Charles Sanderson IV
Sewell,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in hazardous materials response and technical rescue. Known for effective communication and team collaboration, driving successful outcomes in emergency scenarios.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
City of Camden Fire Department
Camden, NJ
01.2024 - Current
- Respond to high-volume emergency incidents including fires, technical rescues, hazardous materials incidents, and medical emergencies
- Perform advanced rescue operations including rope, confined space, trench, collapse, and swift water rescues
- Utilize specialized equipment including PPE, rope systems, and hydraulic tools
- Conduct search and rescue in IDLH environments
- Coordinate with regional and state agencies during large-scale incidents
- Maintain readiness through ongoing training and certification compliance
- Inspect and maintain rescue equipment
Instructor
Safety and Survival Training LLC
Bellmawr, NJ
10.2022 - Current
- Deliver hands-on and classroom instruction in rope rescue, confined space, trench, collapse, and swift water rescue disciplines
- Develop and implement training scenarios based on real-world emergency situations
- Instruct students on safety procedures, equipment use, and rescue techniques in compliance with industry standards
- Evaluate student performance and provide feedback to ensure competency and operational readiness
- Maintain training equipment and ensure safe training environments
Firefighter
Gloucester City Fire Department
Gloucester City, NJ
04.2018 - 01.2024
- Responded to structural fires, vehicle accidents, technical rescues, and emergency medical incidents in a busy response district
- Assisted in technical rescue operations including confined space, rope, and trench rescue scenarios
- Supported hazardous materials response operations and scene safety
- Performed fire suppression, ventilation, search and rescue, and overhaul operations
- Participated in regular drills, training exercises, and interagency operations
- Contributed to team-based emergency response in high-pressure situations
Education
High School Diploma -
Gloucester City High School
Gloucester CitySkills
- Hazardous materials identification & mitigation
- Air monitoring & detection equipment
- Decontamination procedures
- Rope rescue systems (high & low angle)
- Confined space entry & rescue
- Trench shoring and stabilization
- Structural collapse operations
- Swift water rescue techniques
- Instruction and curriculum development
- Incident Command System (ICS)
Certification
- Rope Rescue Technician
- Confined Space Rescue Technician
- Trench Rescue Technician
- Structural Collapse Rescue Technician
- Swift Water Rescue Technician
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Technician
- Vehicle Extrication 1&2
- Bus Extrication
- Squad Company Extrication
- Firefighter I & II
- CPR / AED Certified
Timeline
Firefighter
City of Camden Fire Department
01.2024 - Current
Instructor
Safety and Survival Training LLC
10.2022 - Current
Firefighter
Gloucester City Fire Department
04.2018 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Gloucester City High School