Diligent Firefighter promoting a background in emergency support and medical response coupled with fire suppression techniques. Possessing the skills needed to be a valued member of a highly effective team. Looking to tackle new challenges with an organization that appreciates an employee with great integrity and reliability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Town of Clayton
Clayton , NC
03.2022 - Current
Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
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.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
Maintained a clean and orderly work station.
Respond to medical emergencies and provide BLS care to the sick and injured.
Drive JCEMS ambulances to the closest appropriate facility.
Maintain currency on EMT skills and training.
Volunteer Firefighter
Fairview Rural Fire Department
Raleigh, NC
06.2010 - Current
Immediately reported fires, accidents and other safety hazards.
Acted as first responder for medical emergencies, included incoming calls and code red situations.
Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues that occurred while on duty.
Provided emergency treatment and medical care to people who were injured in accidents and fires.
Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
Conducted search and rescue operations and quickly analyzed all medical emergencies as well as administered first aid to injured persons.
Responded to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.
Met with members of the community to provide information on ways to prevent fires and to offer fire safety tips.
Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels, or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Laid hose lines, operated nozzles, pumps, and hydrants and utilized fire extinguishers and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.
Transferred, lifted and moved patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.
Responded to medical emergencies, alarms, and bomb threats.
Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated the emergency to direct company operations.
Responded to fire alarms and used job-specific equipment, including operating pumps, aerial ladders, and auxiliary equipment.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Town of Wake Forest
Wake Forest, NC
08.2023 - 01.2025
Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
Conduct training to remain current on tactics as well as for the better cohesion of multiple fire companies.
Participate in EMS continuing education to maintain certifications.
Clean and maintain facilities and apparatus for operation.
Communications Specialist
Duke Life Flight
Durham , NC
04.2019 - 09.2021
Field requests for the transport of sick and injured patients by ground and air
Input data into computer systems in accordance with Policies and procedures
Provide documentation in computer systems for the transport of specialty care patients
Track and maintain radio contact with aircraft operated by the program as well as from visiting programs.
Pass along patient updates and eta's between care teams and hospital units.
Maintain an orderly work area and protect PHI
File paperwork and transport information in accordance with policy.
Dispatch ground and air ambulances to scene and interfacility transports providing accurate information
EMT-Basic
Duke Life Flight
Durham, NC
03.2018 - 09.2021
Complete daily maintenance and checks on transport ambulances. Aid other providers in the transport and care of critical, advanced and basic level patients. Restock after calls. Clean outside and inside of transport ambulances and operate handheld radios
EMT-Basic
North State Medical Transport
Raleigh, NC
01.2017 - 02.2018
Evaluated patients’ medical status and monitored vital signs to provide appropriate care.
Developed a strong rapport with other medical professionals, including local hospital staff, to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Operated emergency vehicles with a focus on safety and efficiency while in transit.
Ensured that programs conformed to federal, state, county and city codes and laws.
Resident Fire Fighter/EMT-Basic
Pinecroft-Sedgefield Fire District
Greensboro, NC
05.2016 - 07.2017
Transferred, lifted and moved patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.
Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels, or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
Responded to fire alarms and used job-specific equipment, including operating pumps, aerial ladders, and auxiliary equipment.
Attended trainings to maintain a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
Met with members of the community to provide information on ways to prevent fires and to offer fire safety tips.
Ensured that hoses were laid out and properly connected to fire hydrants for fire suppression.
Checked all equipment, including hoses and breathing masks after a fire call to make sure that it was thoroughly cleaned and working properly.
Responded to medical emergencies, alarms, and bomb threats.
Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated the emergency to direct company operations.
Laid hose lines, operated nozzles, pumps, and hydrants and utilized fire extinguishers and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.
Provided emergency treatment and medical care to people who were injured in accidents and fires.
Drove and operated an ambulance or other apparatus as assigned and operated as a member of the medic engine or medic truck company.
Night Stocker
Grocery Boy Junior
Raleigh, NC
10.2014 - 03.2015
Worked as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers.
Completed floor replenishment to guarantee size availability and promote customer satisfaction.
Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs.
Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion.
Kept the showroom clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays.
Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport.
Communicated store policy violations to the leadership team in a timely manner.
Placed special merchandise orders for customers.
Unloaded trucks, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out on the floor for customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Services Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
05-2026
Associate of Science - General Education
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
Skills
Firefighting Techniques
EMS expertise
Ambulance driving
Medical assessments
First aid certified
Incident safety
Technical Rescue: General
Technical Rescue: Water Specialty
Technical Rescue: Vehicle Specialty
Ladder operation
Apparatus maintenance
Life and property protection
Public education
Medical response
Emergency response
Time and resource allocation
Facility Maintenance
Accomplishments
Nick Wallace award for sportsmanship
2013-2014 Jr. Firefighter of the year
Certification
EMT-Basic
BLS
PEPP
NC Firefighter 1&2
NC Technical Rescuer General
NC Technical Rescuer Water
NC Technical Rescuer Vehicle
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Town of Wake Forest
08.2023 - 01.2025
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Town of Clayton
03.2022 - Current
Communications Specialist
Duke Life Flight
04.2019 - 09.2021
EMT-Basic
Duke Life Flight
03.2018 - 09.2021
EMT-Basic
North State Medical Transport
01.2017 - 02.2018
Resident Fire Fighter/EMT-Basic
Pinecroft-Sedgefield Fire District
05.2016 - 07.2017
Night Stocker
Grocery Boy Junior
10.2014 - 03.2015
Volunteer Firefighter
Fairview Rural Fire Department
06.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Fire Services Administration
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Science - General Education
Wake Technical Community College
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