Anthony D. Brodt Jr.
Hanna City,IL
Summary
Dedicated emergency responder and leader offering a combination of hands-on firefighting and team building skills. Accomplished in implementation of process improvements, codes, best practices and regulations with commitment to safety and efficiency. I have a knowledge of basic computer skills including use of internet service, prepare e-mails, general correspondence, spread sheets, blue prints, etc. I have the ability and knowledge to organize, supervise, review and analyze reports, and the ability to read and present formal presentations, give oral instructions, answer inquiries and provide information and instructions to personnel within and outside own organization in a clear concise manner. I have a strong working knowledge of applicable codes and laws, the ability to maintain acceptable, cooperative relationships and communication with the public, employees and superiors as well as the ability to maintain good
employee and community relations. Above all else I have a strong commitment to the safety of all personnel, employees and the public.
employee and community relations. Above all else I have a strong commitment to the safety of all personnel, employees and the public.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Captain
City of Peoria
Peoria, Illinois
04.2010 - 04.2024
- Monitored shift activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and protocols and that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Coordinated emergency medical services during incident responses.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Prepared reports on department activities for upper management review.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents, trainings, and evaluations.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies during investigations involving arson or other criminal activity related to fires.
- Participated in training with team members, firefighters, and mutual aid departments, through use of drills, demonstrations, meetings and lectures as well as respond to various alarms and combats fire requiring the full performance of firefighting tasks of moderate to severe difficulty to protect life and property.
Field Artillery Cannon Crew Member
Illinois Army National Guard
Milan, IL
12.2008 - 12.2016
- I would be responsible for digging in and laying the m198 and m777
howitzer towed artillery piece and loading fire and clearing the weapon. - Trained to understand the technical manual to make minor repairs and routine maintenance on the m198 howitzer, FMTV wheeled vehicle and the humvee.
- Filling out the proper forms for accidents, maintenance, and being dispatched.
- Knowledge of 155mm round and its components as well as being trained in other weapon systems and their ammunition.
- Extensive weapons training of personal weapons like the M16 machine gun and hand grenades, MK19, M2 .50 caliber the M240B and the M249 automatic machine guns.
- Rappelling down towers with a harness made of rope.
- Knowledge of combat life saving skills such as introducing fluids through
a saline lock and iv bag maintenance, chest needle decompression on a tension pneumothorax victim, controlling bleeding with a combat application tourniquet and various field dressings. Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High Yield Explosives Training. - Clearing buildings in squad formations, troop tactics, and hand to hand combat.
- Pulling security at check point gates and performing anti terrorism tactics.
Firefighter
Silvis Fire Department
Silvis, Illinois
01.2004 - 01.2013
- I was a member of the hazardous material/weapons of mass destruction (WMD)
emergency response team MABAS 39 who responded to hazardous material/WMD incidents, including mutual aid departments when requested and participated in the MABAS (Mutual Aid Box Alarm System) of the state of Illinois. - Used current and calibrated equipment to detect, identify, and monitor hazardous materials and products as well as used resource materials to determine life, health, and environmental hazards and required, when needed, to set up decontamination areas and decontaminate victims, personnel and equipment.
- Participated in training with team members, firefighters, and mutual aid departments, through use of drills, demonstrations, meetings and lectures as well as respond to various alarms and combats fire requiring the full performance of firefighting tasks of moderate to severe difficulty to protect life and property.
- I have held various positions, to include, driver operator, hose man, ladder man, hydrant man, rescue man, nozzle man, salvage and overhaul team, or hand lineman. As a member of a crew assigned to an engine or aerial truck, I would arrive on scene, operate hydrants and nozzles, hand lines to my crew members, place and raise ladders for victim rescue or structure ventilation, conduct primary search for victims or location of fire, operate portable and stationary fire fighting apparatus, evacuate or rescue occupants and uses various tools to
include hand and power tools, when needed. Assist in after incident clean up of equipment to include the vehicle, tools, hoses, appliances, and protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus. - Perform rescue extrication in motor vehicle accidents, utilize rescue tools and equipment, including auto extrication tools, forcible entry tools, ropes, chains, wood blocks, air bags for vehicle stabilization.
