Richard Hoffmann
Willamina,OR
Summary
Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
16
16
Certifications
Work History
Founder
EveryoneGetsHome.org - FallenFiance.org
22625 Business 18
05.2021 - Current
- Developing strong partnerships with other foundations (WFF and NFFF) to support https://FallenFiance.org of First Responders and Military personnel who receive zero death benefits upon ultimate sacrifice.
- Leading strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Oversee financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved economic stability.
- Guiding team members through periods of change by clearly communicating expectations and objectives.
CEO/Founder
HFT Fire And Rescue Tech. And Equip., LLC
22625 Business 18, Willamina, OR 97396
03.1998 - Current
- Execute all innovation research, development, and testing to secure two (2) patents; interviewed before 24 MIL on https://BlogTalkRadio.com as only inventor of mechanical slide-rule calculator in over fifty years.
- Set US Copyright Office record approval as author of only private sector https://HydraulicsBook.com in history.
- Copyrighted four (4) phone apps (two Android, two iOS) to improve firefighter safety and efficiency never created in history - Wildland Fire Hydraulics and Water Tender Shuttle operations.
- Manage all financial aspects of business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Provide exceptional customer service upon verifying most efficient and cost-effective design and equipment installation resolution that will establish future industry standards.
Safety Compliance Manager
G & R Auto Wrecking, Inc
Salem, OR
04.2019 - 03.2022
- Lead management to reduce injury/illness rate (six (6) at 1.24 per capita) facing termination of worker's comp insurance policy to drop 84% to only one (1) at 0.82.
- Inspired positive interpersonal relationships to instill safety programs to receive first-ever SAIF annual dividend and eliminate imminent significant fines.
- Conducted thorough investigation of accidents and incidents and fully resolved multiple OSHA complaints requiring zero follow-ups upon first and only answer.
- Wrote Emergency Action Plans, organized Zoom call Safety Meetings, and directed and logged each Emergency Evacuation Drill as required.
- Instructed all proper safety procedures, including Forklift Safety, CPR/First Aid/AED training, SFM Haz-Mat inventory, reporting demands. (NFPA 10 certified).
Hazardous Materials Instructor
TCB Northwest, Inc.
Portland, OR
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Managed course delivery, establishing clear expectations for all levels of training and experience for classes up to 25 or more.
- Adjusted refresher course subject matter to reflect students' current job position expectations and demands.
- Created practical training scenarios to simulate anticipated emergency response to maximize student preparedness.
- Initiated new learning methods and subject matter reflecting personal experience as Haz-Mat Specialist Instructor and Emergency Response Team member
Correctional Fire Captain
State Of California Department Of Corrections
Avenal, CA
02.1994 - 05.2000
- Trained/supervised/led inmate crew up to ten (10) and civilian firefighters safe and effective emergency mitigation procedures for all fire types, Haz-Mat, and medical assist incidents.
- Instructed new Correctional staff orientation SFM Emergency Procedures and injury illness prevention plan (IIPP) compliance and personal liability, supervising and training inmates to assist other primary functions facility-wide.
- Ensured all fire- and life-safety mandates were executed with all necessary documentation and reports filed as required.
- Directed/coordinated and fellow Correctional Fire Captain required Haz-Mat Specialist refresher training all annual inmate firefighter training expectations.
- Inspired positive interpersonal relationships to instill staff/inmate cooperation and minimize disciplinary concerns to maximize inmate safety and security,
- Immediately identify and redirect all disagreements before escalation upon refocus on purpose and promise to adhere to department relational standards.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports, training and fire prevention records and reports.
- Conducted firefighter selection, training and development, and performance evaluations and exit/termination process.
- Coordinated and led emergency operations with adjoining forces exercising considerable judgment to safely balance risk vs. benefit.
Firefighter/Armed Security Guard (A/Captain)
California Military Department
Camp Roberts Military Reservation
05.1985 - 02.1994
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility as a certified Fire Officer, Instructor, Investigator, Prevention Officer, and Haz-Mat Specialist.
