Kenneth Stephenson
Gulfport
Summary
Highly motivated EHS specialist offering 8 plus years of experience in efficiently responding to fire, EMS, hazmat, and rescue operations. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Acquired numerous amounts of certifications in OSHA, FEMA, EMS, State Fire Academy, NFPA, and AXA XL
Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure the position of Fire Services Manager.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Specialist 1/ Contractor Safety
Airbus
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
Firefighter 2/Emt Basic
Ingalls Shipbuilding
10.2018 - 06.2023
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Provide fire suppression and protection for all structures and vessels.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS, Rope Rescue incidents, fire incidents. And hazardous materials incidents.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Required to cross train with safety department to become familiar with OSHA and NFPA regulations.
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Verified monthly practice of fire drills for every work shift.
Glazier
3D Glass
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Repair and install mirrors, table tops, heavy glass showers, IG windows, picture frames, and window screens.
- Fabricate and install required hardware and moldings for glass installations.
- Complete fabrication and installation of storefront areas and aluminum-framed entrances.
- Affixed glass doors to frames and bolted metal hinges, handles, locks and other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls.
- Secured glass panes into frames and sashes using clips, points or moldings, adding weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Monitor work site operations and safety to prevent hazards and cultivate efficiency.
- Follow established safety guidelines while removing broken glass prior to glass replacement.
- OSHA certification required to work on job sites.
- Illustrate commitment to high standards of quality, accuracy and service.
Firefighter/Emt Basic
Harrison County Fire Service
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS, hazardous material incidents, rope rescue operations, fire incidents, welfare checks, and MVC.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Completed training on Vector Solutions which consisted of fire, EMS, ppe, and safety training on a monthly basis.
- Maintain positive relationships with the public and provide top-level service to all members of the public.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Firefighter 2/ Emt Basic
Gulfport Fire Department
02.2015 - 10.2018
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS, hazardous material incidents, rope rescue operations, fire incidents, welfare checks, and MVC.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Provide top-level service to all members of the public.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrison Central High School
Gulfport, MS05.2010
Skills
- Customer Experience
- Attentive to Detail
- Customer Satisfaction
- Safety Protocol Knowledge
- Hazard Identification
- Operational Safety
- Incident Reporting
- Emergency Response
- Emergency Response Plans
- Policy Implementation
- Contract Management
- Risk Management
Certification
OSHA
- Occupational Safety and Health Professional
- Occupational Safety and Health Manager
- Occupational Safety and Health Specialist
- Occupational Safety and Health Supervisor
- OHS Trainer ( train-the-trainer)
- Safety Committee Chair
- Safety Committee Member.
FEMA (Incident Command Systems)
- Schools
- Higher education
- Introduction to ICS
- Healthcare and Hospitals
- Law Enforcement
- Public Works
- Federal Workers
- Food and Drug Admin
- Initial Action Incident
- Healthcare Org.
- National Incident Management
- Multiagency Coordination
- Public informations systems
- National Response Framework
- Community Hurricane Preparedness
STATE FIRE ACADEMY
- Firefighter 1001- 1-11
- Hazmat NFPA 472
- Hazmat Materials Technician
- Driver Operator NFPA 1002
- Fire Service Instructor 1041-1
- Fire Officer 1021-1-11
- Rope Rescue Technician 1
- Confined Space Rescue
- Firefighter Intervention Rescue Survival Techniques(F.I.R.S.T)
ECS
- Hazwoper 40 hour (29 CFR 1910.120(q))
- Hazwoper 8-hour Refresher
ISO
- ISO- 45001:2018 Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
- ISO-14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems
- ISO-9001:2015 Quality Management Systems
EMS
- Emergency Medical Technician.
- Basic Life Support- CPR.
NFPA
- NFPA 25 Inspecting, Testing, and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems.
AXA XL
- Basic Industrial Property Loss Prevention.
Alison Online Education
- Fire Safety
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
REFERENCES
Chris Bracken
- EHS compliance & Govern Mgr
- 2512882809
Ryan Hopkins
- Environmental Manager
- 2517763289
Chris King
- Mgr, Log Operational Excellence
- 2512983534
Timeline
EHS Specialist 1/ Contractor Safety
Airbus
06.2023 - Current
Glazier
3D Glass
06.2022 - 07.2023
Firefighter/Emt Basic
Harrison County Fire Service
03.2021 - 06.2022
Firefighter 2/Emt Basic
Ingalls Shipbuilding
10.2018 - 06.2023
Firefighter 2/ Emt Basic
Gulfport Fire Department
02.2015 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Harrison Central High School
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