Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Volunteer History
Education, Training and Credentials
Timeline
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Carlos Leon

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Honorably Discharged, United States Marine Corps Sergeant.

Highly-motivated Firefighter with a decade of experience performing firefighting, fitness and emergency medical duties.

Passionate desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Committed and physically fit professional. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter /Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

KBR
Poland
12.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses, including working with the local Polish military, Fire & Rescue, and Police.
  • Responsible for health and fitness for the entire fire department.
  • Responsible for the inventory of all medical supplies in the fire department.
  • Responsible for the training of medical protocols and procedures for medical response.
  • Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
  • Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
  • Managed multiple tasks within an assigned area of responsibility while providing quality care for all patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Conducted fire safety inspections of commercial and residential properties to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
  • Inspected fire protection systems such as smoke detectors, fire alarms, sprinkler systems and other related equipment for proper operation.
  • Assisted in the development of educational materials on fire safety topics for public use.
  • Investigated reports of hazardous conditions or violations of fire codes to determine if corrective action is necessary.
  • Responded to emergency calls regarding fires or suspected fires to assess potential risk factors.
  • Provided guidance to property owners on how to correct any non-compliance issues identified during an inspection.
  • Performed regular maintenance and testing of all firefighting gear, vehicles, and equipment.
  • Provided medical assistance to victims of fires or other emergencies.
  • Assisted in extinguishing residential, commercial, and industrial fires using hoses, ladders, pumps, foam systems, and other specialized tools.
  • Conducted daily physical fitness training sessions for firefighter personnel in order to maintain a high level of readiness.

Firefighter /Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Bermuda Fire & Rescue
, Bermuda
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • A contract firefighter was hired by the Bermudian government.
  • Respond to all emergencies on the airfield and in the vicinity of the airfield.
  • Adjust to the culture, and continue to uphold the high professionalism of Bermuda Fire & Rescue.
  • Work with every culture, including Canadians, Bermudians, and military personnel.

  • Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
  • Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
  • Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Inspected airfields to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Conducted daily inspections of runways, taxiways, and aprons for obstructions or hazardous conditions.
  • Communicated with Air Traffic Control personnel to coordinate safe landings or departures.
  • Provided personal training services to Firefighters according to their individual needs.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique for various exercises and firefighting operations.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Community Ambulance Company
Las Vegas
11.2018 - 08.2022
  • Respond to 911 calls for emergency medical assistance.
  • Provide care to a diverse group of patients from different cultural and religious backgrounds.
  • Safely operate the ambulance to and from calls with lights and sirens.
  • Assess the patient's condition and determine the best course of treatment.
  • Provide treatment and care on scene, during transport, and until care is transferred.
  • Calm down and restraint Psychiatric patients
  • Frequently work with the police, fire, hospital, and military services.
  • Responsible for the report of observations and treatments to physicians and nurses.
  • Accurately document patient care reports.
  • Assessed patient condition and vital signs, such as pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, temperature, and level of consciousness.
  • Provided advanced life support techniques, including advanced airways, defibrillation, and administration of intravenous fluids or medications.
  • Maintained proficiency in the use of medical equipment for emergency medical care.
  • Monitored patient's progress and kept records of treatments administered during transport to hospital.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support and reassurance during crisis situations.
  • Administered oxygen therapy and other forms of respiratory assistance as required by the situation.
  • Identified changes in a patient's condition and communicated these changes to hospital personnel upon arrival.

Expeditionary Firefighting / Expeditionary Aircraft Recovery

United States Marine Corps
10.2014 - 08.2022
  • Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
  • Awarded Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter.
  • Awarded the Gung Ho award for leading as the Class Commander for a leadership course.
  • Conducted fitness and health assessments of Marines' physical condition, health history, and exercise preferences.
  • Lead supervisor for the Marine Corps Body and Composition Program, teaching and educating Marines on fitness and dietary programs for individual Marines assigned.
  • Supervised Marines are responsible for providing personal training services, including setting performance goals and evaluating progress toward those goals.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to medical protocols and procedures.
  • Performed regular inspections on all equipment related to aircraft recovery operations.
  • Deployed to four different countries, working as Aircraft Recovery and Firefighting.
  • Respond to aircraft emergencies with multi-million dollar aircraft and pilots' lives on the line.
  • Accountable for hazardous materials in the spectrum of aircraft recovery.
  • Worked as a Crew Member up to Runway Supervisor, ensuring all preparations for an aircraft emergency were made.
  • Responded to over 30 aircraft emergencies.
  • Instructed as the Lead Instructor for two Leadership Courses.
  • Led and instructed Marines on how to properly run EMS scenarios.
  • Led and instructed Marines on how to properly extricate victims in motor vehicle accidents.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of firefighting techniques and procedures.
  • Assisted in the planning, development, and implementation of training exercises for firefighters.
  • Provided instruction to firefighters on safety protocols during emergency situations.
  • Responded quickly to alarms and dispatched personnel according to established guidelines.

Skills

  • Decade of experience as a first responder and working in and for the US military
  • Decade of experience working as a firefighter and emergency medical technician
  • Bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish
  • Hold a secret clearance
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Professionalism
  • Multitasking
  • Treatment protocols
  • Patient status assessment
  • Medical terminology expertise
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient care documentation
  • Heartsaver CPR AED
  • Weight management
  • Nutrition assessment and planning
  • Endurance training
  • Strength training
  • Fitness assessment

Volunteer History

Awarded Military Medal: Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.

Over 500 hours of volunteering to include but not limited to:  Hospitals, Fire Departments, Animal Hospitals and Church Organizations.

Education, Training and Credentials

  • School of Infantry - Marine Corps Combat Training
  • Expeditionary Firefighting / Aircraft Services
  • FEMA ICS - 100, 200, 700, 800
  • NREMT-Advanced EMT Certification (National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced)
  • WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders Certification
  • CPR & AED Certification (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
  • IFSAC FireFighting Certs: Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, Hazardous Materials Awareness / Operations, Airport Firefighter, ARFF Driver/Operator, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator-Pumper, Hazardous Materials Technician.

Timeline

Firefighter /Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

KBR
12.2022 - Current

Firefighter /Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Bermuda Fire & Rescue
09.2022 - 12.2022

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Community Ambulance Company
11.2018 - 08.2022

Expeditionary Firefighting / Expeditionary Aircraft Recovery

United States Marine Corps
10.2014 - 08.2022
Carlos Leon