Carter Porter
Wheelersburg,OH
Summary
Dedicated and eager candidate with experience as a volunteer Firefighter at Porter Township Fire Department learning things from vehicle extrication and fire response techniques to handling a multitude of medical emergencies. From experience in boxing, I excel in clear thinking during highly stressful situations, always able to plan ahead and always have multiple plans I can jump to. I learned how to lead and communicate clearly while leading my team during my soccer career, being able to guide a teammate while also performing my job and being confident in what I am saying.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Porter Township Fire Department
04.2025 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance and support during emergency incidents.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools, effectively controlling emergency situations and minimizing damage.
- Providing clear communication with members during an emergency staying calm while adapting to new problems.
- Collaborated with team members to develop response strategies for various emergency scenarios.
- Proper cleaning and maintenance of tools, hoses, and trucks.
- Checking tools and equipment in the mornings for any issues that may hinder effectiveness and safety.
Lifeguard
SOMC
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of pool facilities.
- Responded appropriately to emergency situations, performing rescue techniques as needed.
- Educated patrons on pool regulations and safe swimming practices.
- Taking care of any issues in the area.
- Clear transfer of information to next on duty lifeguard of any new details due to working solo and having no other information sources.
Lifeguard
Porter Township
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Monitored pool area to ensure safety of swimmers and compliance with rules.
- Responded appropriately to emergency situations, performing rescue techniques as needed.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of pool facilities.
- Supported and lead coworkers in their work, providing clear communication when providing instructions.
- Taking control of situations when coworkers were under stressful or challenging conditions.
Education
Wheelersburg Highschool
Wheelersburg, OH01-2025
Skills
- Vehicle extrication
- Clear Communication
- Building construction
- Rescue operations
- Public education
- Emergency medical treatment
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- FADO - Pump Operator Certification
- IS-700.b
- IS-200.c
- IS-100.C
- Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescue and First Aid
Uncompleted Education/Certifications
- Firefighter 1 & 2 (7/2025)
- EMT Basic (10/2025)
- Technical Rescue (N/A)
- Advanced EMT (N/A)
- Paramedic (N/A)
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Porter Township Fire Department
04.2025 - Current
Lifeguard
SOMC
04.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Porter Township
04.2023 - 08.2024
Wheelersburg Highschool
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