Dalton Smith
Buckley
Summary
Professional with expertise in critical thinking and leadership within emergency services. Proven experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic with a focus on advanced medical care and technical rescue operations. Dedicated to enhancing emergency response effectiveness, promoting teamwork, and emphasizing positive departmental culture.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
East Pierce Fire and Rescue
Bonney Lake
01.2018 - Current
- Led Honor Guard to reinforce department culture and values.
- Enhanced emergency response capabilities through active participation on technical rescue team.
- Delivered advanced medical care during emergencies after obtaining Paramedic certification.
- Instructed recruits at fire academy, focusing on essential firefighting techniques.
- Precepted probationary firefighters to facilitate skill development and integration into department.
- Achieved designations as Acting Company Officer and Acting Ladder Company Officer for leadership contributions.
- Managed emergency calls by effectively responding to fires, medical aid, and hazardous incidents.
- Contributed to wellness committee, promoting initiatives for health and safety.
Chinook Crew Chief
U.S. Army
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
05.2011 - 05.2017
- Supervised daily helicopter maintenance and inspections to ensure operational readiness.
- Coordinated with flight crews for safety compliance during all operations.
- Managed logistics for parts and supplies, supporting effective maintenance activities.
- Trained new crew members on proper equipment usage and in-flight operations.
- Accumulated over 1,000 flight hours during domestic and overseas deployments.
- Completed three deployments to Afghanistan, enhancing operational experience.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Fire Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL06-2027
Associate Of Science (AS) - Business Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL06-2020
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Advanced medical care
- Team leadership and followership
- Technical rescue operations
- training and development
- wellness promotion
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
EMT
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
East Pierce Fire and Rescue
01.2018 - Current
Chinook Crew Chief
U.S. Army
05.2011 - 05.2017
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Fire Administration
Columbia Southern University
Associate Of Science (AS) - Business Management
Columbia Southern University