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Overview
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Education
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CHAD GLASER

Summary

Seeking promotion to Apparatus Operator at the Palo Alto Fire Department, utilizing my extensive experience, leadership skills, and technical expertise in fire suppression, emergency medical response, and apparatus operations.

Highly motivated with a desire to constantly enhance knowledge through education and training. Easily adaptable to all situations with an ability to grasp new concepts with ease. An articulate communicator and an exceptional team player. Possess the ability to work with multifaceted teams. Ability to adapt to stressful situations and effectively mitigate problems.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter Paramedic

Palo Alto Fire Department
02.2022 - Current
  • Respond to fire, medical, and other emergency calls, providing advanced life support and firefighting services.
  • Operate and maintain firefighting equipment, including ladders, hose lines, and power tools.
  • Conduct fire prevention inspections, public education, and pre-incident planning.
  • Train with crew members on apparatus operations, fireground tactics, and medical protocols.
  • Maintain physical readiness and proficiency in all fire and EMS-related skills.

Engineer

Kern County Fire Department
01.2013 - 02.2022
  • Respond to fire and other emergency alarms by driving required automotive equipment to designated locations.
  • Operate equipment and assist in fire suppression efforts to protect life and property; administer advanced medical care as a paramedic.
  • Assume primary responsibility for the servicing and maintenance of assigned fire equipment; assist in maintenance of fire station and surrounding grounds.
  • Instruct other fire personnel in the operation and care of fire equipment; train or assist in training auxiliary firefighters.

Firefighter

Kern County Fire Department
10.2007 - 01.2013
  • Responded to emergencies including, but not limited to, structure fires, wildland fires, vehicle fires, vehicle accidents, and hazardous materials incidents.
  • Performed commercial occupancy inspections and participated in fire prevention demonstrations.
  • Participated in drills and continuing education as directed by company officers.

Education

Emergency Medical Paramedic Certificate -

Bakersfield College
12.2010

Fire Technology Certificate -

Bakersfield College
01.2010

Hazardous Materials Technician - undefined

Bakersfield College
04.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California, Irvine
12.2006

High School Diploma - undefined

Liberty High School
06.2003

Skills

  • Apparatus inspection
  • Fire pump operation
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Leadership and supervision

Certification

  • California State Firefighter I & II
  • California Paramedic License
  • Driver Operator 1A/1B Certification
  • Hazardous Materials Technician
  • Fire Officer Certification (In Progress)

Affiliations

  • Safety Committee
  • IAFF Local 1319 General Board Member
  • Logistics Lead for Community CPR Events
  • Paramedic Preceptor (including Redwood City Fire Intern and multiple 5-call mentorships)
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Joint Fire Academies since hire
  • Joint Fire Academy Liaison
  • EMS Assessment Rater

Timeline

Firefighter Paramedic

Palo Alto Fire Department
02.2022 - Current

Engineer

Kern County Fire Department
01.2013 - 02.2022

Firefighter

Kern County Fire Department
10.2007 - 01.2013

Hazardous Materials Technician - undefined

Bakersfield College

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California, Irvine

High School Diploma - undefined

Liberty High School

Emergency Medical Paramedic Certificate -

Bakersfield College

Fire Technology Certificate -

Bakersfield College
CHAD GLASER