David Manes
Mayo
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Special Operations Firefighter/Paramedic at Lake County Fire Rescue. Proven expertise in emergency response and medical treatment, complemented by strong stress tolerance and resilience. Recognized for effective incident management and community relations, consistently exceeding performance expectations in high-pressure environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Operations Firefighter/Paramedic
Lake County Fire Rescue
Lake County, Florida
10.2008 - 11.2024
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring rapid deployment and effective incident management.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools, maintaining readiness for diverse emergency scenarios.
- Conducted thorough inspections of fire apparatus and gear, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, enhancing operational readiness and communication skills.
Arborist Foreman
Walt Disney World
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
01.1992 - 10.2008
- Led tree care operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and industry standards.
- Developed maintenance plans for diverse tree species, enhancing health and longevity.
- Trained junior arborists on proper pruning techniques and equipment usage.
- Conducted risk assessments for tree hazards, recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
- Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
- Consistently met or exceeded job performance expectations, earning positive reviews from both clients and supervisors alike.
- Used ladders, ropes, harnesses and other protective equipment to climb trees and to identify arboricultural pathology concerns.
- Managed project timelines effectively to ensure all tasks were completed within allocated timeframes, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Trimmed and removed tree limbs in contention using safety measures.
U.S. Army Infantry
U.S. Army
Fort Benning, GA
07.1987 - 08.1991
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- PLDC.
- U.S. Army Airborne School.
- U.S. Army Air Assault School.
- Worked as a Team Leader and Bradley Gunner during Operation Desert Shield/Storm.
- CIB
Education
No Degree -
Palm Beach Community College
Boca Raton, FLHigh School Diploma -
Boca Raton Community High School
Boca Raton, FL06-1987
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Medical response
- Emergency response
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
- Emergency medical treatment
- Firefighting
- Community relations
- Search and rescue techniques
- Radio communication proficiency
- Fire pump operation
Timeline
Special Operations Firefighter/Paramedic
Lake County Fire Rescue
10.2008 - 11.2024
Arborist Foreman
Walt Disney World
01.1992 - 10.2008
U.S. Army Infantry
U.S. Army
07.1987 - 08.1991
No Degree -
Palm Beach Community College
High School Diploma -
Boca Raton Community High School