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.