Nicholas Preli
Hayes,VA
Summary
I am a 30 veteran of the fire service. I have the passion to learn teach and lead. Learning and teaching never stops no matter what rank you are or how long you have been in the fire service.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Officer Lieutenant
Charles City Fire Rescue
Charles City, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs for fire safety and emergency response procedures.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate training effectiveness and participant comprehension.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions using firefighting equipment and tools.
- Collaborated with department leaders to identify training needs and improve program offerings.
Fire Lieutenant
Charles City Fire Rescue
Charles City, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Supervised emergency response operations, ensuring team adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
- Trained new firefighters in equipment handling and emergency response techniques.
- Coordinated fire suppression activities during emergency incidents, optimizing resource deployment.
- Conducted regular drills to enhance team readiness and response times for various emergencies.
- Supervised emergency response operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and effective resource allocation.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering skill development and promoting teamwork during high-pressure situations.
Training Lieutenant
Abingdon Vol Fire and Rescue
Hayes, VA
02.1996 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs for firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
- Coordinated live drills to enhance team readiness and operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and performance assessments.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations during training activities.
- Designed scenario-based exercises to test trainees'' skills in real-world situations, enhancing their problem-solving abilities.
- Delivered customized training programs tailored to individual learning styles and skill levels for maximum effectiveness.
- Trained over 100 students with graduation rate of over 80%.
Master Firefighter
James City County Fire Department
Williamsburg, VA
01.2000 - 03.2023
- Led emergency response operations, ensuring effective coordination among team members during critical incidents.
- Developed and implemented training programs, enhancing firefighter readiness and operational efficiency.
- Conducted fire safety inspections, identifying hazards and recommending corrective measures to ensure community safety.
- Oversaw maintenance of firefighting equipment, guaranteeing operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of teamwork and accountability.
- Improved fire department''s response times by participating in continuous training exercises and drills.
- Completed accurate incident reports promptly after each call, contributing to clear communication within the department.
- Extinguished fires efficiently by utilizing advanced firefighting techniques and equipment.
- Participated in specialized training courses to expand knowledge of firefighting tactics, enhancing overall job performance.
- Enhanced emergency medical services by maintaining certifications in CPR, first aid, and EMT-Basic.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to develop coordinated strategies for combating complex fires and emergencies.
- Increased team efficiency through regular maintenance of firefighting apparatuses, ensuring readiness for all emergencies.
- Served as a mentor to new firefighters, guiding them through rigorous training programs to ensure their success in the field.
- Maintained physical fitness levels required for the demands of firefighting duties through regular exercise and conditioning routines.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Administration
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA05-2009
Course Completion - Safety Though Leadership
VA Fire Company Officers Academy
Richmond VA06.2007
Skills
- Lead by example is showing your willing to do the right thing
- Positive attitude sets the tone for work and learning
- Extremely reliable always early to work and ready to service the citizens
- Thinks outside the box not every textbook answer is correct
- Incident command
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Charles City Fire Rescue
11.2023 - Current
Training Officer Lieutenant
Charles City Fire Rescue
01.2023 - Current
Master Firefighter
James City County Fire Department
01.2000 - 03.2023
Training Lieutenant
Abingdon Vol Fire and Rescue
02.1996 - Current
Course Completion - Safety Though Leadership
VA Fire Company Officers Academy
Associate of Science - Fire Administration
Thomas Nelson Community College