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Craig Kizer

Lubbock,TX

Summary

Dedicated local professional with extensive experience in customer service and emergency response, notably as a Firefighter at West Carlisle Volunteer Fire Department. Proven ability in fire suppression and effective communication under pressure, ensuring safety and efficiency. Recognized for exceptional teamwork and problem-solving skills, consistently delivering results in high-stress environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter, Secretary, President

West Carlisle Volunteer Fire Department
Lubbock, TX
10.2021 - Current
  • Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
  • Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
  • Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
  • Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
  • Performed The duties of secretary for two years including Taking and Writing the Monthly Minutes. Record All Personnel during Department Events and Trainings and Logged those Recordings into The system.
  • Became President Of the Department after the two years as Secretary. Making sure things run as smooth as Possible by overseeing the duties of others. And making sure new recruits go through the right channels to be Put on Probationary Status.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
  • Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.

Stone Fabricator

Onyx Stone Company
Lubbock , TX
09.2016 - Current
  • Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations to customers based on their needs.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels.
  • Answered phone inquiries regarding store hours, product availability, pricing.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer complaints.
  • Helped shop personnel complete assignments.
  • Assisted with training new shop assistants in store policies and procedures.
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.

Tire Technician

Discount Tire
Lubbock , TX
12.2013 - 08.2016
  • Unbolted and removed wheels from vehicles with lug wrenches or other hand or power tools.
  • Completed tire rotations on diverse vehicle makes and models.
  • Performed minor repairs, such as valve stem replacements, on customer vehicles' tires.
  • Repaired and plugged vehicle tires to help customers avoid purchase of new tires.
  • Maintained inventory by loading and unloading tire shipments.
  • Inspected and prepared wheel drums and rims for reassembly.
  • Removed and remounted wheels onto different types of vehicles.
  • Performed tire rotations, mounts, and balancing on vehicles.

Farm Hand

Walt Haygood
Wolfforth, TX
07.2012 - 11.2013
  • Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
  • Planted seeds according to prescribed methods of production.
  • Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
  • Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.

Grocery Bagger

United Supermarkets
Lubbock , TX
06.2010 - 06.2012
  • Loaded and unloaded items from machines, carts and dollies.
  • Collected shopping carts from parking lot and returned to store.
  • Delivered courteous, prompt service by quickly attending to customer needs and requests.
  • Loaded groceries into customers' vehicles, offering exceptional customer service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Frenship High School
Wolfforth, TX
05-2014

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

South Plains College
Levelland, TX

Graduate Certificate - TCFP Basic Fire Fighting Course, Firefighter 1 & 2

Wolfforth Fire Academy
Wolfforth, TX
07-2016

Graduate Certificate - EMT- B

South Plains College
Levelland, TX
12-2015

Certificate - Hazardous Materials Course NFPA 472 - Awareness

Wolfforth Fire Academy
Wolfforth, TX
06-2016

Certificate - Hazardous Materials Course NFPA 472 - Operations

Wolfforth Fire Academy
Wolfforth, TX
06-2016

Certificate - Safe Practices For Traffic Incident Responders

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
02-2022

Certificate - Fire Dynamics Smoke Reading

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
03-2022

Certificate - Water Supply

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
04-2022

Certificate - SFFMA Aerial Operator

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
04-2022

Certificate - Taking Action Against Cancer in The Fire Service

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
01-2023

Certificate - Lubbock Area Fire Conference Live Fire House 1,3,4

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
04-2023

Certificate - Instructor 1

Cisco Fire Department Training
Cisco, TX
01-2024

Certificate - Emergency Vehicle Driver Training- Student Level

West Carlisle Fire Department
Lubbock, TX
06-2024

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Proper lifting techniques
  • Search and rescue
  • Fire suppression
  • Emergency medical response
  • Incident reporting
  • Firefighter training
  • Hazardous material handling
  • Problem solving
  • Forcible entry techniques
  • Fire safety
  • Apparatus maintenance
  • Fire apparatus operation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Euipment operation
  • Communication skills
  • Time management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Firefighter, Secretary, President

West Carlisle Volunteer Fire Department
10.2021 - Current

Stone Fabricator

Onyx Stone Company
09.2016 - Current

Tire Technician

Discount Tire
12.2013 - 08.2016

Farm Hand

Walt Haygood
07.2012 - 11.2013

Grocery Bagger

United Supermarkets
06.2010 - 06.2012

High School Diploma -

Frenship High School

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

South Plains College

Graduate Certificate - TCFP Basic Fire Fighting Course, Firefighter 1 & 2

Wolfforth Fire Academy

Graduate Certificate - EMT- B

South Plains College

Certificate - Hazardous Materials Course NFPA 472 - Awareness

Wolfforth Fire Academy

Certificate - Hazardous Materials Course NFPA 472 - Operations

Wolfforth Fire Academy

Certificate - Safe Practices For Traffic Incident Responders

Texas A&M University

Certificate - Fire Dynamics Smoke Reading

Texas A&M University

Certificate - Water Supply

Texas A&M University

Certificate - SFFMA Aerial Operator

Texas A&M University

Certificate - Taking Action Against Cancer in The Fire Service

Texas A&M University

Certificate - Lubbock Area Fire Conference Live Fire House 1,3,4

Texas A&M University

Certificate - Instructor 1

Cisco Fire Department Training

Certificate - Emergency Vehicle Driver Training- Student Level

West Carlisle Fire Department
Craig Kizer