Coral Bears
West Richland,WA
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience as a Resident Firefighter, demonstrating commitment to service and safety since September 2022. Actively seeking opportunities to develop practical skills in hands-on trades, aiming to enhance efficiency and customer service. Strong work ethic and a passion for continuous learning drive personal and professional growth. Eager to contribute effectively to a dynamic team and deliver exceptional results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Private Home
Kennewick, Washington
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised children's activities and ensured a safe play environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents about daily activities and concerns.
- Developed routines that promoted discipline and positive behavior reinforcement.
- Monitored children's health and safety during all activities indoors and outdoors.
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
Firefighter
Benton County Fire District #4
West Richland, Washington
08.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls for fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Assisted in maintaining firefighting equipment and vehicles for optimal performance.
- Participated in fire drills and training exercises to enhance readiness skills.
- Collaborated with team members during emergency response scenarios and drills.
- Conducted inspections of fire safety equipment to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Engaged with the community to promote fire safety awareness and prevention tips.
- Supported senior firefighters in executing firefighting techniques during operations.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
Landscaper
Private Home
West Richland, Washington
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Cleared debris and weeds from garden beds and pathways.
- Followed safety procedures while using landscaping tools.
- Collaborated with homeowners to understand landscaping preferences.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Provided customer service, addressing client concerns and ensuring satisfaction with completed projects.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA06-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technician
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA06-2024
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School
Richland, WA06-2022
Firefighing
Tri Tech Skills Program
Kennewick, WA06-2022
Skills
- Work ethic
- Following directions
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Tool proficiency
- Determination
- Willingness to learn
- Organization
- Commitment to quality
- Preservation techniques
- Initiative
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- American Heart Assoc. Child CPR AED, Infant CPR, First Aid 2022
- Emergency Care And Safety Institute Course 2022
- STOP THE BLEED COURSE 2022
- Wildland Firefighter 2022
- FEMA IS 100 2022
- FEMA IS 200 2022
- FEMA IS 700 2022
- FEMA IS 800 2022
- NWCG S-130 2022
- NWCG L-180 2022
- NWCG S-190 2022
- EVIP 2022
- Ambulance Driver 2023
- IFSAC Firefighter One 2023
- EMT CBC Program 2024
- Swift Water Operations 2025
- Type Five Engineer 2025
- Fire Science Associates Degree 2025
- Type One Driver in training currently
Community Service
- Habitat For Humanity 2021
- Tri-Tech Halloween Promotion 2021
- Tri-Tech Open House 2021
- Tri Tech Open House 2022
- Veteran Parade for BCFD4 2022
- Polar Plunge 2021/2022
- Food Drive for BCFD4 2022
- BCFD4 Open House 2023
- Veteran Parade for BCFD4 2023
- BCFD4 Open House 2024
- Veterans Parade for BCFD4 2024
- WSU Tri Cities Controlled Burn 2025
Refernces
1. Raymond Newton Phone Number: (509)430-4797 Email:rnewton@bcfd4.org
2. Matthew Borschowa Phone Number: (509)975-0187 Email: MBorschowa@bcfd4.org
3. Manny Estrella Phone Number: (509)619-4086 Email: mestrella@bcfd4.org
4. Nathan Allington Phone Number: (509)366-8116 Email: nathen.allington@ksd.org
5. Bob Shannon Phone Number: (716)983-3780 Email: bshannon@bcfd4.org
6. Kelly Safranski Phone Number: (509)704-0248 Email: kellysafranski@gmail.com
7. Lesley Guereca Phone Number: (509)967-6500 Email- Lesley.Guereca@rsd.edu
8. Carolyn Berg Phone Number: (509)388-2720 Email: csbeg44@gmail.com
Timeline
Babysitter
Private Home
08.2024 - Current
Firefighter
Benton County Fire District #4
08.2022 - Current
Landscaper
Private Home
04.2020 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Columbia Basin College
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technician
Columbia Basin College
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School
Firefighing
Tri Tech Skills Program