Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Lieutenant
Cherry Point Fire And Emergency Services
Havelock, NC
10.2007 - Current
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Operates as integral member of firefighting team to life safety emergencies under direct supervision in hazardous conditions
Issues of hot work permits
Completion of Fire, Rescue, EMS, Inspection and other reports
Driving and operation of Fire and EMS apparatus
Responds as integral member of hazardous material team at hazardous material technician level
Responds as member of high/low angle rescue team and of water rescue team
Answer aircraft emergencies and confined space rescues
Housekeeping and minor maintenance chores
Execute Basic level pre-hospital emergency care and triage within state protocols
Performs extrication and packaging of victims utilizing rescue tools
Submits requests to responsible parties to acquire needed Hazmat supplies and equipment
Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
Drove and operated structural pumpers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment.
Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
Firefighter
Jacksonville Fire Department, 206 Marine BLVD
Jacksonville, NC
07.2004 - 10.2007
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Operates as integral member of firefighting team to life safety emergencies under direct supervision in hazardous conditions
Completion of Fire, Rescue, EMS, Inspection and other reports
Driving and operation of Fire and EMS apparatus
Responds as integral member of hazardous material team at hazardous material operations level
Performs hydrant, fire alarm boxes, and fire hose testing
Housekeeping and minor maintenance chores
Execute EMT-Basic level pre-hospital emergency care and triage within state protocols
Gives clear, concise, and meaningful reports to other medical personnel
Performs extrication and packaging of victims utilizing rescue tools
Maintains an accurate inventory of drugs and equipment
Provides accurate, thorough, and intelligent communication and documentation of patient care, treatment, and contact
Treatment and triage of medical and trauma patients at the paramedic level
Daily station duties and preventative maintenance of equipment and apparatus
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
Marine Corp, New River Marine Corp Air Station
New River, NC
11.2001 - 06.2004
Performs related duties as required.
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on [Timeframe] basis.
Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
Complete daily training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Education
Certification -
Firefighter Certification Program
Skills
Fire Suppression Techniques
Hazard Identification
Fire Suppression Tools Operations
Hazardous Chemicals
Combustible Gas Detectors
Vehicle and Equipment Operation
Scene Prioritization
Fire Department Procedures
Critical Thinking
Hazard Mitigation
Chemical Identification
HAZMAT Knowledge
Timeline
Firefighter/Lieutenant
Cherry Point Fire And Emergency Services
10.2007 - Current
Firefighter
Jacksonville Fire Department, 206 Marine BLVD
07.2004 - 10.2007
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
Marine Corp, New River Marine Corp Air Station
11.2001 - 06.2004
Certification -
Firefighter Certification Program
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