Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Packy Butler

Winfield,AL

Summary

A seasoned Firefighter Lieutenant with a proven track record at City of Winfield, I excel in emergency response and leadership. Demonstrated expertise in structural firefighting and fostering community education on fire safety. Achieved significant reductions in property damage through strategic firefighting and effective team supervision. Skilled in fire prevention and public safety, I bring a commitment to excellence and a passion for saving lives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter Lieutenant

City of Winfield
05.2008 - Current
  • 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.
  • Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
  • Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
  • Conducted search and rescue operations during natural disasters, locating trapped individuals and providing assistance as needed.
  • Improved public awareness and education on fire safety practices through community workshops and school programs.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of fire scenes to determine causes, contributing to prevention efforts.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
  • Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
  • Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
  • Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
  • Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
  • Established clear expectations for staff members through effective communication and goal setting techniques.

Education

High School Diploma -

Winfield High School
Winfield, AL
05-1990

Skills

  • Structural firefighting
  • Emergency response
  • Emergency scene management
  • Vehicle extrication
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Fire pump operation
  • Apparatus inspection
  • Fire prevention
  • Public education
  • Self-contained breathing apparatus
  • Rescue equipment use
  • Map reading and navigation
  • Relationship building and management
  • Forcible entry techniques
  • Fire investigation techniques
  • Confined space rescue
  • Public safety and security
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Community education
  • Incident command system
  • Hazard prevention
  • Rescue operations expertise
  • Fire inspection investigations
  • High angle rope rescue
  • Mass casualty events
  • Fire regulations expertise
  • Fire inspection suppression
  • Building containment
  • Fire protection system testing
  • Firefighting procedures

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification

Timeline

Firefighter Lieutenant

City of Winfield
05.2008 - Current

High School Diploma -

Winfield High School
Packy Butler