- Participate in formalized classroom training, hands on training, on the job training, and mutual aid training with surrounding departments improving skills and working relationships.
- Preform daily checks and minimum maintenance requirements of all apparatus and equipment during daily checks. Physically inspect the various structures in the city to become familiar with the layout, nature and location of particular hazards, and the location of fire department connections, standpipes, alarm boxes, sprinkler valve rooms, water supplies (hydrants) and exposures to structure.
- Operate and maintain telephones, radios, printers, and various other devices installed in the fire station.
EMT
Andalusia Ambulance
Andalusia, IL
07.2006 - 08.2011
- As a member of an emergency response team, I would respond to emergency calls by operating an ambulance to scenes for patient care.
- Maintain current certifications of Emergency Medical Technician requirements.
- Have extensive knowledge of methods and principles involved in administering basic life support as well as using non-invasive procedures, in order to stabilize the patient before transporting to a local health care facility.
- Successfully performed emergency medical procedures for critically
or seriously ill, sick or injured patients as deemed necessary. - First aid response to include immobilization of fractures, CPR, shock treatment, assessment and treatment of poison patients.
Service Technician/Installer
Mediacom
Moline, IL
02.2003 - 08.2011
- Working with people every day trouble shooting cable issues (i.e. television service, telephones, and internet service).
- Using all types of hand tools and drills, climbing ladders, loading and unloading vehicles.
- Responsible for making sure that all cargo and supplies were arranged properly in the company vehicle, as well as, staying current with company vehicle maintenance.
- Fixing or installing telephone and coaxial outlets in homes and businesses (which has given me extensive knowledge about building construction).
- I can lift and carry up to 80 lbs on a daily basis and I am able to quickly process and comprehend instructions given to me regarding any work order.
Education
National And Illinois State License - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
Trinity Medical College
Rock Island, IL 12-2006
High School Diploma -
United Township High School
East Moline05-2002
Skills
- Adaptability
- Relationship Building
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Fire prevention
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
Certification
- Firefighter 1 - Complete in (01/05)
Certification - Firefighter 2 (03/2006)
Certification - Firefighter 3 (01/2007)
Certification - Hazmat Awareness (05/2005)
Certification - Hazmat Operations (02/2006)
Certification - Hazmat Response to Terrorism (1/2007)
Certification - Hazmat Technician A (9/2008) - License - EMT Basic National (12/2006)
License - EMT Basic Illinois state license (12/2006)
License - EMT Basic Iowa State license (1/2009) - Certificate - American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED Certification
Certificate - American Heart Association Healthcare Provider - Certificate - FEMA Incident Management IS-00700
Certificate - FEMA Incident Command IS-00800
Certificate - FEMA Incident Command IS-00100
Certificate - FEMA Incident Command IS-00200
Certificate - DOD Anti Terrorism level 1 Awareness Training
Accomplishments
- Award - First Sergeant Award , For showing professionalism that reflects great credit
upon my unit and the non commissioned officers corps. - Award - Sergeant Major's Award , For exceptional meritorious service.
Award - Army Achievement Award
Training and Special Education
- Training - Live Fire Evolutions (05/20/2006)
Training at the Quad City Fire School on structure fires. - Specialized Education - Extrication on Hybrid Cars (2004)
Class on Hybrid cars how they work and how to safely extricate people from vehicles. - Completion of Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training in the United
States Army - Additional Education - Basic Firefighting (05/2004)
At the Illinois Fire Service Institute.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire Captain
City of Peoria
04.2010 - 04.2024
Field Artillery Cannon Crew Member
Illinois Army National Guard
12.2008 - 12.2016
EMT
Andalusia Ambulance
07.2006 - 08.2011
Firefighter
Silvis Fire Department
01.2004 - 01.2013
Service Technician/Installer
Mediacom
02.2003 - 08.2011
National And Illinois State License - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
Trinity Medical College
High School Diploma -
United Township High School