Daniel Goff
Geneva,OH
Summary
Proven leader and skilled technician, adept in fiber splicing and emergency support, significantly enhanced public safety at Geneva Fire Department. Expert in leveraging cooperative relationships for effective team supervision and critical situation management. Demonstrated excellence in equipment evaluation and budget management, ensuring operational efficiency and prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Geneva Fire Department
11.2023 - Current
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
EMT-Basic
GENEVA ON THE LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Used medical equipment and supplies, such as oxygen tanks and intravenous (IV) supplies.
- Provided patient education on pre-hospital care and safety.
- Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
- Assisted in removal of patients from hazardous or confined spaces.
- Utilized ambulances and other vehicles to transport patients to medical facilities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols, procedures and medical advances.
- Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
- Responded to calls swiftly, providing life-saving interventions.
- Dressed and cleaned wounds, administered medications and performed other duties as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
Fiber Optic Splicer
Kinetic
10.2021 - Current
- Tested fiber optic cables and documented results.
- Performed repairs on severed fiber cables to restore to complete functionality.
- Built splice cases to enclose exposed transmission lines.
- Worked at heights of up to 28 feet and frequently lifted up to 60 pounds.
- Spliced, bonded, ground and terminated cables.
- Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
- Identified and reported equipment malfunctions, defective parts and materials to appropriate supervisor.
- Located and repaired line faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Troubleshot cable, underground junction boxes and conduit by utilizing specialized equipment and devices.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- using otdr to find faults in fiber system
- using clever and fusion splicer along with other tools to fix breaks in fiber system
- making sure customers get good service by doing a proper installation
- making sure to use wifi scanner in some locations to make sure customer is getting proper service
- working with splice cases to fix broken fiber
- running fiber drops from up to 6 pole to customers homes
- running lateral {main fiber trunk} on utility poles to the dongle {splice case}
- dot certified
- gaffing certified
- fiber certificate for training and passing fiber class
- working in CO buildings fixing fiber jumpers or resetting the network cards
- working with copper lines for old phone systems tracing broken copper and repairing it
- working with power pairs for fiber system
Volunteer Firefighter
Harpersfield Volunteer Fire Department
05.2016 - Current
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
Technician
Spectrum
11.2014 - 10.2021
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- running rg6 and rg11 lines to get from utility pole to customers home
- fixing and resolving customer issues
- trouble shooting phone shorts in customers home if they had dial tone
- work with scope program to check levels in area and customers home
- climbing utility poles on every job to make sure cable fittings are good at tap and tight
- i feel every customer should get treated the same as they are paying a bill for your services
Avery Dennison
Avery Dennison
10.2012 - 01.2015
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- go into the system in microsoft word and route work orders
- do company call outs to see what orders need done in a timely manner
- run machine programs and adjust tensions working with MFG PRO
- work in shipping to make sure trucks get in and out in a timely manner
- running slitter operator machine and check for defects in material
Operator Foreman
Mohawk Paper
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine necessary project steps.
- Planned and assigned work according to project needs and individual team member strengths.
- Utilize orders to complete jobs.
- Lead crew on daily basis.
- unloading loading materials in shipping and receiving while operating with a 60 inch clamp truck
- loading data into computer system using microsoft power point
- taking notes of daily activities using microsoft word
- put material data into system of what goes out and what comes in
- creating work orders for the operators of what material needs ran next and what does not
- answering company phone to schedule or reschedule deliveries
HVAC Technician
HTC Global Services
02.2008 - 05.2011
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Calibrated equipment to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Investigated major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating and air-conditioning systems and used troubleshooting to determine causes.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC and refrigeration units.
- Inspected cooling systems and identified potential problems.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medical Technology
Auburn Career Center
Painesville, OH11.2022
Fire - Fire Science
Auburn Career Center
Painesville, OH10.2018
FIRE SCIENCE - Fire Science
Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH11.2009
High School Diploma -
Geneva High School
Geneva, OH06.2003
CONSTRUCTION - Masonry
ATECH
Jefferson, OH06.2003
Skills
- Cooperative relationships
- Rescue equipment use
- Fire Control
- Emergency support
- Budget Management
- Equipment evaluation
- Public safety and security
- Leadership and supervision
- climbing to excessive heights
- working with tools
- working with people
- working alone
- safety
- fiber splicing
- fusion splicing
- putting fiber ends on
- making sure i do an adequate job at my fiber jobs
- putting customers first
- showing up at a timely manner
Timeline
Firefighter
Geneva Fire Department
11.2023 - Current
EMT-Basic
GENEVA ON THE LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
01.2022 - Current
Fiber Optic Splicer
Kinetic
10.2021 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Harpersfield Volunteer Fire Department
05.2016 - Current
Technician
Spectrum
11.2014 - 10.2021
Avery Dennison
Avery Dennison
10.2012 - 01.2015
Operator Foreman
Mohawk Paper
08.2011 - 10.2012
HVAC Technician
HTC Global Services
02.2008 - 05.2011
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medical Technology
Auburn Career Center
Fire - Fire Science
Auburn Career Center
FIRE SCIENCE - Fire Science
Lakeland Community College
High School Diploma -
Geneva High School
CONSTRUCTION - Masonry
ATECH
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