Amanda Lacoste
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-B Investigator/Inspector
Terre Hate Fire Department
Terre Haute, IN
12.2002 - 10.2021
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Investigated the causes of fires to determine origin and cause.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
- Maintained current knowledge of state EMS regulations and protocols.
Emergency Medical Technician
Trans Care Ambulance
Terre Haute, IN
05.2000 - 12.2002
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and suction devices.
Nuclear Biological Chemical Specialist
Illinois Army National Guard
Paris, IL
08.1995 - 08.2001
- Provided technical advice on NBC-related issues to commanders and staff personnel.
- Developed plans for responding to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear incidents.
- Trained personnel in the use of NBC detection equipment and proper protocols for handling hazardous materials.
- Maintained inventory records of all NBC-related supplies including protective gear and medical treatments.
- Organized drills and exercises to evaluate preparedness against possible NBC threats.
- Coordinated with other military units on mutual support operations involving NBC defense.
- Conducted safety checks and inspections of Nuclear Biological Chemical equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - History
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN12-1998
Skills
- Emergency Scene Management
- Public safety and security
- Incident safety
- Report Preparation
- Building construction knowledge
Certification
- EMT-B 1998
- Firefighter I/II 1998
- Hazardous Material Technician 2008
- Fire Investigator 2019
- Fire Inspector 2019
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT-B Investigator/Inspector
Terre Hate Fire Department
12.2002 - 10.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
Trans Care Ambulance
05.2000 - 12.2002
Nuclear Biological Chemical Specialist
Illinois Army National Guard
08.1995 - 08.2001
Associate of Science - History
Vincennes University