Jim Wheeler

Experience

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  Kent State University

  Jan 1988 - Jan 1990

  Certificated Flight Instructor - CFIIME
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  Independence Fire Department

  Jul 1993 - now

  Primary responsibilities include providing direct supervision and training for the department. This includes:-Assisting the Fire Chief with short and long range department goals, conferring with the city administration and civilians as necessary-Keeping updated with various city, state and federal laws as they apply to the department-Budgetary concerns for both employee benefits and operational costs-Personnel management, counseling, and evaluation-Community relations The company officer works under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief and Fire Chief. This position requires the ability to assign work, inspect performance, train full and part time personnel, and perform other tasks to maintain readiness for daily and emergency operations.

  • Assistant Chief

    Aug 2013 - now

  • Fire Lieutenant

    Oct 2010 - Aug 2013

  • Firefighter/Paramedic

    Jul 1993 - Oct 2010
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  Hiram Fire Department

  Nov 1993 - Dec 2009

  Firefighter/Paramedic
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  Southwest Enforcement Bureau

  Jun 1999 - Jan 2012

  Tactical Paramedic

  Medical backup for SWAT operations. Providing for preventative medical needs during short, and sustained tactical scenarios. Received training in medical care under hostile conditions, as well as medical threat assessments in a tactical environment.

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  Avit Flight Academy

  Mar 2023 - now

  Flight Instructor - CFIIME

  Develop curricula, instruct students in a classroom setting, conduct training flights, determine student proficiency, report on student progress and develop new teaching methods. Responsible for training students in subjects such as aircraft systems, operating procedures, handling emergencies, problem analysis, aircraft navigation, radio operation and aerodynamics.