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Derik Hammes

Mont Belvieu,Texas

Summary

Experienced fire captain with 20 years of community service and leadership. Currently operating MSB Transport Service, specializing in expedited delivery. Strong skills in communication, critical thinking, problem solving, and personnel management. Recently certified claims adjuster through Texas Department of Insurance, seeking to leverage diverse experiences in a claims adjusting role.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

MSB Transport Service
12.2023 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
  • Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.

Fire Captain

Mont Belvieu Fire Department
10.2007 - 12.2023
  • Facilitated interdepartmental training exercises that fostered teamwork between firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers on scene management techniques.
  • Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Promoted fire safety awareness within the community by organizing and participating in public outreach events, such as open houses and safety presentations.
  • Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
  • Delivered timely incident reports to senior leadership, providing accurate data for budgetary decisions and policy development purposes.

Paramedic

Trinity Bay Emergency Medical Services
01.2005 - 10.2018
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management Administration

West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX
05.2027

Certificate - Claims Adjuster

Adjuster Pro
Houston, TX
01.2025

Certificate - Fire Academy

Texas Fire Academy
Porter, TX
10.2010

Certificate - Paramedic Program

Lee College
Baytown, TX
01.2005

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Active listening
  • Highly motivated
  • Team collaboration
  • Policy interpretation
  • Casualty and property loss
  • Advanced oral and written communication skills
  • Decision-making
  • Auto damage estimation
  • Personnel management
  • Technical rescue
  • Fire suppression
  • Public education
  • Incident command
  • Emergency management
  • Staff development and leadership
  • Crew leadership
  • Emergency response coordination
  • Structural assessment
  • Attention to detail
  • Business planning
  • DOT compliance
  • Risk management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Vehicle inspections

Timeline

Owner/Operator

MSB Transport Service
12.2023 - Current

Fire Captain

Mont Belvieu Fire Department
10.2007 - 12.2023

Paramedic

Trinity Bay Emergency Medical Services
01.2005 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management Administration

West Texas A&M University

Certificate - Claims Adjuster

Adjuster Pro

Certificate - Fire Academy

Texas Fire Academy

Certificate - Paramedic Program

Lee College

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