Chris O'Connor
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Extremely motivated professional seeking to secure a career with Central County Fire Department to further develop my skills, knowledge and abilities as a firefighter. Proficient in equipment, techniques and tools useful for optimizing firefighting and BLS related tasks.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter I
Cal Fire - NEU - Station 33
06.2021 - Current
- Perform daily engine checks ensuring all equipment is clean and functioning properly
- Complete daily training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks
- Respond to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
- Often respond to a variety of calls including vehicle accidents, rope and medical rescues, vehicle fires, vegetation fires and structure fires
- Train new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage
- Document calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Applied for and secured an "Amador" Firefighter position over the last three years to ensure the maximum 9 month seasons
Firefighter I
Cal Fire - NEU - Handcrew
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Worked multiple campaign fires
- Effectively trained and operated with each tool on the crew including saws
- Spent most of the season as the "lead tool" to efficiently set and cut handline
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on a daily basis
- Participated in multiple firing operations
Firefighter Intern
Willows Fire Department
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Handled routine custodial maintenance of fire department, including daily checks of all apparatus equipment
- Learned the basics of pump operations on multiple apparatus including multiple engine types, truck, and water tender.
- Performed hose testing once a month
- Trained every shift to successfully complete the Firefighter 1 taskbook
- Helped train the volunteer firefighters twice per month
- Earned reputation for perfect attendance and hard work
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances
Construction Laborer
St. Germain Construction
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations
- Replaced electrical outlets and light switches
- Worked with knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards
- Performed basic construction tasks such as installing insulation, caulking, demolition, remodels
Education
Firefighter 1/EMT Academy -
Butte College
Oroville12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
CSU, Chico
Chico, CA12.2017
Certification
- Firefighter 1
- CA - EMT
- Confined Space Awareness
- LARRO
- Vehicle Extrication
- Swift Water Rescue - Awareness
- HazMat FRO/Decon
- Firefighter Survival
- RIC Operations
- Fire Control 3B
- CAL Fire Basic Firefighter
- CAL Fire Wildland Firefighter Safety and Survival
- C-212 Bench Safety (Sawyer A Card)
- S-130/S-190
- ICS 100/700/800
Timeline
Firefighter I
Cal Fire - NEU - Station 33
06.2021 - Current
Firefighter I
Cal Fire - NEU - Handcrew
07.2020 - 12.2020
Firefighter Intern
Willows Fire Department
01.2020 - 06.2020
Construction Laborer
St. Germain Construction
05.2017 - 08.2017
Firefighter 1/EMT Academy -
Butte College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
CSU, Chico
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