DeQuan Bowden
Port Huron,MI
Summary
Hard working and ambitious individual with over one year of experience as a POC Firefighter. I have successfully graduated fire academy, earned my Fire 1 & Fire 2 state certification, and my dream is to become a full time career firefighter. I'm ready to learn more, grow in experience, and sharpen my skillset. My passion, positive attitude, team oriented mindset, and natural leadership abilities, will make me an asset to any fire department who hires me. Ready to save lives, protect the environment, and protect property for the next twenty years plus.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
POC Firefighter
Fort Gratiot Fire Department
Fort Gratiot , MI
12.2023 - Current
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
Production Worker
Magna Electric Vehicle Structures
Saint Clair, MI
10.2023 - Current
- Ensure accuracy of finished products against work orders or blueprints.
- Ensure proper labeling of completed products before shipping out.
- Adhere strictly to established guidelines and procedures while performing duties.
- Work with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Set up and operate production machinery according to company's specific standards and protocols.
Production Assembler
Resource
Port Huron, MI
10.2015 - 07.2023
- Repaired defective parts using appropriate machinery or hand tools.
- Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
- Determined team assignments and work procedures to increase efficiencies.
- Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
- Processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Collaborated with supervisors in order to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the assembly process.
- Packaged and palletized completed products and prepared for shipping.
Insurance Consultant
Leazer Group
Port Huron, MI
07.2016 - 07.2021
- Organized educational seminars designed to educate customers about different types of insurance policies available.
- Monitored renewal dates to ensure that policies are updated as required.
- Educated clients on industry standards, regulations and best practices related to insurance coverage.
- Contacted underwriters and submitted forms to obtain binder coverage.
- Prepared presentations for prospective customers demonstrating the benefits of specific products or services.
- Met with division leaders and consultants to discuss strategies to increase sales.
- Analyzed clients' financial positions, liabilities and assets to determine appropriate coverage levels.
- Counseled prospects and policyholders on coverage, limits and regulations.
- Advised clients on the latest trends and developments in the insurance marketplace.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Fire 1 Fire 2 And Hazmat Ops
St. Clair County Fire Chiefs Assoc Fire Academy
Fort Gratiot Fire Department05-2023
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
Kalamazoo, MI06-2007
Some College (No Degree) -
St Clair County Community College
Port Huron, MISkills
- First Aid Certified
- First Response Services
- Ladder Operation
- Emergency Response
- Excellent communicator
- Natural born leader
Reference
Captain Bill Shagnea (810) 531-8787
Pastor Phil Whetstone (810) 300-1997
Selah Bowden (810) 458-8497
Timeline
POC Firefighter
Fort Gratiot Fire Department
12.2023 - Current
Production Worker
Magna Electric Vehicle Structures
10.2023 - Current
Insurance Consultant
Leazer Group
07.2016 - 07.2021
Production Assembler
Resource
10.2015 - 07.2023
Certificate of Completion - Fire 1 Fire 2 And Hazmat Ops
St. Clair County Fire Chiefs Assoc Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
Some College (No Degree) -
St Clair County Community College