Fire Captain Orchard Volunteer Fire Department
04.2012 - Current
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
Directed work of eight (8) firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
Maintained and refurbished equipment to improve operational capability.
Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
Trained, oversaw and corrected personnel fighting fires.
Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
Arranged emergency medical services for victims of fires and other incidents.
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