- Organized and detail-oriented (CA DMV Commercial (Firefighter) Driving Licensing Administrator) with a strong work ethic.
- Fulfilled Acting Captain position upon demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects effectively supervising subordinate staff.
Fire Apparatus Engineer/Wildland Firefighter
California Department Of Forestry
Yreka, CA
06.1979 - 09.1986
- Graduated as TOP student at 12-Day Fire Academy (96.8%) and inspired cadets to pass at highest percentage rate (23/24) in departmental history.
- Instructed (Unit-wide) 'coil' hose lay configuration and deployment methodologies and benefits to vastly improve firefighter safety and efficiency.
- Contributed to successful firefighting strategies by effectively communicating with incident commanders and crew members during non- and emergency incidents.
- Trained all personnel in proper procedures and sophisticated firefighting and rescue/extrication equipment.
- Provided emergency medical care as lead EMT and directed personnel to remain safe establishing Medi-vac landing zones.
School Bus Driving Instructor
Durham School Services
Dallas Center, IA
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Personally recruited 15 of 28 applicants to quickly address staffing level needs.
- Created both written and practical driving training programs setting State of Iowa record: 28 of 28 passed both areas on their first and only necessary attempt.
- Invented revolutionary Right/Left turn driver skill training (http://SquareDiamond.org) course to accelerate student driver proficiency and development.
- Directed CPR/First Aid/AED training program as Lead Instructor for two (2) school districts/150 personnel.
Volunteer Firefighter/Search and Rescue Technician
Volunteer Fire Departments
Muprhys; Angels Camp; Arnold, CA/Delaware TWN, IA
09.1981 - 09.2012
- Enhanced teamwork through effective crew leadership, clear communication, and professional development.
- Performed swift water and high-angle rescue operations as Division Boss, extrication procedures, and provided BLS transporting victims executing safe driving procedures.
- Implemented strategic plans for incident management to streamline response efforts and mitigate risks associated with rescue operations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Arenautical Engineering
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASome College (No Degree) - Fire Science, Search And Rescue, EMS, Haz-Mat
Columbia College, Cuesta, American River, Napa
Sonora, CASkills
- Emergency Management
- Personnel Management
- Technical Rescue
- Hazardous Materials Response
- Public Education
- Incident Command
Accomplishments
- Secured Two (2) USPTO (Fire Protection) Patents; three (3) devices and two (2) (fire hose) methodologies
- Third and Fourth international Fire Protection patents pending
- Set a US Copyright Office approval rate record as first private sector Wildland Fire Hydraulics book in history.
- Eight (8) time entry in Marquis Who's Who in America
- Entered into IAFC 150th year Commemorative Anniversary Book
- Featured at the Ankeny City Art Center - June 2011
- Set a SAIF workers compensation illness/injury record recovery rate from 1.24 [six (6) injuries] to 0.82 per capita [one (1) injury] in only eleven months for 150 personnel in eleven facilities.
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Additional Information
Additional information
Timeline
Founder
EveryoneGetsHome.org - FallenFiance.org
05.2021 - Current
Safety Compliance Manager
G & R Auto Wrecking, Inc
04.2019 - 03.2022
Hazardous Materials Instructor
TCB Northwest, Inc.
03.2018 - 02.2021
School Bus Driving Instructor
Durham School Services
08.2013 - 06.2014
CEO/Founder
HFT Fire And Rescue Tech. And Equip., LLC
03.1998 - Current
Correctional Fire Captain
State Of California Department Of Corrections
02.1994 - 05.2000
Firefighter/Armed Security Guard (A/Captain)
California Military Department
05.1985 - 02.1994
Volunteer Firefighter/Search and Rescue Technician
Volunteer Fire Departments
09.1981 - 09.2012
Fire Apparatus Engineer/Wildland Firefighter
California Department Of Forestry
06.1979 - 09.1986
Some College (No Degree) - Arenautical Engineering
San Jose State University
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science, Search And Rescue, EMS, Haz-Mat
Columbia College, Cuesta, American River, Napa