Dana Cunningham
Anderson,CA
Summary
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment where teamwork and a positive attitude will make a difference.
Experienced 20 year search and rescue veteran with the U.S. Coast Guard.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Technician
PHI Air Medical
Red Bluff, California
10.2024 - Current
- Removed and installed engines on Bell 407 following approved procedures.
- Performed detailed inspections of aircraft systems and components to identify any potential issues or defects.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to find root causes of faults.
Volunteer Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Bayside volunteer fire department
Kodiak, AK
02.2020 - Current
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Responded directly to residential and business emergency situations to serve community.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Set up and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools in emergency situations.
- Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
Fire Fighter/Driver Operator (72 Hour Work Week)
U.S. Coast Guard Base Kodiak Fire Department
Kodiak, Alaska
02.2022 - 10.2024
- Attended firefighting classes to learn proper techniques and safety procedures.
- Instructed new firefighters on the use of fire equipment and emergency response protocols.
- Performed regular maintenance and testing of all firefighting gear, vehicles, and equipment.
- Assisted in extinguishing residential, commercial, and industrial fires using hoses, ladders, pumps, foam systems, and other specialized tools.
- Inspected residential and commercial buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable building codes.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
U.S. Coast Guard
Kodiak, AK
08.2002 - 09.2022
- Maintained aircraft environmental systems, oxygen systems, fire extinguishing systems and utility systems.
- Completed timely inspections of aircraft systems and components to check performance and safety.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Helicopter flight mechanic, specializing in search and rescue.
Education
Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply
Alabama Fire College
Tuscaloosa, AL06-2024
Apparatus Driver Operator - Aerial
Department of Defense CDC
01-2024
Hazardous Materials Technician
SAFETY EDUCATION CONSORTIUM LLC
Kodiak, AK09-2023
Alaska EMT 2 And 3
United States Coast Guard
09-2023
Apparatus Driver Operator - Pumper
Department of Defense CDC
Kodiak, AK07-2023
SCBA Certified Technician II
3M Scott
Kodiak, AK04-2023
Airport Firefighter And Driver Operator-ARFF -
Alabama Fire Collage
Muscle Shoals, AL12.2021
Firefighter 1 And 2. Hazmat Awareness/Operations
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX04.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
Bayside Firefighter Department
01.2021
Skills
- Fire suppression tactics
- Human and animal evacuations
- Apparatus maintenance
- Decontamination
- Medical response
References
- Assistant, chief Jeff Trenery (907) 942-0871
- Captain James Madera (920) 815-1020
- Firefighter Marcus Stewart (907) 942-1328
Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Technician
PHI Air Medical
10.2024 - Current
Fire Fighter/Driver Operator (72 Hour Work Week)
U.S. Coast Guard Base Kodiak Fire Department
02.2022 - 10.2024
Volunteer Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Bayside volunteer fire department
02.2020 - Current
Aviation Maintenance Technician
U.S. Coast Guard
08.2002 - 09.2022
Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply
Alabama Fire College
Apparatus Driver Operator - Aerial
Department of Defense CDC
Hazardous Materials Technician
SAFETY EDUCATION CONSORTIUM LLC
Alaska EMT 2 And 3
United States Coast Guard
Apparatus Driver Operator - Pumper
Department of Defense CDC
SCBA Certified Technician II
3M Scott
Airport Firefighter And Driver Operator-ARFF -
Alabama Fire Collage
Firefighter 1 And 2. Hazmat Awareness/Operations
Kilgore College
Emergency Medical Technician
Bayside Firefighter Department