Colin Gates
Broad Brook,CT
Summary
Sharp and focused Fire Fighter proudly experienced in speaking with public about fire safety and responding to various types of emergency situations. Dedicated about keeping equipment and tools well-maintained for safe and effective uses. Works great with team and consistently meets or exceeds expectations.
Successful professional offers talents in customer relations, vehicle inspections and diagnostics. Trained in wide range of repair and maintenance actions. Works smoothly with team members and flexes easily with changing daily assignments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Hazardville Fire Department
Enfield
11.2024 - Current
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Conducted fire drills at schools and businesses.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
General Service Technician
Midas Muffler
Enfield
08.2024 - Current
- Identified worn out fluid levels such as oil, coolant or brake fluid and refilled them accordingly.
- Assessed suspension system components for wear or damage due to road conditions.
- Checked tire pressure and performed tire repairs, installations and maintenance tasks.
- Installed batteries, shock absorbers and exhaust systems.
Service Technician
Monro Muffler Brake & Service
Enfield
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Checked tire pressure and performed tire repairs, installations and maintenance tasks.
- Installed batteries, shock absorbers and exhaust systems.
- Repaired or replaced worn or broken parts such as hoses, belts, and spark plugs.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Replaced brake pads, shoes, drums, rotors and calipers.
Grocery Bagger
Big Y Supermarket
Enfield, CT
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Retrieved grocery carts from parking lot and returned to appropriate areas.
- Participated in available training courses to improve sales skills and product knowledge.
- Organized bags neatly in shopping carts for easy transport from store to car.
- Collaborated with other grocery baggers to ensure efficient checkout process during busy times.
- Maintained smooth check out process by frequently replenishing bag supply and retrieving grocery baskets and carts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Enfield High School
Enfield06-2023
Skills
- Building containment
- Vehicle inspections
- Servicing vehicles
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics
- Hazard management
- Rescue equipment use
- Fire suppression work
- Fire suppression tools operations
- Fire containment
- Firefighting activities
Timeline
Firefighter
Hazardville Fire Department
11.2024 - Current
General Service Technician
Midas Muffler
08.2024 - Current
Service Technician
Monro Muffler Brake & Service
08.2023 - 08.2024
Grocery Bagger
Big Y Supermarket
10.2022 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Enfield High School