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Colby Grayson

Owensboro

Summary

Driver/Engineer with Owensboro Fire Department applying solutions to real world problems. Utilizes skills to enhance operational efficiency. SCBA repair technician for MSA. Known for mechanical mindset, effective communication and innovative solutions. Experienced with applying engineering principles to real-world problems, leading to impactful solutions.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineer

Owensboro Fire Department
09.2013 - Current
  • Designed and implemented solutions for fire safety and response improvements.
  • Collaborated with emergency personnel to enhance operational efficiency and response times.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of fire equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Mentored junior engineers, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
  • Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.

Welder/Fabrcator/Rigging Foreman

Elite Welding and Fabrication
05.2010 - Current
  • Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components according to specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate assembly of welded structures.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance, identifying defects and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in fabrication tasks.
  • Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science

Owensboro Community And Technical College
Owensboro, KY
05-2013

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Project management
  • Project planning
  • Data analysis
  • Time management
  • System troubleshooting
  • Structural analysis
  • Electrical systems
  • System design
  • Project estimation
  • Cost analysis
  • Manufacturing processes

Certification

FEMA LOGISTICS SPECIALIST

IFSAC FF1

IFSAC FF2

IFSAC DRIVER OPERATOR

IFSAC AERIAL

IFSAC INSTRUCTOR

ICS 100

ICS 200

ISC 400

ICS 700

ICS 800

MSA SCBA REPAIR TECHNICIAN

Timeline

Engineer

Owensboro Fire Department
09.2013 - Current

Welder/Fabrcator/Rigging Foreman

Elite Welding and Fabrication
05.2010 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science

Owensboro Community And Technical College

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