Nicholas Schnoes

  

Biography:

Military Experience: 20.1 years

Work Experience: 8.2 years

Work Experience:

Dynamic and results-driven leader with over 20 years of expertise in operations management, personnel supervision, and large-scale project execution. My career spans military and civilian sectors, where I have excelled in training, inspections, safety programs, and resource optimization. With a proven ability to manage complex projects and foster relationships with diverse stakeholders, I specialize in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance organizational performance. My adaptability and focus on measurable outcomes have been demonstrated in high-pressure environments, emergency response, and infrastructure development. I am eager to bring this breadth of experience and leadership to drive success in an organization.

Military Service:

  • Rank: Master Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Air Force

    Period: January 2004 - March 2024

    Occupation: Fire Protection Craftsman

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

    Duties Description:

    Dedicated firefighter with 20 years of experience specializing in fire suppression, emergency medical response, and public safety education. Skilled in operating and maintaining firefighting equipment, performing search and rescue operations, and mitigating hazardous materials incidents. Played a key role in training new recruits, developing safety protocols, and conducting fire inspections to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations. Collaborated with emergency services and community stakeholders to respond to natural disasters, structure fires, and medical emergencies, ensuring the protection of lives and property. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure, make critical decisions in high-stress situations, and lead teams in achieving operational success. 

    Training courses:

    • Meritorious Service Medal 2024
    • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal 2024
    • Meritorious Service Medal 2020
    • Meritorious Service Medal 2019
    • Commendation Service Medal 2015
    • Commendation Service Medal 2011
    • Achievement Service Medal 2014
    • Achievement Service Medal 2010
    • 2019, 2020 and 2021 Major Command Best Large Fire Department of the Year
    • 2022 Air Force Best Large Fire Department of the Year
    • Air Mobility Command Fire Prevention Program of the Year 2022
    • Squadron Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter 2023
    • Squadron Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter 2022
    • Squadron Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter 2019
    • Squadron Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Instructor of the Year 2019
    • Training Group Daughters of the American Revolution Instructor of the Year 2019
    • Squadron Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Instructor of the Quarter 2018
    • Air Education Training Command Fire Instructor of the Year 2018
    • Wing Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter 2018
    • 2 Air Force Fire Instructor of the Year 2016
    • Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter 2016
    • Non-Commissioned Officer Instructor of the Quarter 2016

Work history:

  • Job Title: Deputy Fire Chief

    Company: United States Air Force

    Period: October 2020 - February 2024

    Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

    • Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter
    • 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 Air Mobility Commands Best Large Fire Department of the Year
    • Coordinated with 428 international contractors to oversee $246 million in active projects, ensuring mission-critical systems remained operational.
    Role Description:

    Senior Enlisted Leader for a team of 155 military, civilian, and contract firefighters supporting the Air Force's largest C-17 fleet, valued at $9 billion. Oversaw operations at Charleston International Airport, servicing 1 million passengers and 120,000 flights annually. Fulfilled flight superintendent duties, ensuring deployment readiness and the health and welfare of 71 military personnel. Developed local community response plans, mutual aid agreements, and FAA joint use agreements, while coordinating joint-service training with 67 mission partners. Served as Incident Commander for major incidents, managing 7 fire stations and $13 million in response vehicles across 24,000 acres, safeguarding 90,000 personnel.  

  • Job Title: Civil Engineer Superintendent

    Company: United States Air Force

    Period: October 2019 - September 2020

    Role Description:

    Led Civil Engineer operations at the Department of Defense's northernmost base, supporting 4 Combat Commands, 2 U.S. Space Force units, North American Aerospace Defense Command, Defense Logistics Agency, NATO, NASA, and NSF Arctic missions. Oversaw the engineering contract officer representative team, facilitating the execution of a $129 million maintenance contract for missile warning, satellite command and control, and space domain awareness. Managed a $1.2 million budget for maintenance, repair, and construction across a 254-square-mile defense area, supporting logistics staging for 3 NATO bases. Coordinated construction maintenance teams and 428 international contractors, tracked $246 million in active projects and ensured minimal downtime for upgraded early warning radar and Air Force Satellite Control Network missions. 

  • Job Title: Section Chief, Fire Officer/Fire Marshal & National Incident Management Courses

    Company: United States Air Force

    Period: December 2015 - September 2019

    Role Description:

    Led and supervised Fire Officer II/III/IV training, Fire Marshal programs, and National Incident Management System 300/400 courses; managed 3,700 hours of advanced fire officer training annually. Coached 9 joint
    service instructors in delivering both in-resident and mobile courses, developing 747 executive fire managers for the Department of Defense each fiscal year. Oversaw a budget of $4.3 million for training assets, validated
    instructor qualification records, and awarded 2,400 CCAF credits annually.  

Education:

  • Community College of the Air Force

    Associate's Degree – Applied Science, Fire Science

    Period: April 2015 - April 2015

  • Community College of the Air Force

    Associate's Degree – Applied Science, Instructor of Technology and Military Science

    Period: October 2016 - October 2016

  • Airman Leadership School

    Other – Leadership

    Period: September 2009 - September 2009

  • USAF Non-Commissioned Officer Academy

    Other – Leadership

    Period: September 2015 - September 2015

  • USAF Senior-Non Commissioned Officer Academy

    Other – Leadership

    Period: April 2015 - December 2016

  • Air Force Institute of Technology

    Other – Fire & Emergency Services Flight Superintendent Course

    Period: April 2019 - April 2019

  • Air University

    Other – Professional Manager Certification

    Period: March 2018 - March 2018

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