Derek Jones
Keizer,OR
Summary
Dedicated volunteer with a strong commitment to integrity, honesty, prudence, punctuality, and effort. I strive to do tasks correctly and focus on the fine details of the job. I'm committed to timeliness and preparedness, embracing an optimistic attitude and willingness to learn. I'm eager to apply a high level of physical fitness to the demanding tasks of fire suppression and EMS. I am a disciplined team player who remains composed under pressure and is dedicated to continuous training. Self-motivated by a deep sense of duty to help and serve the people of my community.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Keizer Fire District
Keizer, Oregon
11.2025 - Current
- Respond to emergency calls, delivering support to ensure safety and effective resolution of incidents.
- Assist in inspecting firefighting equipment, ensuring optimal readiness and performance for emergency response.
- Engage in training exercises to improve firefighting skills and build teamwork with colleagues.
- Aid in shift chores to ensure cleanliness of the station.
Groundsman
R&R Tree Service
Salem, Oregon
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted with tree trimming and removal to contribute to the overall task.
- Assisted in removal of brush and debris from job site to leave property looking clean upon completion of the job.
- Operated chainsaws, chipper machines, bucket trucks and other landscaping equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools, chippers, and trucks to ensure optimal performance and to prevent malfunction.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
- Responded to emergency jobs.
Education
High School Diploma -
McNary High School
Keizer, OR06-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Suppression
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR04-2026
Skills
- Training with purpose and consistency
- SCBA air management
- Firefighter 1 skills
- Time management
- Punctuality
- CPR and AED certified
Certification
- Firefighter 1
- NFPA Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator
- Hazmat Awareness
- Hazmat Operations
- Class C Drivers License
- US Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award
Accomplishments
- 2025 McNary High School US Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award recognizes high school varsity athletes who display courage, poise, self-confidence and leadership, and who are also exemplary citizens and positive role models for younger students. Award recipients are not necessarily the best athletes, but instead are those who are the most inspirational, or who display the greatest determination and will-to-win, or other Marine-like attributes.
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Keizer Fire District
11.2025 - Current
Groundsman
R&R Tree Service
06.2025 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
McNary High School
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Suppression
Chemeketa Community College