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Daniel Hernandez

El Paso,TX

Summary

Currently as a Fire Lieutenant, successful managing fire and medical emergencies. Hardworking and punctual with outstanding public relations abilities. Talented in performing administrative duties, creating incident reports, ordering supplies, providing strategy training and performing building inspections. Vigilant Fire Lieutenant boasting an 18 year career. Extensive knowledge of firefighting methods and emergency medical treatment protocols. Dedicated to providing quality service to nearly 700,000 citizens in El Paso. Outstanding decision-making, problem-solving and communication talents. Dedicated firefighting professional with great leadership, planning and scene management abilities. Talented in keeping crew members at peak performance with continuous training and expert motivational talents. Ready for any challenge and certified in multiple areas.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Lieutenant

City of El Paso
03.2018 - Current
  • Perform functions of fire suppression shift supervisor of a fire company or station assigned: Involves Participate in emergency activities such as fire suppression, rescue, medical assistance, hazardous conditions, and other emergency incidents
  • Perform related support activities such as minor maintenance of equipment, apparatus and facilities, and inspection of buildings and fire hydrants
  • Evaluate fire prevention activities
  • Supervise assigned personnel
  • Involves: schedule assign instruct, guide, check and evaluate work
  • Arrange for or engage in employee training and development
  • Counsel, motivate and maintain harmonious working relationships among subordinates
  • Recommend staffing and employee status changes
  • Maintain records and prepare reports
  • Assume command of the company and station or facility during absence of superior.

Fire Suppression Technician

City of El Paso
02.2014 - 03.2018
  • Perform functions of fire equipment operator as assigned
  • Involves: Drive fire engine to scene of fire or other emergencies
  • Ensure that firefighting equipment and tools are on apparatus and in working condition, and that water pump maintains constant water pressure
  • Operate aerial ladder controls
  • Inspect buildings
  • Perform functions of the fire equipment mechanic as assigned

Fire Fighter

City of El Paso
12.2005 - 02.2014
  • Perform fire suppression duties
  • Involves: Respond to fire alarms while assigned to a fire suppression, medical, or other Specialized units
  • Lay and connect hose, hold nozzles, and direct fog, chemical or water streams
  • Raise and climb ladder, use portable fire extinguishers
  • Make forcible entry into buildings when necessary and ventilate burning building
  • Evacuate persons from danger, and perform salvage operations
  • Participate in fire drills and attend training classes
  • Keep informed of the location of fire hydrants, water system layout, city streets and buildings
  • Engage in fire prevention work by investigating the causes of fire and making routine inspections of buildings and immediate surroundings for the existence of fire hazards
  • Perform medical duties while assigned to fire suppression or medical unit locally credentialed as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic, (EMT)- Intermediate, or EMT- Paramedic
  • Involves: perform specialized emergency medical care as instructed or approved by the Medical Director or Medical Control physician while assigned to a fire suppression or medical unit as outlined in the current Emergency Medical Services Systems (EMSS) Protocols, State law, and department policy and procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Fire Science

El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX

Bachelor of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL

Skills

  • Fire prevention
  • Firefighter Safety
  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Building inspections
  • Crew Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Decision-Making
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Workload prioritization
  • Personnel Management
  • Records Management
  • Fire inspection investigations
  • Firefighting operations
  • Incident Command

Accomplishments

Started as a Fire fighter and sought out a Hazardous Materials Technician certification. Few years later obtained a National Registered Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic.


*Promoted to Fire Suppression Technician.

Obtained a Texas Commission of Fire Protection (TCFP) certification Fire Instructor one in 12/2015.

Fire Officer one 3/2016

Fire investigator in 11/2017

*Prompted to Lieutenant in 3/2018

Fire Instructor two in 10/2018


*Currently on promotion list for Captain.




Certification

  • Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certifications – IAFC Hazmat Fusion Center.
  • Paramedic Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • Fire Investigator Certification – International Association of Arson Investigators.
  • Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Certificate (EVOC) – Various state and local agencies.
  • Fire Inspector I, II, III Certifications – NFPA or similar accrediting organization.
  • CPR/AED Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Fire Lieutenant

City of El Paso
03.2018 - Current

Fire Suppression Technician

City of El Paso
02.2014 - 03.2018

Fire Fighter

City of El Paso
12.2005 - 02.2014

Associate of Science - Fire Science

El Paso Community College

Bachelor of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University

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