Andrew Tanner
Greenacres,United States
Summary
Experienced firefighting professional with a decade of hands-on expertise in emergency response and life-saving techniques through the Department of Defense. Known for strong focus on collaboration and adaptability in dynamic and stressful environments. Dependable team player skilled in equipment maintenance and fire suppression strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/NREMT
Fairchild Air Force Base Fire Department
09.2023 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to in-flight and ground emergencies for transient and assigned aircraft to include hydraulic leaks, engine failures, hot brakes, APU fires, smoke in the cockpit, etc.
- Conduct regular familiarization with aircraft hazards, shut-down, suppression, and rescue procedures.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, crash vehicles and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Participate in training and drills to maintain and improve the skills and requirements to safely and efficiently perform emergency response tactics.
- Frequently fill the role of lead firefighter of three or more firefighters during training scenarios
- Lead trainer for vehicles and apparatus, assisting coworkers in acquiring certifications and licenses
- Core member of Hazardous Materials program
Crew Chief, Driver/Operator
United States Air Force
09.2018 - 09.2023
- Inspected, maintained and operated firefighting vehicles such as structural pumpers, ARFF, rescue, and other vehicles as a Driver/Operator.
- Safely and efficiently navigated roadways to the scene using predetermined routes and positioning the vehicle considering factors such as wind direction, sources of water, and other hazards.
- Performed hydraulic calculations as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, and friction loss, for any given emergency
- Led crews to accomplish goals and objectives to mitigate hazards on many types of emergencies, assessing risks, and emphasizing safety as a Crew Chief.
- Maintained the order and direction of all on-shift personnel and their activities to include accomplishing assigned training, creating schedules, and overseeing maintenance, inspections, details, and other daily tasks as a Station Chief.
- Acquired and maintained a current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) certification and acted as Lead Medic (BLS) in the absence of assigned Medics.
- Actively participated in shift training, regularly instructing, and working with young Airmen to develop their knowledge and skills.
- Mitigated HazMat incidents as a member of a Hazardous Materials Team utilizing knowledge of emergency response procedures, use of equipment, substance identification, mitigation actions and ability to conduct Hazmat incident analysis.
- Utilized knowledge of building design, construction, layout, contents and occupancy to perform building inspections.
- Operated complex communications equipment consisting of radios, enhanced 911 system, fire alarm reporting systems and telephones to quickly and effectively dispatch crews to emergencies as an alarm room operator.
- Acquired Wildland Red Card, and responded as a Firefighter Type 2 to Wildland Fire Emergencies.
- Managed and assisted with a multitude of programs including hose testing, equipment, SCBA, AFTO 88s, & PPE.
- Completed a 5-week leadership course; supervised two Airmen.
Firefighter, Driver/Operator
United States Air Force
03.2015 - 09.2018
- Accomplished vast OJT and proficiency in various firefighting skills including catching hydrants, deploying handlines, inspecting and maintaining equipment, mitigating hazards during training and real world emergencies under the supervision of a fire officer.
- Acquired multiple certifications and relevant licenses to include driver/operator ARFF, pumper, MWS, telecommunicator I/II, Haz-Mat Technician, & Confined Space/Rope Rescue Technician.
- Safely and efficiently navigate roadways to the scene using predetermined routes and positioning the vehicle considering factors such as wind direction, sources of water, and other hazards.
- Performed hydraulic calculations as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, and friction loss, for any given emergency.
- Operated complex communications equipment consisting of radios, enhanced 911 system, fire alarm reporting systems and telephones to quickly and effectively dispatch crews to emergencies as an ECC operator.
- Mitigated Haz-Mat incidents as a member of a Hazardous Materials Team utilizing knowledge of emergency response procedures, use of equipment, substance identification, mitigation actions and ability to conduct Hazmat incident analysis.
- Assisted with a multitude of programs including hose testing, PPE ensemble cleaning, nozzle programs.
- Worked well with other firefighters under emergency and day-to-day operations.
- Able to move and carry heavy loads as needed in station as well as on the scene of an emergency.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent -
Duncan U. Fletcher High School
Jacksonville, FL06.2008
Some college (no degree) - General Education towards Associate's Degree
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FLSome college (no degree) -
Louis F. Garland
San Angelo, TX03.2015
Associate's degree - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force
Gunter AFB, AL11.2022
Skills
- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
- NREMT/Basic Life Support
- Emergency Response
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Radio Communication Proficiency
- Map Reading and Navigation
Certification
- Airport Firefighter, IFSC 1978419, 03/23/15
- Firefighter I, IFSC 1978417, 03/23/15
- Firefighter II, IFSC 1978418, 03/23/15
- Hazardous Materials Awareness, IFSC 1978415, 03/23/15
- Hazardous Materials Operations with PPE and Product Control, IFSC 1978416, 03/23/15
- Driver/Operator ARFF, IFSC 1989204, 06/08/15
- Driver/Operator Pumper, IFSC 1993987, 10/22/15
- Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply, IFSC 1999938, 01/11/16
- Driver/Operator Aerial, IFSC 2381055, 10/21/19
- Hazardous Materials Technician, IFSC 2151685, 06/05/17
- Public Telecommunicator I/II, IFSC 2006459, 04/13/16
- Rescue Technician with Confined Space & Rope Rescue I/II, IFSC 2153025, 06/27/17
- Fire Instructor I, IFSC 2394721, 06/29/20
- Fire Officer I, IFSC 2620957, 05/17/22
- Fire Inspector I, IFSC 2796678, 08/01/23
- Incident Command System 300/400, 02/17/23
- Incident Safety Officer, Completed/Processing
- DoD Officer Book, 05/2024-Present
References
- Tylor Domino, 5099957577, Tylor.domino@gmail.com, professional
- Mike Satola, 5098697007, satola327@gmail.com, professional
- Ethan Sudtelgte, 7123019046, Ethansudtelgte@gmail.com, personal
Timeline
Firefighter/NREMT
Fairchild Air Force Base Fire Department
09.2023 - Current
Crew Chief, Driver/Operator
United States Air Force
09.2018 - 09.2023
Firefighter, Driver/Operator
United States Air Force
03.2015 - 09.2018
- Airport Firefighter, IFSC 1978419, 03/23/15
- Firefighter I, IFSC 1978417, 03/23/15
- Firefighter II, IFSC 1978418, 03/23/15
- Hazardous Materials Awareness, IFSC 1978415, 03/23/15
- Hazardous Materials Operations with PPE and Product Control, IFSC 1978416, 03/23/15
- Driver/Operator ARFF, IFSC 1989204, 06/08/15
- Driver/Operator Pumper, IFSC 1993987, 10/22/15
- Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply, IFSC 1999938, 01/11/16
- Driver/Operator Aerial, IFSC 2381055, 10/21/19
- Hazardous Materials Technician, IFSC 2151685, 06/05/17
- Public Telecommunicator I/II, IFSC 2006459, 04/13/16
- Rescue Technician with Confined Space & Rope Rescue I/II, IFSC 2153025, 06/27/17
- Fire Instructor I, IFSC 2394721, 06/29/20
- Fire Officer I, IFSC 2620957, 05/17/22
- Fire Inspector I, IFSC 2796678, 08/01/23
- Incident Command System 300/400, 02/17/23
- Incident Safety Officer, Completed/Processing
- DoD Officer Book, 05/2024-Present
High school diploma or equivalent -
Duncan U. Fletcher High School
Some college (no degree) - General Education towards Associate's Degree
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Some college (no degree) -
Louis F. Garland
Associate's degree - Fire Science
Community College of The Air Force
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