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Douglas Blake

Douglas Blake

Mechanicsville

Summary

Dedicated professional with a proven ability to excel independently and as part of a team. Highly skilled in the use of various hand and power tools, demonstrating proficiency across a wide range of tasks. Strong knowledge of construction practices and principles ensures high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards. Recognized for reliability and commitment to delivering exceptional results on every project.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Career Firefighter

Henrico Fire Department
07.2002 - 07.2025
  • Career firefighter for large suburban fire department in the Richmond, Va metro area. Various assignments throughout career including assignments to Engine Companies, Truck Company, Rescue Company, Technical Rescue Team, and Hazardous Incident Team. Extensive training in driving and operation of fire apparatus and tools and equipment used for emergency response. Responsible for educational requirements for maintaining certifications as EMT, Hazmat Tech, and Technical rescue Technician.

Cabinet Installer

Southern Cabinets
10.2004 - 08.2023
  • Part time employment as cabinet installer in residential and commercial projects throughout Central Va. Required to interpret plans and use tools required for cabinet installation as well as repair, at times.

Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician

Petersburg Fire Department
01.2000 - 06.2002
  • Assigned to an Engine Company as a Firefighter/EMT for a small, urban, career fire department in Southside Va. Response and mitigation of incidents including medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, and fires. Participation in public education initiatives for fire prevention and safety. Extensive training on equipment and tools used to provide protection to the public.

Carpenter/Lead Man

Mark Smith Construction
11.1993 - 12.1999
  • Work as a lead carpenter on a residential framing and siding construction crew. Responsible for interpreting plans, laying out building components, and actual construction of homes from the foundation to the roof.

Education

History

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.1992

Skills

  • First aid certified
  • Fire safety
  • Attention to detail
  • Framing construction
  • Proficient with power tools/hand tools
  • Cabinet installation

Timeline

Cabinet Installer

Southern Cabinets
10.2004 - 08.2023

Career Firefighter

Henrico Fire Department
07.2002 - 07.2025

Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician

Petersburg Fire Department
01.2000 - 06.2002

Carpenter/Lead Man

Mark Smith Construction
11.1993 - 12.1999

History

Virginia Tech

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