills for firefighters on proper use of firefighting equipment and techniques.
- Monitored the safety practices of subordinate personnel during all operations.
- Reviewed records pertaining to personnel performance, incident reports, maintenance logs., for accuracy and completeness.
- Evaluated new technologies or methods for improving operational effectiveness and safety procedures.
- Managed budgets associated with assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring fiscal responsibility was upheld at all times.
- Followed department rules and regulations and oversaw discipline to maintain compliance among personnel.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
Fire Captain
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
Candler, NC
07.2006 - 08.2008
- Responded to emergency calls and managed the on-site operations of medical, hazardous materials, and rescue incidents.
- Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
- Monitored shift activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintained records of all fire-related activities including incident reports, maintenance logs, and training documents.
- Assessed risks associated with potential hazards encountered in emergency situations.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Developed strategies for responding to emergencies based upon specific scenarios encountered at each scene.
- Established goals for personnel development by providing feedback regarding job performance evaluations.
Engineer
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
Candler, NC
05.2004 - 07.2006
- Maintained records of all repairs and services performed on each piece of equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on fire apparatus, including but not limited to; belt inspections, hose testing, fluids, tire pressure.
- Kept fire station, equipment and grounds in clean and orderly condition.
- Ensure apparatus is clean and ready for work.
- Transport firefighters safely to and from the scene.
- Act as the senior firefighter on the apparatus.
- Act as the company officer in their absence.
Firefighter
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
Candler, NC
01.2000 - 05.2004
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL11-2014
High School Diploma -
Mountain Heritage High School
Burnsville, NC06-1993
Skills
- Crisis Communications
- Time and Resource Allocation
- Emergency Management
- Community Relations
- Staff Scheduling
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Fire Strategy
- Personnel Training
- Fire Department Procedures
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Crew Training
- Administration and Management
- Records Management
Certification
- NC FF II
- AEMT
- EVD
- DO
- DO Aerial
- ERT
- FO III
- FLSE I, II, III
- RT Ropes
- RT VMR
- TR Ag Rescue
- TR Confined Space
- Chief 101
- NIMS 100,200,300,400,700,800
- Instructor III
- Fire Investigator Technician
- Live Fire Instructor
- Trench Rescue Instructor
- RIC Instructor
- Structural Collapse Instructor
- Instructor NC OSFM High School Firefighter Challenge
- Graduate NC Breathing Equipment School
- Graduate NC Association of Fire Chiefs Training Management Program
- Graduate UNC Charlotte Fire and Rescue Management Institute
- Graduate Brave Fire Leader Academy Level I and II
- NC Emergency Management Boat Operator
- NC Emergency Management Advance Boat Operator
- NC Emergency Management USAR Task Force Leader
- NC Emergency Management Sartopo
- NC Emergency Management Advance Sartopo
- NC Emergency Management Forklift Operator
Timeline
Fire Service Coordinator
AB Tech Community College
09.2024 - Current
Engineer
Weaverville Fire Department
11.2022 - Current
Public Safety Training Technician
Buncombe County
02.2019 - 10.2022
Fire Instructor
AB Technical Community College
05.2009 - Current
Battalion Chief
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
08.2008 - 02.2019
Fire Captain
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
07.2006 - 08.2008
Engineer
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
05.2004 - 07.2006
Firefighter
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
01.2000 - 05.2004
High School Diploma -
Mountain Heritage High School
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Education and Training
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