Anthony Buckel
Oregon,IL
Summary
Accomplished Firefighter/Paramedic with a proven track record at the Village of Hoffman Estates, adept in emergency response and structural firefighting. Demonstrated leadership and stress resilience, excelling in life-saving procedures and firefighting strategies. Enhanced team efficiency and operational readiness, maintaining high standards in equipment and emergency medical treatment.
Skilled Sergeant and Machine Gunner bringing 8 years of service with the U.S. Marines. Adept at maintaining equipment and physical fitness required to support mission objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village of Hoffman Estates
02.2007 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated ambulances, engines and fire trucks with expertise knowledge and care.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Machine Gunner
United States Marine Corps
09.2000 - 09.2008
- Operated and maintained various machine gun systems, from light to heavy weapons platforms, ensuring versatility within the unit.
- Practiced clock and gun drills to maintain optimum skills.
- Enhanced team efficiency by conducting regular maintenance on machine guns and related equipment.
- Participated in numerous live-fire exercises, honing shooting accuracy and overall proficiency with various machine guns.
- Consistently achieved top marks during qualification tests for machine gun proficiency, demonstrating technical expertise in weapon systems operation.
- Provided accurate and timely fire support during missions, assisting in the achievement of strategic objectives.
- Weapons knowledge and use included pistol, rifle, rocket launchers & various machine guns.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL06.2008
Skills
Structural Firefighting
Fitness and Agility
Emergency Response
Stress tolerance and resilience
Emergency medical treatment
Driving & Maintaining Emergency Vehicles
IL Paramedic Licensed
IL FOID & CCL
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village of Hoffman Estates
02.2007 - Current
Machine Gunner
United States Marine Corps
09.2000 - 09.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
William Rainey Harper College
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