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Christopher O'Leary

Southbury,CT

Summary

I am a very dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Volunteer Firefighter. Proven leadership in emergency response and community outreach, coupled with strong problem-solving skills. Certified in fire suppression and first aid, I excel in team collaboration and maintaining safety standards in high-pressure situations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Busser

1850 House
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed dirty dishes to maintain a fresh and clean environment.
  • Transported dirty utensils and dishes, to kitchen to help stay on top of cleaning.
  • Took out food to the guests as soon as the chief had made it in order to get the food out hot and fresh.
  • Stayed in the back of the kitchen learning valuable cooking skills from the head chief.
  • Stayed in the back of the kitchen to wash, clean, dry, and put away any dirty dishes as soon as they came in.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future guests.
  • Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
  • Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
  • Stayed late to help clean and close the kitchen and dinning room every night.

Farm Laborer

Daffodil Hill Growers
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Weeded fields and greenhouses with garden forks, hoes and trowels.
  • Loaded and unloaded containers of fresh produce and other products on to the truck by hand.
  • Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
  • Monitored and maintained irrigation systems to optimize water levels for crops.
  • Trimmed and removed unwanted plant growth to improve health and yield of crops.
  • Walked through and checked all fields and greenhouses for produce ready to be harvested.
  • Fed animals each morning and checked if their water was clean and full.
  • Organized cleaned and boxed up fresh picked produce each day.
  • Set up farm stand at local farmers markets, then stayed to run the register, and keep products stocked.
  • Helped build and run a small local farm stand on the property.


Junior Firefighter

Southbury Volunteer Fire Department
07.2022 - Current
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to help others perform lifesaving procedures.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
  • Became a Junior Lieutenant

Education

High School Diploma -

Pomperaug Regional High School
Southbury, CT
06.2025

Skills

  • Table Bussing
  • Beverage Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Guest Relations
  • Training and Coaching
  • Effective Problem Solving
  • Cleaning Procedures
  • Harvesting
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Crop Harvesting
  • Community Education
  • Apparatus Inspection
  • Emergency Response

Timeline

Busser

1850 House
07.2023 - 01.2024

Junior Firefighter

Southbury Volunteer Fire Department
07.2022 - Current

Farm Laborer

Daffodil Hill Growers
06.2022 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Pomperaug Regional High School

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