Benjamin Barrett
West Branch,IA
Summary
I would like the opportunity to secure a leadership position on a progressive Fire Department where I can utilize and enhance skills I have developed throughout my professional career. To use my knowledge and experience to promote the professional development of my peers.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Muscatine Fire Department
Muscatine, IA
10.2019 - Current
- Provide all hazard emergency services and public education for the City of Muscatine.
Part-time EMT
Johnson County Ambulance Service
Iowa City, IA
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Work on a part time and as needed for events.
Journeyman Plumber
Mulford Plumbing and Heating
Coralville, IA
02.2011 - 05.2020
- In charge of installation of plumbing in new construction
- Managing job sites and mentoring apprentices.
Shift Manager
Gary's Foods
Mount Vernon, IA
12.1999 - 02.2011
- Supervisor on shift of 8-12 employees
- Provide exceptional customer service.
Tuck Pointer
William Sewell and Company
Mount Vernon, IA
04.2005 - 01.2011
- Responsible for sealing foundations, caulking and tuck-pointing masonry constructed buildings, primarily for the University of Iowa and surrounding areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School
Mount Vernon, IA05.2005
Skills
Critical thinker with twenty plus years of customer service background
Skilled tradesman of over ten years, and extensive knowledge of building construction
Able to effectively communicate with team members in high stress situations
Fifteen years as a Volunteer Firefighter
Professionally trained Locksmith
Certification
NREMT certified Paramedic
State of Iowa Critical Care Paramedic
Firefighter 1 & 2
Hazardous Material Technician
Pro Board certified Confined Space Technician
Driver Operator Pumper/Aerial
Journeyman Plumber
Fire Inspector 1
CMC rope rescue technician 1 & 2
Scott SCBA specialist
Instructor 1
Fire officer 1
References
Jim Mulford Master Plumber/Owner of Mulford Plumbing (319) 631-0634
Kevin Stoolman Chief/West Branch Fire and Rescue (319) 631-3447
Other Experience
Career Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Muscatine (2019-present)
Current Advisor for Muscatine Fire’s Explorer post (youth group)
Member of Hills Fire Department (volunteer 2011-13)
Member of Mount Vernon Fire Department (volunteer 2009-11)
Operate at an EMT level responding to Fire and Ems with a call volume of 600 plus calls a year. Truck Captain, Scene Captain with West Branch Fire and Rescue. (volunteer 2013-present)
IAFF Center of Excellence alumni
Active member of Muscatine's Peer Support Team
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Muscatine Fire Department
10.2019 - Current
Part-time EMT
Johnson County Ambulance Service
07.2017 - 12.2021
Journeyman Plumber
Mulford Plumbing and Heating
02.2011 - 05.2020
Tuck Pointer
William Sewell and Company
04.2005 - 01.2011
Shift Manager
Gary's Foods
12.1999 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School
NREMT certified Paramedic
State of Iowa Critical Care Paramedic
Firefighter 1 & 2
Hazardous Material Technician
Pro Board certified Confined Space Technician
Driver Operator Pumper/Aerial
Journeyman Plumber
Fire Inspector 1
CMC rope rescue technician 1 & 2
Scott SCBA specialist
Instructor 1
Fire officer 1
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