Anthony Cero
Hampstead,MD
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
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Extinguisher Technician
WFX Fire, Lock, Security Services
Westminster , MD
2021.07 - Current
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were in working order and up to code.
- Conducted maintenance on fire suppression systems, including refilling and recharging extinguishers.
- Reviewed safety regulations with clients to ensure compliance with local laws and codes.
- Replaced damaged or expired fire extinguishers with new units.
- Educated customers on the proper use of fire extinguishers in emergency situations.
- Repaired or replaced faulty components found during inspections or testing.
- Determined appropriate steps needed to bring buildings into fire code compliance.
Firefighter
Baltimore City Fire Department
Baltimore , MD
1994.08 - 2020.09
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- 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.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- 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.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs and other relevant information.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of vehicles including checking fluid levels, tire pressure, brakes, lights.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding any changes in route or schedule.
- Maintained logs of working hours and of vehicle service status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and performed preventative maintenance when necessary.
Electrician
M&D Electric
Baltimore , MD
2017.05 - 2019.09
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Inspected electrical equipment and systems to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Constructed control panels from blueprints or schematic drawings.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to correctly assemble panels and control boxes.
- Assessed, tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.
- Placed and installed safety systems and set up emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
Education
Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
Baltimore City Fire Academy
Baltimore, MD1994-11
Fire Inspector 1&2
Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
Baltimore, MDFire Instructor 1&2
Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
Baltimore, MDFire Officer 1&2
Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Decision-Making
- Organizational Skills
- Professional Demeanor
- Self Motivation
- Reliability
- Written Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety Monitoring
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Fire Extinguisher Technician
WFX Fire, Lock, Security Services
2021.07 - Current
Electrician
M&D Electric
2017.05 - 2019.09
Firefighter
Baltimore City Fire Department
1994.08 - 2020.09
Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
Baltimore City Fire Academy
Fire Inspector 1&2
Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
Fire Instructor 1&2
Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
Fire Officer 1&2
Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
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