Ashmond Williams
Fort Walton Beach,Florida
Summary
Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 9 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Department Of Defense Air Force
02.2021 - Current
- 72 Hrs per week.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, enhancing communication and teamwork in emergency scenarios.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Strengthened interdepartmental relationships through participation in joint training exercises with neighboring fire departments.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and other emergency services during large-scale emergencies for coordinated response efforts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
Fort Worth, TX05-2013
Skills
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Detailed Reporting
- Hazard Identification
- Basic Life Support
- Emergency Support
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Critical Thinking
- Dispatch Recordkeeping
- Effective Communication
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Inquiries
Certification
- Airport Firefighter
- Driver/Operator ARFF
- Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply
- Driver/Operator Pumper
- Fire Instructor I
- Fire Officer I
- Firefighter I
- Firefighter II
- Hazardous Materials Awareness
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Hazardous Materials Technician
- Hazardous Ops- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazmat Ops- Product Control
Timeline
Firefighter
Department Of Defense Air Force
02.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School