Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
Lakeville,Massachusetts
4
years of professional experience
Proven lifeguard and wildland firefighter with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Experienced in public safety communication and incident command systems, dedicated to ensuring community safety and effective emergency response.
Work History
Lifeguard
4 Years 3 Months
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation | 05.2022 - Current
Monitored swimming areas to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
Responded quickly to emergencies, providing first aid and rescue assistance as needed.
Collaborated with team members to develop emergency response plans and improve operational efficiency.
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
Advocated for environmental conservation efforts, leading beach clean-up initiatives.
Wildland Firefighter
3 Months
Massachusetts District 2 Forest Fire Control | 05.2024 - 08.2024
Operated fire suppression equipment to control and extinguish wildfires effectively.
Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Operated and Maintained several pieces of complex Wildland firefighting Vehicles and machinery, Including portable pumps. Tankers, Brush Breakers, and engines of varying makes and models
Attended several advanced classes to improve my work performance, Including ATV and 4 Wheeler training for off road duties, a Pump class in which I learned the operational cycle of the most common Wildland Firefighting equipment.
Education
High School Diploma
Bishop Feehan High School | North Attleboro, MA | 06-2023
Skills
First aid
Public safety communication
Incident command system
Operation of non-standard and Legacy Firefighting vehicles
Including Manual Shifts
Oversized Vehicles and Overweight vehicles.
All-terrain vehicle operation
Fire suppression techniques
Physical fitness
Effective problem-solver
Strong communicator
Community education
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Massachusetts District 2 Forest Fire Control
05.2024 - 08.2024Read More
Lifeguard
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation