Daniel Sarman
Ashland,OR
Summary
Results-focused Air and High angle rescue professional with strength in Helicopter operations ( SAR, HEMS ), Rope access and Firefighter. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging Rope Access Rescue and emergency rescue operations knowledge to promote. R&D with talent for new technique and developing new device for working at hight. Strong knowledge of working at hight and rescue device. Communicative and team-oriented with proficiency in OnShape, Corel, PaperTrail. Proven history of fostering R&D to meet team, individual and management objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter / EMT
Jackson County Fire District 5
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively coordinating with dispatch and other first responders.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
Firefighter
Evans Valley Fire Department
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential fire hazards.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively coordinating with dispatch and other first responders.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
Arborist
Bartlett Tree Service
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced tree health by identifying and treating various diseases and pest infestations.
- Increased property safety through the removal of hazardous trees and limbs, reducing potential damage risks.
- Preserved tree structural integrity with proper pruning techniques, promoting healthy growth patterns.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing expert advice on tree care and maintenance best practices.
- Optimized equipment performance with regular maintenance checks, decreasing downtime and increasing efficiency.
- Managed project timelines effectively to ensure all tasks were completed within allocated timeframes, resulting in satisfied customers.
R&D
Singing Rock
06.2017 - 01.2021
- Managed customer digital marketing strategies to meet client goals and objectives
- Developed innovative product solutions grounded in clear understanding of customer needs
- Worked as part of 7-person team to develop innovative branded marketing collateral for use by sales team
- Produced marketing graphics that were attractive and high-quality by applying skills in Vertical Space and Paper Trail
- Researched consumer opinions and marketing strategies in collaboration with marketing team personnel
- Collected and analyzed consumer data, including demographics, preferences and purchasing trends.
Firefighter
Fire Department of Hradec Kralove
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies
- Used helicopter (SAR, HEMS) equipment and tools to assist in rescue operations
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety
- Responded directly to residential and business emergency situations to serve community
- Developed hazard training programs for emergency response team
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires using shovels and engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Instructor Specialist
Air Rescue Systems Europe
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Proactively identified and solved complex problems related to employee training, management and business direction
- Created and offered additional materials to enhance training
- Traveled to meet with SAR and HEMS accounts, unveiling new trends, introducing new collections and working directly with key clients to promote brand products and facilitate increased sales and account volume
- Completed frequent assessments of training materials, structure and success rates in order to enhance program
- Reduced process gaps by effectively training new hires on best practices and protocols
- Developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks
- Identified areas of concern uncovered during training sessions and suggested methods to reduce risk
- Instructor for helicopter operation (SAR and HEMS) Experience training: Air rescuer SAR - CZ SAR Police air squads of Prague, Training: Slovakia SAR Police air squads, Montenegro SAR Mountain Rescuers, Italia Soccorso Alpino Trentino, UAE Army, Egypt Army, South Korea Army
Firefighter
Fire Department of Prague
01.2008 - 01.2019
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies
- Used helicopter (SAR, HEMS) equipment and tools to assist in rescue operations
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety
- Responded directly to residential and business emergency situations to serve community
- Developed hazard training programs for emergency response team
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires using shovels and engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps
- Instructor and commander of high angle rescue squad and helicopter SAR crew Valuation: Best Firefighter crew year 2014, Bronze Medal for rescue during floods with the helicopter year 2013, Medal for saving life 2017
Independent Contractor
Padworking
05.2005 - 03.2010
- Read and understood specifications, drawings and blueprints to complete accurate, high-quality work
- Reviewed customer requests, resolved questions and defined specifications before completing orders
- Delivered high level of customer service and support by answering questions and returning phone calls quickly
- Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials
- Relayed communication to equipment operators and helped attach special pieces
- Identified and eliminated hazards with a chainsaw to prevent many safety problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate
Higher Vocational School Of Fire Protection
Fridek-Mistek05.2011
High School Diploma -
Presl's High School Of Mechanical Engineer
Prague CZ05.2001
Skills
- Technical analysis
- Project management
- Expert in OnShape, Corel
- Organizational skills
- Working collaboratively
- Flexible
- Computer skills
- Alarm response
- Fire suppression work
- Fire suppression tactics
- Rescue equipment proficiency
- Human and animal evacuations
- Ladder operation
- Secure zone transportation
- Crisis communications
- Hazardous materials handling
- Fire response team direction
- High angle rescue course development
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Workshop and conference presentations
- Education assessments
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Classroom management
- Self-starter
Certification
- Work at heights and depths instructor due to the law: EU NV 362/2005 sb.
- Operating high technically, 52m heigh basket operating
- Sport and recondition massager
- Driving licence: group A,B,C,E
- IRATA level 2
- Instructor for rock climbing
- Instructor for an indoor climbing wall
- Instructor for Lanex Fastrope ( www.lanex.cz )
- Instructor for Ledic training polygon ( www. tolrex.com )
- Instructor ARS Europe for HHO, HEC
- Inspecting technician for climbing equipment ( Beal, Camp, Petzl, Singing Rock, Ocun, Lanex )
- Guide for canyoning ( CZ Canyoning association )
- Speleology( member Prague caver team )
- Certification to work with a chainsaw
- The license of an air rescue Police and Rescue Crew CZ
- Trade certificate for business and services
- Certification for first aid - ( www.lifesupport.cz )
- EMT
- NFPA 1001 - FF1
- NFPA 1001 - FF2
- FEMA IS700B
- FEMA IS100C
- NFPA 472 - HazMat
- NFPA 1500 HazMat Spill Prevention / Respiratory Protection / Bloodborne Pathogens
- OSHA - Accident Investigation
- NFPA 8.1, 8.2, 8.3 Vehicle Extrication
- CPR
- NFPA 1006
- S-212 Wildland Fire Chain
- NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver / Operator
- EVOC / Defensive Driving
- NWCG S-130
Accomplishments
Bronze Medal for rescue during floods with the helicopter year 2013
Best Firefighter crew year 2014
Medal for saving life 2017
Timeline
Firefighter / EMT
Jackson County Fire District 5
01.2022 - Current
Firefighter
Evans Valley Fire Department
09.2021 - 01.2022
Arborist
Bartlett Tree Service
02.2021 - 01.2022
Firefighter
Fire Department of Hradec Kralove
01.2019 - 01.2021
R&D
Singing Rock
06.2017 - 01.2021
Instructor Specialist
Air Rescue Systems Europe
08.2015 - 05.2019
Firefighter
Fire Department of Prague
01.2008 - 01.2019
Independent Contractor
Padworking
05.2005 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
Rogue Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate
Higher Vocational School Of Fire Protection
High School Diploma -
Presl's High School Of Mechanical Engineer