Carson R. Yarbrough
Startex,SC
Summary
Experienced fire service officer with demonstrated leadership in emergency response, training coordination, and company-level operations. Serves as Training Officer and engine company leader in a small-staffed operational environment. Proven ability to assume incident command responsibilities, direct personnel under high-stress conditions, and maintain accountability during dynamic fire ground operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FireFighter/Driver
Reidville Fire Department
Spartanburg, SC
07.2019 - Current
- Assigned to Willow Creek Substation since opening and serving as a full-time member since 2023.
- Primary Engine 25 driver/operator responsible for safe and efficient apparatus response
- Frequently serve as acting officer-in-charge on initial-arriving incidents until transfer of command
- Provide supervision, training, and mentorship to assigned personnel
- Lead on-shift training activities to maintain operational readiness
- Maintain incident documentation and operational accountability
Lieutenant
New Prospect Fire Department
Spartanburg, SC
02.2023 - Current
- Firefighter and promoted Lieutenant (2025–Present)
- Training Officer responsible for department training coordination and delivery
- Lead 2–3 person engine company operations depending on staffing
- Function as acting Incident Commander on initial-arriving units until relieved
- Direct fire ground operations ensuring safety, accountability, and effectiveness
- Oversee personnel development and operational readiness
Firefighter/Driver
Hilltop Fire Department
Spartanburg, SC
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Firefighter/Driver assigned to engine company operations
- Responded to fire suppression, EMS assist, and motor vehicle incidents
- Supported fire ground operations and apparatus readiness
- Participated in training evolutions and team development
- High call volume area
Education
High School Diploma -
High Point Academy
Spartanburg, SC05-2018
Skills
- Incident Command and Initial Scene Management
- Company-Level Leadership and Crew Supervision
- Fire ground Strategy and Tactical Operations
- Firefighter Training and Development
- Apparatus Operation (Engine Company)
- High-Stress Decision Making
- Emergency Medical Response (NREMT-B)
- Hazardous Materials Technician Operations
- Incident Documentation and Reporting
- Mentorship and Personnel Development
Certification
- Firefighter II
- Pump Operations II
- Aerial Operations
- Emergency Vehicle Driver/Training (EVDT)
- NREMT-B
- Hazardous Materials Technician
- Fire Officer II
- Fire Instructor II
- ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
- Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations
- Preparation for Initial Company Operations
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Firefighter of the Year, New Prospect Fire Department (2023), Firefighter of the Year, Reidville Fire Department (2023), Chief’s Training Award, Reidville Fire Department (2023), Life Saver Award, New Prospect Fire Department (2024), William S. Burns Service Award, New Prospect Fire Department (2025)
Timeline
Lieutenant
New Prospect Fire Department
02.2023 - Current
FireFighter/Driver
Reidville Fire Department
07.2019 - Current
Firefighter/Driver
Hilltop Fire Department
07.2019 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
High Point Academy