ABEL CHOLICO
Reno
Summary
Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of controlling and suppressing fires while ensuring public safety. Skilled in emergency response, rescue operations, and public education. Offering 15 years of experience in efficiently responding to structural fire, military aircraft and EMS alarms. Proficient performing medical emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures. Organized and dependable with military background successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Department Of Defense (Navy)
Fallon, NV
04.2019 - Current
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, ARFF vehicles, ladders, ambulance and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
- Assisted in training new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies
- Responded to Aircraft emergencies on military airfield with knowledge of rescue to multiple types of military Aircraft such as F/18, F35, F-5, C-2, C-130, F-16.
Firefighter / Navy Chief
U.S. Navy (Reserves)
Fallon, NV
04.2017 - Current
- Perform as a Navy Chief / lead Firefighter to 5 DETS with over 50 firefighters.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
- Oversee equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $500,000 for 5 Detachments
- Managed the launch and recovery of aircraft on military airfield for customs and immigration
- Performed crash and salvage duties in connection of aircraft launch and recovery
- Manage and enforce discipline to junior sailors as per Navy policies and procedures
- Assisted with training of new sailor firefighters at Navy Fire Academy and detachments.
- Oversee the departments Supply and PPE programs; cultivating Excel Spread sheets to log and track multi-million dollars’ worth of Company and Department of Defense property.
Firefighter, Army
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Conducted fire drills where I trained as a new Federal civilian firefighter
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
ABH /Aviation Boatswain Mate Handler /Firefighter Captain
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Sicily, Italy
12.2013 - 01.2017
- As a Crew chief, led over 10 navy sailors in firefighting and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Conducted periodic written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
- Mentored and supervised 10 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Aviation Boatswain Mate Handler / Firefighter
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Bremerton, WA
06.2008 - 11.2013
- Oversaw cargo handling and inspected anchoring, mooring, fueling, towing and transferring of personnel and cargo
- Oversaw underway replenishment procedures to maintain equipment used in unloading and loading cargo
- Signaled pilots manually to correct movements and prevent accidents
- Upheld strict safety standards and achieved challenging schedule targets with smooth oversight of daily launches and landings
- Stood watch during specified periods and determined geographical position of ship
- Supervised and coordinated activities of crew aboard ship
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment
- Supervised expeditious movement of aircraft on flight decks, hangar decks and ashore
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading
- Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/cybersecurity
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2015
Skills
- Time Management
- Spanish Interpreting
- Leadership experience
- Quality Standards
- Computer Literacy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
-DOD Firefighter I; Cert# 1791011
-DOD Firefighter II; Cert# 1791012
-DOD Hazardous Materials Awareness; Cert# 1791009
-DOD Hazardous Materials Operations; Cert# 1791010
-DOD Hazmat Ops-PPE; Cert# 1791010
-DOD Hazmat Ops-Product Control; Cert# 1791010
-DOD Hazardous Materials Technician; Cert# 2012957
-DOD Airport Firefighter; Cert# 1791013
-DOD Marine Fire Fighter; Cert# 214014
-DOD Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply; Cert# DD2175523
-DOD Driver/Operator Aerial; Cert# 2011077
-DOD Driver/Operator Pumper; Cert# 1865467
-DOD Driver/Operator ARFF; Cert# 1865463
-DOD Fire Inspector I; Cert# DD2383052
-DOD Fire Officer I; Cert# 2014208
-DOD Fire Instructor I; Cert# 1977959
-DOD Fire Instructor II; Cert# 257862
-NREMT-A Expiration: 03/31/2024 (NREMT #:A2032059)
-American Heart Association CPR, Exp: March 28, 2024
-Fire Safety Officer MFRI Cert# FIRE-110-R016-2016
-Rope Technical Rescuer I, Pro board Seal# BC-43067
-Rope Technical Rescuer II, Pro board Seal# BC-43068
IS-100, Introduction to Incident Command Systems
IS-200, ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents IS-700, National Incident Management System (NIMS)
IS-800, National Response Framework, an Introduction
Affiliations
Ryan Romero
Crew Chief Firefighter 775-771-7374
Professional
Rudy Marin
Federal Firefighter / Navy Firefighter 818-263-2082
rudylmarin@yahoo.com
Military Supervisor
Ali Razi
Federal Firefighter/Paramedic 714-244-9112
alisrazi84@gmail.com
Professional/Military Supervisor
Timeline
Firefighter
Department Of Defense (Navy)
04.2019 - Current
Firefighter / Navy Chief
U.S. Navy (Reserves)
04.2017 - Current
Firefighter, Army
04.2017 - 04.2019
ABH /Aviation Boatswain Mate Handler /Firefighter Captain
U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.2013 - 01.2017
Aviation Boatswain Mate Handler / Firefighter
U.S. Navy Active Duty
06.2008 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/cybersecurity
University of Phoenix