Branden McIlrevey
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record at the Knoxville Fire Department, excelling in emergency preparedness and patient assessments. Demonstrated strong communication skills and a can-do attitude, fostering community relations and enhancing patient care. Eager to leverage expertise in high-pressure environments to drive success and innovation in future roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Knoxville Fire Department
Knoxville, TN
09.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assistance in fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Conducted regular equipment checks to ensure readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, enhancing coordination and response times in critical situations.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
EMT Basic
Falck Ambulance
Orange, CA
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Participate in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
- Maintain levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Develop and maintain rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Follow pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintain awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
- Collaborate with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Communicate with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Server
Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill Inc.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Trainer of new employees in carry out and food running.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism when serving guests.
- Arrange and prepare tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Answer customers' questions, recommend items, and record customer orders.
- Maintain clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Supervise dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
- Help customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Explain menu items and suggest appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Maintain thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Associate
Homegoods Stores
Mission Viejo, CA
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Utilized customer feedback to improve product offerings.
- Monitored customer service metrics and performance indicators to identify areas of opportunity.
- Furniture assembly, truck loading and unloading, assist customers with loading heavier items into vehicles.
- Cash register and customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tesoro High School
Las Flores, CA06.2020
Skills
Strong Communication Skills
Can-Do Attitude
Physically Fit
Emergency Preparedness
Patient Assessments
Adaptable
Equipment Readiness
Professional
Eager and Quick to Learn
Accomplishments
- Advancement through Knoxville Fire Department PDO and ADO schooling.
- Completed Knoxville Firefighter Academy
- Promoted to Server at Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill after only 3 months for exceptional performance.
Certification
- AEMT - Certified Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- FF1
- FF2
- Hazardous Materials Technician
Timeline
Firefighter
Knoxville Fire Department
09.2023 - Current
EMT Basic
Falck Ambulance
01.2023 - 08.2023
Server
Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill Inc.
07.2021 - 07.2023
Associate
Homegoods Stores
10.2019 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Tesoro High School