Andrew Knauf
Montgomery
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Houston Fire Cadet
Houston Fire Department
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Strengthened teamwork skills by routinely taking part in collaborative training sessions and group-based decision-making exercises.
- Completed extensive physical fitness training to ensure readiness for strenuous demands of firefighting profession.
- Developed techniques in firefighting, hazardous materials and emergency medical responses.
- Furthered technical understanding of fire behavior, suppression tactics, hazardous materials handling, first aid administration, and rescue operations throughout cadetship.
- Increased team effectiveness by maintaining clear communication with peers and supervisors during high-pressure scenarios.
- Gained hands-on experience with various types of firefighting equipment, becoming proficient in their operation and maintenance.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
Collateral Duty Inspector
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 07.2023
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of a wide range of collateral types, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Streamlined the inspection process for increased efficiency by implementing standardized procedures and checklists.
- Reduced errors in collateral evaluations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines.
- Ensured timely completion of inspections by effectively managing competing priorities and adjusting schedules as needed.
- Supported management decisions by providing accurate, timely data on inspected collateral items and their respective values.
- Maintained detailed records and documentation for all completed inspections, ensuring full transparency and accountability.
- Contributed to team success by meeting or exceeding standards for productivity, quality, timeliness and customer.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Managed efficient teams of up to three Marines.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
Education
General Studies
Conroe Highschool
Conroe, TX05-2019
Skills
- Physical fitness
- Personal protective equipment use
- Rescue operations
- Teamwork and communication
- Equipment inspection and maintenance
- First aid and CPR
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Firefighter 1 and 2
- EMT Basic
- Hazmat Awareness
Timeline
Houston Fire Cadet
Houston Fire Department
08.2024 - 04.2025
Collateral Duty Inspector
United States Marine Corps
07.2019 - 07.2023
General Studies
Conroe Highschool
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