Breighen Powell
Polk City
Summary
Dynamic Fire Lieutenant with extensive experience at the City of Des Moines Fire Department, excelling in incident command and personnel management. Proven track record in enhancing firefighter safety and executing effective fire suppression strategies. Skilled in technical rescue and committed to delivering exceptional emergency medical services under pressure.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
City of Des Moines Fire Department
07.2025 - Current
- Leading suppression unit, EMS unit, or as assigned, and ensuring the safety and efficiency of fire and emergency medical services.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Collaborated with other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
Fire Medic
City of Des Moines Fire Department
01.2019 - 07.2025
- Enhanced patient care quality by conducting thorough assessments and providing appropriate treatments.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Provided primary patient care and decision making during emergency situations.
- Provided life-saving medical interventions during high-pressure situations, ensuring positive patient outcomes.
Firefighter
City of Des Moines Fire Department
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Central College
Pella, IA05-2012
Skills
- Fire prevention
- Firefighter safety
- Technical rescue
- Incident command
- Fire suppression
- Personnel management
- Incident safety
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
City of Des Moines Fire Department
07.2025 - Current
Fire Medic
City of Des Moines Fire Department
01.2019 - 07.2025
Firefighter
City of Des Moines Fire Department
02.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Central College
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