Alvin Critzer
County of Dinwiddie
Midlothian,VA
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Dedicated Firefighter and EMT experienced in structural firefighting, emergency medical response, and community education. Mentored junior firefighters and led public safety initiatives through effective team collaboration and strategic communication. Focused on enhancing community safety and achieving operational goals under pressure.
Work History
Firefighter /Emergency Medical Technician
6 Years 10 Months- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely rescue and firefighting services in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members during drills and training exercises to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Mentored junior firefighters, delivering training on techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Led community education programs on fire safety awareness, fostering stronger public engagement in prevention efforts.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
Firefighter
13 Years- Responded to emergency calls, assessing situations and implementing appropriate firefighting strategies.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Led community outreach initiatives, promoting fire safety awareness and education among residents.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Trained new recruits in fire suppression techniques, improving team efficiency and readiness.
Firefighter EMT
4 Years- Led training sessions for new recruits, focusing on safety practices and efficient use of firefighting equipment.
- Mentored junior firefighters, enhancing their skills in emergency response protocols and firefighting techniques.
- Participated in community outreach programs, educating the public on fire prevention and safety measures.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Conducted inspections of fire equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational readiness.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Conducted search and rescue operations during natural disasters, locating trapped individuals and providing assistance as needed.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Fire suppression
Structural firefighting
Fire pump operation
Apparatus inspection
Medical response
First aid certified
Vehicle extrication
Fire prevention
Fire safety
Fire safety training
Public education
Technical rescue
Community education
Crisis management
Certification
- CFI - Certified Fire Inspector in NC
- Safety Diver ERD 1&2
- Underwater criminal investigator and wide area search
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- Fire fighter 1 and 2
- Fire Officer1
- Fire Instructor 1
- FF 1&2 Train the trainer
- Fema leadership courses
Timeline
Firefighter /Emergency Medical Technician
County of Dinwiddie
10.2019 - CurrentRead More
Firefighter
County of Henrico
02.2004 - 02.2017Read More
Firefighter EMT
Jacksonville Fire Department
01.2000 - 01.2004Read More
Southwest Highschool
High School Diploma
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