Branden Smith
Thomasville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Fire Lieutenant with extensive EMS expertise and a proven track record in life and property protection at Thomasville Fire Rescue. Skilled in disaster management and personnel management, I excel in fire suppression and interagency coordination, leading teams to achieve effective emergency responses and community safety initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Thomasville Fire Rescue
03.2015 - Current
- Created educational programs regarding life safety and fire prevention.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Directed work of 3 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
Firefighter
Thomas County Fire Rescue
09.2011 - 03.2015
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- 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.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN10-2023
Skills
- EMS expertise
- Life and property protection
- Disaster management
- Incident safety
- Personnel management
- Interagency coordination
- Fire prevention
- Standard operating procedures
- Fire suppression
Certification
EMT
Live Fire Instructor
Fire Inspector
Fire and Life Safety Educator
Georgia Company Officer Designation
Georgia Spartan #96
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Thomasville Fire Rescue
03.2015 - Current
Firefighter
Thomas County Fire Rescue
09.2011 - 03.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Purdue University Global
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