Brandon Colson
South Thomaston
Summary
Resourceful Volunteer Firefighter highly productive in emergency response situations, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. Skilled in fire suppression techniques, emergency medical assistance, and hazardous materials handling. Excel at teamwork, quick decision-making, and adaptability under pressure, contributing to successful outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Jake Barbour
Owls Head
03.2026 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials at various job sites.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness to prevent operational issues.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress.
- Adapted to different tasks based on project needs and priorities.
Firefighter
South Thomaston Fire Department
South Thomaston
01.2024 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls for fires and medical assistance.
- Conducted routine fire inspections and equipment checks.
- Assisted in training new firefighters on safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members during firefighting operations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment and ensured readiness for use.
- Participated in community outreach programs on fire safety education.
- Executed rescue operations in hazardous situations effectively.
- Documented incident reports and maintained accurate records of activities.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Received The Home Town Hero Award presented by the Portland Sea Dogs
- Received a Life Saving Award in 2018 for performing CPR on a gentleman in Rockland during a snowstorm.
Education
IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command Syaytem - Initial Response ICS-200
National Disaster & Emergency Management University
09.2024 - 09.2024
NFPA 1002 Standard For Fire Apparatus Driver Training - Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
Maine Fire Service Institute
04.2024 - 04.2024
System ICS-100 - IS-100.B: Introduction To Incident Command
National Disaster & Emergency Management University
04.2014 - 11.2014
IS-700.A: National Incident Management System - NIMS
National Disaster & Emergency Management University
11.2014 - 11.2014
Medomak Valley High School
Waldoboro, MESkills
- Equipment operation
- Safety protocols
- Material handling
- Equipment inspection
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Hazard assessment
- Problem solving
- Situational awareness
- Time management
- Training others
- Public education
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Daily vehicle assessments
- Safety programs
- Safety procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Team coordination
- Fire suppression
- Equipment maintenance
- Medical assistance
- Incident reporting
- Communication skills
- Community outreach
- Stress management
- Critical thinking
- Decision making
- Water and chemical streams
- First response services
- Personnel management
- Community education
- Leadership and supervision
- Fitness and agility
- Structural firefighting
- Emergency response procedures
- Wildland firefighting
- Apparatus maintenance
- Search and rescue techniques
- Public speaking
- Fire containment
- Firefighting activities
- Fireground communications
- Ventilation techniques
- Fire equipment use
- Fire safety
- Fire suppression techniques
- Rescue equipment proficiency
- Fire service
- Forcible entry techniques
- Firefighting procedures
- Hose connections
- High-pressure nozzle changes
- Fire suppression work
- Vehicle extrication
- Hazard prevention
- Emergency scene management
- Public assistance and support
- Burning building entry tactics
- Map reading and navigation
- Fire strategy
Accomplishments
- Hometown Hero Award
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Jake Barbour
03.2026 - Current
IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command Syaytem - Initial Response ICS-200
National Disaster & Emergency Management University
09.2024 - 09.2024
NFPA 1002 Standard For Fire Apparatus Driver Training - Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
Maine Fire Service Institute
04.2024 - 04.2024
Firefighter
South Thomaston Fire Department
01.2024 - Current
IS-700.A: National Incident Management System - NIMS
National Disaster & Emergency Management University
11.2014 - 11.2014
System ICS-100 - IS-100.B: Introduction To Incident Command
National Disaster & Emergency Management University
04.2014 - 11.2014
Medomak Valley High School