Dakota Kunkel
Waco,TX
Summary
Dependable professional with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire truck specialist
Robinson Fire
Robinson, Tx
08.2023 - Current
- Managed inventory of fire safety equipment and supplies.
- Coordinated training sessions for new staff on equipment use.
- Participated in community outreach programs promoting fire safety awareness.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
Firefighter
Temple fire
Temple, Texas
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Responded to emergency calls and provided swift assistance to affected individuals.
- 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.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
Firefighter
Williamson County ESD7
Florence, tx
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Responded to emergency calls and provided swift assistance to affected individuals.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
Sells Rep
Gateway Tire
Bellmead, Texas
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted customers with tire selection and service recommendations.
- Processed customer orders and managed inventory levels efficiently.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while remaining empathetic to their concerns.
- Answered phone calls and directed them to appropriate personnel.
- Provided customer service by answering product and service related questions.
Assembler
Kalyn Siebert
Gatesville, Texas
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Assembled components using hand tools and power tools according to specifications.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment during assembly tasks.
- Inspected assembled products for quality and ensured adherence to standards.
- Maintained a clean workstation to comply with safety and operational guidelines.
- Reported issues or defects in materials to supervisors for timely resolution.
- Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
- Align components for proper fit and adjust as necessary during the assembly process.
Powder Coater
Attic Breeze
Gatesville, Texas
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning and sanding before coating application.
- Maintained clean work area by disposing of waste materials properly.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products for coating consistency.
- Cleaned, sandblasted, and prepped surfaces for coating application.
- Safely operated bake oven to accurately cure powder coats on products.
- Identified defects in coated parts using visual inspection techniques or by performing tests like adhesion strength test.
loadout
Atwoods
Bellmead, Texas
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Tire Technician
j&j service center
hamilton , tx
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Inspected tires for damage and wear before installation.
- Removed and replaced tires using hand and power tools.
- Performed tire rotations, mounts, and balancing on vehicles.
- Cleaned and maintained tire service bays to keep work areas organized.
- Performed minor repairs, such as valve stem replacements, on customer vehicles' tires.
- Balanced and mounted new tires for customers, providing detailed breakdowns of services performed.
- Checked tire inflation pressure on a regular basis and adjusted air pressure if needed.
- Removed old tires from rims using specialized tools such as bead breakers and tire irons.
- Replaced worn tires with new ones of the same size and type.
Parts Specialist
eagle auto parts
Hamilton, Texas
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate auto parts and accessories.
- Maintained organized inventory of parts and supplies on the sales floor.
- Processed customer orders and facilitated timely delivery of products.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding product features and compatibility.
- Received customer orders and placed them into the system for processing.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in a timely manner.
- Created purchase orders for new parts when needed by vendors or suppliers.
Education
Fire Protection Technology -
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX05-2021
High School Diploma -
Jonesboro ISD
Jonesboro, TX05-2018
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Fire suppression tactics
- Inventory management
- Emergency response
- Fire safety training
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
Affiliations
- fishing
- hunting
- ranching
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Firefighter
Temple fire
06.2024 - 05.2025
Fire truck specialist
Robinson Fire
08.2023 - Current
Firefighter
Williamson County ESD7
08.2023 - 06.2024
Sells Rep
Gateway Tire
09.2022 - 08.2023
Assembler
Kalyn Siebert
09.2021 - 09.2022
Powder Coater
Attic Breeze
06.2021 - 09.2021
loadout
Atwoods
01.2021 - 05.2021
Tire Technician
j&j service center
01.2019 - 01.2021
Parts Specialist
eagle auto parts
03.2018 - 01.2019
Fire Protection Technology -
McLennan Community College
High School Diploma -
Jonesboro ISD