Connor Hendrickson

• Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
• Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
• Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
• Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
• Led successful search-and-rescue missions to locate missing persons or trapped individuals during fires or natural disasters.
• Reduced fire hazards within the community by conducting thorough building inspections and recommending preventive measures.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the fire department by adhering to established protocols in both routine activities and emergency situations.
• Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.
• Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
• Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
• Provided critical medical assistance to injured individuals at incident scenes utilizing CPR certification and basic EMT skills when necessary.
• Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
• Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
• Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
• Strengthened public safety awareness through educational presentations, workshops, and community outreach events.
• Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
• Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak, or spill.
• Streamlined communication between firefighters and command staff during incidents with clear radio procedures and incident reporting protocols.
• Assisted in the planning and coordination of community events, such as fire prevention week activities or open house demonstrations.
• Improved emergency response times by implementing more efficient dispatch procedures and optimizing fire equipment readiness.
• Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to ensure smooth coordination during emergency operations and disaster responses.
• Participated actively in physical fitness programs aimed at maintaining peak performance levels required for firefighting duties.
• Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
• Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.

Connor D. Hendrickson

4650 Crescent Pointe Dr, Apt 334

North Charleston, SC 29418

631-905-5718

Connorblue23@gmail.com

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#### PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly skilled and dedicated Air Force Firefighter with extensive experience in fire safety, emergency medical response, and hazardous materials handling. Proven track record of effective leadership and training in diverse and challenging environments, with multiple international deployments. Certified in various fire service disciplines and medical fields, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to emergency response and patient care. Bilingual in English and Spanish with basic proficiency in Korean.

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#### CERTIFICATIONS

- **Fire Officer I**

- **Fire Instructor I**

- **Fire Inspector I**

- **Fire Fighter I**

- **Fire Fighter II**

- **Airport Rescue Firefighter (ARFF)**

- **Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)**

- **National Registry Emergency Medical Responder (NREMR)**/ national registry emergency technician(EMT-B)

- **Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) Operations**

- **Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) Awareness**

- **Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) Technician**

- **Tender Driver Operator**

- **ARFF Driver Operator**

- **Pumper Driver Operator**

- **Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)**

- **Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)**

- **EKG Technician (CET)**

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#### PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

**Air Force Firefighter**

*United States Air Force*

*Dates of Service: [Aug 14, 2018 ] - Present*

- **Deployment Experience:**

- **Middle East (2020-2021):** Served in high-risk environments, providing fire protection, emergency response, and medical assistance under combat conditions.

- **South America (2021-2023):** Conducted fire safety operations, emergency medical response, and hazardous materials management across various bases and locations.

- **Asia (2023-2024):** Led firefighting teams, ensured compliance with safety regulations, and performed emergency medical duties in diverse and challenging settings.

- **Key Responsibilities:**

- Commanded firefighting units in response to emergencies, ensuring effective coordination and safety.

- Instructed and mentored junior firefighters and personnel in fire safety practices, emergency response protocols, and medical procedures.

- Conducted fire inspections and safety audits to enforce compliance with fire codes and regulations.

- Managed hazardous materials incidents, including containment, decontamination, and mitigation.

- Operated a variety of firefighting and emergency response vehicles, including tender, ARFF, and pumper driver operations.

- Provided advanced medical care as a certified clinical medical assistant, phlebotomy technician, and EKG technician.

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#### EDUCATION

*Associate Degree in Fire Sciences* (6 credits remaining)

*University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)*

- Relevant Coursework: Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, Hazardous Materials Management

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SKILLS

- Fire Safety and Emergency Response

- Hazardous Materials Handling

- Leadership and Team Management

- Training and Instruction

- Emergency Medical Services

- Vehicle Operation and Maintenance

- Compliance and Safety Audits

- Advanced Medical Procedures (Phlebotomy, EKG)

- **Languages:** English, Spanish, Basic Korean

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AWARDS AND HONORS

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PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

- (NY)Manorville volunteer Fire Dept

2017-2024

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REFERENCES

1. Ssgt Dylan ayers

5694 Ohio national guard

+1-937-760-9981

2. Lt shaquille hammond

Joint base charleston fire department

+1-(404) 955-1260

3. Chief Glen pilger

Joint base charleston fire department

+1 (843) 697-4656