Blake Harden
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Firefighter/EMT Hazmat specialist assigned to Engine co 5 tasked with regional deployment. Experience in structural firefighting, emergency medical services, and fire safety education, notably with the City of Syracuse. Excelled in high-pressure situations, demonstrating stress tolerance and resilience. Enhanced training efficiency and firefighter safety at Mattydale Fire Department through innovative strategies and continuous skill development. Served as the Training Lt, 2 years. Training Captain 3 years as well as the Training Chief for 3 years. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
City of Syracuse
Syracuse, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- 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.
Training Chief
Mattydale Fire Department
Mattydale NY
06.2010 - Current
- Evaluated employee progress and provided constructive feedback to promote continuous improvement in skill development.
- Improved training efficiency by implementing innovative and engaging instructional strategies.
- Conducted regular assessments of training effectiveness, implementing necessary adjustments to meet evolving organizational needs.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
Firefighter/Emt
Dewitt Fire District
Dewitt NY
07.2021 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
EMT
Syracuse Mets
Syracuse NY
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cicero-North Syracuse High School
Cicero, NYNYS EMT
01.2017
Skills
- Structural Firefighting
- Fire Safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Basic Life Support
- Hazardous Materials
- Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Certification
NYS EMT-B
NYS Career FF 229
National cert Hazmat Tech
National cert FF1
National cert FF2
National cert Fire Instructor 1
NYS Confined Space Tech
NYS Trench Rescue Tech
Timeline
Firefighter
City of Syracuse
01.2022 - Current
Firefighter/Emt
Dewitt Fire District
07.2021 - 01.2022
EMT
Syracuse Mets
05.2018 - 05.2020
Training Chief
Mattydale Fire Department
06.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cicero-North Syracuse High School
NYS EMT