Christopher Stillion
Fayette,OH
Summary
Experienced fire service professional prepared for leadership role. Proven ability to manage emergency situations, ensure safety protocols, and lead teams effectively. Strong focus on team collaboration, flexible in dynamic environments, and consistently achieve operational goals. Skilled in incident command, firefighting techniques, and emergency medical response. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Swanton Fire and Rescue Division
10.2023 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Acting officer in absence of shift officer
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Gorham Fayette Fire Dept
01.2014 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- 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.
- Strengthened interdepartmental relationships through participation in joint training exercises with neighboring fire departments.
FireFighter/Parmedic
South Richland Fire Dept
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
Damage Control Petty Officer
Coast Guard
08.2003 - 07.2013
- Contributed to overall mission success through diligent oversight of all aspects of shipboard damage control efforts.
- Minimized risk of hazardous material incidents through proper storage and handling techniques.
- Ensured crew preparedness with comprehensive damage control education programs and workshops.
- Improved emergency response time with thorough training and drills for team members.
- Boosted overall ship survivability by identifying potential vulnerabilities and recommending solutions.
- Mitigated potential fire hazards by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations on board the vessel.
- Upheld a high standard of professionalism within the Damage Control division, serving as a model for other crew members to emulate.
- Demonstrated leadership in high-pressure situations, directing damage control teams to success in various tasks.
- Developed critical-thinking skills among team members by emphasizing analytical problem-solving approaches during drills and exercises.
- Delivered accurate reports on damage assessments, enabling informed decision-making from commanding officers.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
- Completed Damage Control Training Team program upon receipt of E-5 as part of leadership development.
- Completed Advanced Leadership program upon receipt of E-5 as part of leadership development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodward High School
Toledo, OH06-2003
Skills
- Leadership and supervision
- Fire pump operation
- Fireground communications
- Apparatus inspection
- Fire prevention
- Confined space rescue
- EVOC Instructor
- CE Instructor
- Fire apparatus operation
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Paramedic
- Fire 2
- CE Instructor
- EVOC instructor
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Swanton Fire and Rescue Division
10.2023 - Current
FireFighter/Parmedic
South Richland Fire Dept
10.2021 - 09.2023
Firefighter/Paramedic
Gorham Fayette Fire Dept
01.2014 - Current
Damage Control Petty Officer
Coast Guard
08.2003 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Woodward High School