Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. 1 year and counting of fire experience but always ready to learn new techniques to help do my job as efficient as possible. Disciplined by choice and will keep pushing forward to better myself as a Firefighter for better service for the people of the county.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Dona Ana County Fire Rescue
Las Cruces
10.2024 - Current
Responded to emergency calls and assessed incident scenes for safety.
Operated firefighting equipment to control and extinguish fires effectively.
Collaborated with team members during drills and training exercises.
Educated the public on fire prevention techniques and safety measures.
Communicate effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Immediate response to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
Stocking Associate
Walmart
El Paso
11.2020 - 09.2024
Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure product availability.
Organized inventory in backroom for efficient retrieval and storage.
Maintained cleanliness of sales floor and stock areas for safety compliance.
Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries promptly.
Monitored product expiration dates and removed outdated items regularly.
Operated equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and electric pallet jacks for moving heavy items safely.
Assisted customers in locating products on the shelf or in the backroom.
Organized backroom areas, ensuring all items were properly stored and labeled.
Broke down and discarded empty packaging and boxes after stocking products.
Unloaded goods using hand trucks or other equipment to receive merchandise.
Stocked merchandise by UPC codes and read labels to match.
Operated tracking scanners to update and maintain accurate inventory information.
Rotated stock from older to newer product when necessary to ensure quality control standards.
Assisted customers with carrying large purchases out of the store.
Palletized merchandise for easy movement to sales floor locations.
Shift Leader
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
El Paso
03.2020 - 02.2021
Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient service and customer satisfaction.
Trained new team members on food preparation and safety protocols.
Managed inventory levels to maintain stock availability and reduce waste.
Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
Maintained an organized work environment by delegating tasks to staff as needed.
Checked orders for quality and completeness.
Supervised the cleaning of dining areas, restrooms, kitchen equipment, and floors in order to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for customers and staff alike.
Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations.
Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
Monitored employee performance and provided feedback for improvement.
Counted and balanced registers.
Crew Member
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
El Paso
12.2019 - 03.2020
Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
Assisted in training new crew members on daily operations and customer service.
Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service during peak hours.
Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance satisfaction experience.
Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
Provided good customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Packaged menu items into bags or trays and placed drink orders into carriers.
Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
Organized dining room tables with condiments, napkins and other necessities prior to seating guests.
Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
Operated ice cream machines and maintained equipment for optimal performance.
Stocked inventory of supplies needed for making ice cream including mix-ins, sprinkles, sauces.
Followed strict health and safety guidelines when handling food products.
Troubleshot minor problems with equipment quickly while minimizing disruption to workflow.
Broke down, cleaned and sanitized work stations at end of shift.
Cook
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
El Paso
05.2019 - 12.2019
Prepared and cooked menu items according to Dairy Queen standards.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas.
Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during high-volume service.
Assisted in training new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed for smooth operations.
Provided excellent customer service by addressing special requests or concerns promptly.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables ahead of rush periods.
Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Cook
Sonic
Las Cruces
03.2018 - 01.2019
Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety guidelines in food handling.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
Prepared menu items following established recipes and quality standards.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
Education
Gadsden High School
Anthony, NM
Skills
Emergency response
Fire suppression
Equipment maintenance
Safety inspections
Team collaboration
Public education
Critical thinking
Vehicle extrication
Trauma assessments
Medical assessments
Fire suppression techniques
Public assistance and support
Apparatus maintenance
Apparatus inspection
Bilingual communication
CPR and BLS certification
Basic life support
Ambulance driving
Forklift operation
Heavy lifting for rescue operations and proper equipment usage