Benton Norelus
Irvington Fire Department
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Certified Firefighter with over 3 years of experience in emergency response and fire safety. Spearheaded fire prevention initiatives that significantly improved community safety standards. Seeking advanced roles in emergency management to leverage expertise in hazmat handling and search and rescue operations.
3
Languages
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
6 Years 7 Months- Attains New Jersey state certification as Firefighter I/II, enhancing operational capabilities.
- Executed vehicle fire extractions and handled hazardous materials, ensuring safety during emergency situations.
- Engaged in search and rescue operations, enhancing effectiveness of emergency response efforts.
- Managed brush, wildland, and forest fires, reducing environmental impact and protecting communities.
Construction Management Assistant
2 Years 1 Month- Drafted and maintained project construction schedules, optimizing timelines and resource allocation.
- Drafted and maintained project construction schedules, optimizing timelines and ensuring resource allocation aligned with project goals.
- Managed vendor contracts by assigning tasks and ensuring deliverables were met on schedule.
- Negotiated advantageous contracts with vendors, aligning with project objectives and budget constraints.
- Managed vendor contracts by assigning tasks and tracking deliverables to ensure timely completion.
- Fostered partnerships with teams and contractors, strengthening collaboration and improving project outcomes.
- Implemented process improvements, significantly enhancing project delivery outcomes.
- Maintained open communication channels with team members and stakeholders, ensuring successful project execution.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, both in person and via phone, enhancing client satisfaction.
Print Marketing Supervisor & Production
3 Years 1 Month- Negotiated favorable rates and terms, developing detailed work scopes for diverse marketing projects to optimize budget allocation.
- Collaborated with sales management to define and communicate strategic business goals, aligning marketing initiatives with sales targets.
- Negotiates favorable rates and terms, developing work scopes for diverse marketing projects.
- Designed tailored solutions for customers using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, improving overall production quality and client satisfaction.
Sales Associate
2 Years- Conducted inventory counts for thousands of items, identifying and reconciling discrepancies to maintain stock accuracy.
- Assisted over one hundred customers per shift, enhancing their shopping experience with tailored product knowledge.
- Communicated brand philosophy and lifestyle, engaging customers and strengthening brand loyalty.
Education
High School Diploma
UCC - Mechanical Engineering
Skills
Emergency Management
Fire Prevention Expertise
Hazmat Handling
Search and Rescue
Vehicle Fire Extraction
Brush and Wildfire Management
Technical knowledge
Project Tracking
Project Management
Fireground Operations
Emergency Response Planning
Fire Investigation Techniques
Community Risk Reduction
Incident Command System
Interpersonal Skills
Public Education Outreach
Adaptability
Strong Work Ethic
Critical Thinking
Collaboration
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Firefighter I & II
- Hazmat
Languages
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Construction Management Assistant
Hamlett Management
07.2021 - 08.2023
Firefighter
Irvington Fire Department
01.2020 - Current
Print Marketing Supervisor & Production
Staples
04.2018 - 05.2021
Sales Associate
Modell's Sporting Goods
09.2014 - 09.2016
Frank H Morrell High
High School Diploma
UCC
UCC from Mechanical Engineering