Brian Dargis
Coon Rapids,MN
Summary
Experienced Firefighter skilled in emergency response, fire prevention, and hazardous materials handling. Developed training programs to enhance team collaboration and safety outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in emergency medical response and fire suppression techniques. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities ensure effective action in critical situations. Seeking entry-level opportunities to contribute to team success and organizational growth. Dedicated firefighter with expertise in emergency response, fire prevention, and compliance auditing. Proven ability to conduct safety inspections and deliver effective emergency medical training.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
City of coon rapids MN
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
03.2016 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing critical assistance during structure fires and rescue situations. Participated in weekly training sessions to strengthen medical response skills, ensuring readiness for diverse emergency scenarios.
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing critical assistance during structure fires and rescue situations.Participated in weekly training sessions to strengthen medical response skills, ensuring readiness for diverse emergency scenarios.
- Operated firefighting equipment and maintained tools for optimal performance.
- Conducted fire inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Smoke Chaser (Wildland Firefighter)
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Cambridge, Minnesota
2010 - Current
- managed and contained fires in forests and public lands, eliminating flames and embers using shovels, engines, and manual water devices
- collaborated with team members to develop and implement effective firefighting strategies
- participated in controlled burns to manage vegetation and mitigate wildfire risk.
Comercial vehicle enforcement
Minnesota State Patrol
St.Paul, MN
2024 - 2025
- Enforced state and federal regulations for motor carriers, commercial vehicles, and school bus operations in Minnesota to ensure safe transportation. Audited carrier and shipper records, ensuring compliance with laws to uphold industry standards. Investigated complaints regarding alleged violations of motor carrier regulations. Educated and trained carriers, shippers, law enforcement agencies, and the public on compliance requirements. Protected public by identifying and addressing illegal motor carrier practices that jeopardized safety and property. Monitored adherence to Minnesota statute 299D.06 concerning motor carrier operations.
- Provided safety information to community members during outreach events.
- Displayed understanding of traffic laws during community interactions.
- Collaborated with law enforcement teams to support public safety initiatives.
Feeder Driver Training Specialist
UPS
Minneapolis, MN
2019 - 2024
- Delivered training for new drivers to facilitate acquisition of commercial driver's licenses. Led targeted training sessions for existing drivers to equip them for feeder roles. Executed annual safety inspections to verify compliance with regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Operated tractor-trailer to transport packages between UPS facilities.
- Adhered to delivery schedules while navigating various routes efficiently.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN01-2009
Skills
- Emergency response and fire prevention
- Emergency medical training
- Crisis management
- Compliance auditing
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Leadership skills
- Dependable learner
- Self-motivated
- CPR instruction
- Training facilitation
- First aid training
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Firefighter
City of coon rapids MN
03.2016 - Current
Smoke Chaser (Wildland Firefighter)
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
2010 - Current
Comercial vehicle enforcement
Minnesota State Patrol
2024 - 2025
Feeder Driver Training Specialist
UPS
2019 - 2024
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Anoka Ramsey Community College