Fire Cadet
Cascadia Tech Academy
17718 NE 159th St, Brush Prairie, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Improved emergency response times by participating in rigorous training exercises and drills on a regular basis.
- Strengthened teamwork skills by routinely taking part in collaborative training sessions and group-based decision-making exercises.
- Gained hands-on experience with various types of firefighting equipment, becoming proficient in their operation and maintenance.
- Developed essential firefighting knowledge through comprehensive coursework, lectures, practical training, and simulations.
- Furthered technical understanding of fire behavior, suppression tactics, hazardous materials handling, first aid administration, and rescue operations throughout cadetship.
- Completed extensive physical fitness training to ensure readiness for strenuous demands of firefighting profession.
- Developed techniques in firefighting, hazardous materials and emergency medical responses.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities during unactive training scenes.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.