Charles McSweeney
Trinity,NC
Summary
Dedicated Firefighter and EMT with 3+ years of frontline emergency‑services experience. Skilled in firefighting operations, patient care, apparatus operation, and equipment readiness. Known for strong teamwork, calm decision‑making under pressure, and a commitment to community safety and fire‑prevention education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter II
Thomasville Fire Department
Thomasville, NC
09.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, executing firefighting techniques and rescue operations efficiently.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Participated in training exercises, enhancing skills in equipment operation and emergency response procedures.
- Collaborated with team members during incidents, promoting effective communication and teamwork under pressure.
- Assisted in maintaining firefighting equipment and apparatus, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
Firefighter
Oak Ridge Fire and Rescue
Oak Ridge, NC
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid response and effective firefighting techniques.
- Operated fire suppression equipment, ensuring readiness and proper maintenance of tools.
- Conducted safety inspections of equipment and facilities, identifying hazards to enhance safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, improving coordination and operational efficiency.
Part Time Firefighter
Pilot Fire Department
Thomasville, NC
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Responded to emergency calls, executing firefighting techniques and rescue operations.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises, enhancing operational efficiency and teamwork skills.
- Implemented fire prevention strategies through community outreach programs and educational initiatives.
- Mentored junior firefighters, providing guidance on procedures and emergency response tactics.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
EMT-Basic
Randolph County Emergency Services
Asheboro, NC
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient transport and treatment.
- Operated emergency medical vehicles under varying conditions to reach incident sites promptly.
- Assessed patient conditions and provided critical updates to receiving facilities during transport.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Protection Engineering
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-2028
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC05-2026
High School Diploma -
East Davidson High School
Thomasville06-2018
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- Fire safety
- Medical response
- Emergency response
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
- Emergency medical treatment
- Community relations
- Fire pump operation
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Fireground communications
- Fire hose deployment
- Public education
- Rescue equipment use
- Self-contained breathing apparatus
Timeline
Firefighter II
Thomasville Fire Department
09.2023 - Current
Firefighter
Oak Ridge Fire and Rescue
06.2022 - 09.2023
EMT-Basic
Randolph County Emergency Services
02.2020 - 06.2022
Part Time Firefighter
Pilot Fire Department
03.2019 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Fire Protection Engineering
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
High School Diploma -
East Davidson High School