Charles Redman
Cordova,TN
Summary
Committed Firefighter offering many years of experience controlling, containing, and extinguishing fires. Expertise in structural and high-rise fires and dispatch operations. Accomplished professional passionate about maintaining safety of local community and saving lives. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Resilient Fire Fighter known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in emergency response, fire suppression techniques, and hazardous material handling. Excel in teamwork, quick decision-making, and effective communication to ensure safety and effectiveness in critical situations. Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Smart and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting public. Well-trained professional knowledgeable about tools, equipment and techniques used in firefighting. Organized in approaching all fires with safety-first mentality. Highly analytical, observant and resourceful. Diligent professional with experience in emergency support and medical response coupled with fire suppression techniques. Team-focused with strong communication skills to rapidly and effectively respond to emergencies. Stellar work ethic, integrity and reliability. Skilled Fire Fighter with background in emergency response and fire suppression. Demonstrated ability to assess hazardous situations and coordinate team responses effectively. Strong knowledge of rescue techniques, medical aid, and disaster recovery operations. Contributed significantly to community safety through proactive prevention measures and public education campaigns.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter Private
Memphis Fire Department
Memphis, TN
10.2023 - Current
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to educate the public about fire prevention strategies.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Performed regular maintenance and testing of all firefighting gear, vehicles, and equipment.
- Operated aerial ladder trucks during rescue operations at multi-story buildings.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training sessions for firefighter personnel in order to maintain a high level of readiness.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Assisted in extinguishing residential, commercial, and industrial fires using hoses, ladders, pumps, foam systems, and other specialized tools.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
EMT Ambulance Operator
Priemier
Brea
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Documented patient information, treatments provided, and changes in condition on appropriate forms.
- Loaded and transported patients from hospitals to rehab centers or other medical facilities.
- Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when responding to emergency situations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Drope Clerk
Ralphs
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
- Delivered high-quality customer service through deep commitment to knowledge and performance.
- Directed clients and guests to correct departments, rooms and staff members.
- Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
- Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for contracts, records, reports and agendas.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Updated business forms to streamline processing and improve efficiency.
Waiter
Hornblower Crusies and Events
Newport Beach, CA
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Relayed orders to service bar and kitchen via point-of-sale register system.
- Transported dirty tableware from dining room to dishwashing area for proper cleaning.
- Suggested additional items to customers to increase restaurant sales.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
- Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
Lumber Associate
Home Depot
Mission Viejo, CA
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Learned lumber products and manufacturer differences to give customers sound advice on building materials.
- Maneuvered heavy loads around lumberyard and job sites with materials handling equipment and forklifts.
- Loaded and unloaded materials like drywall, shingles and plywood for customers.
- Oversaw lumber yard cleanliness and maintenance and organized stacks of wood within correct spots.
- Ordered new lumber materials and built strong work relationships with suppliers.
- Operated saws, forklifts and wood splitters.
- Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for entire store to drive sustained revenue and move target products.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
Hepler
Complete Auto Care and Tiers
Mission Viejo, CA
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles.
- Attended safety and training meetings to learn techniques to avoid injuries and mishaps.
- Conducted test drives and adjusted controls and systems to verify vehicle serviceability.
- Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new [Type] oil.
- Assessed tread depth and discussed safety levels with customers.
- Troubleshot faults and devised successful solutions for [Type] issues.
- Utilized standard procedures to conduct accurate emissions tests.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Performed computerized alignments of diverse vehicles.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Assessed vehicle symptoms and malfunctions to support troubleshooting and diagnoses.
- Calculated estimated repair costs and provided quotes to secure customer approval.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Tech
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA06.2023
Certification of EMT - EMT
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA06.2021
Associate of Arts - AA
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA12.2020
High School Diploma -
Mission Viejo High School
Mission Viejo, CA06.2018
Skills
- Public relations
- Problem-solving capacity
- Emergency response
- Emergency medical services
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Fire prevention education
- Fire apparatus operation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Victim stabilization
- Computer Skills
- Team Building
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Rope rescue techniques
- Technical rescue operations
- Structural firefighting strategies
- Building construction
- Confined space entry
- Critical thinking
- Fire suppression
Ambulance Driver Certification
- Maintenance & Repair
- Computer Skills
- Team Building
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) 2021
- ACLS Training - 2022
- Ambulance Driver License - 2022
Timeline
Fire Fighter Private
Memphis Fire Department
10.2023 - Current
EMT Ambulance Operator
Priemier
05.2022 - 08.2023
Drope Clerk
Ralphs
10.2020 - 04.2022
Waiter
Hornblower Crusies and Events
03.2020 - 10.2020
Lumber Associate
Home Depot
07.2019 - 03.2020
Hepler
Complete Auto Care and Tiers
02.2018 - 03.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Tech
Santa Ana College
Certification of EMT - EMT
Saddleback College
Associate of Arts - AA
Saddleback College
High School Diploma -
Mission Viejo High School
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