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Douglas Kazear

Vienna,OH

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Air Transportation Specialist

Youngstown Air Reserve Station Composite Squadron
Vienna, OH
02.1996 - 01.2012
  • Coordinated transport of food and medical supplies for prompt delivery to correct destination.
  • Managed and adjusted planned transportation activities to accommodate unexpected challenges or emergency airdrops.
  • Assessed competing priorities to determine necessary supplies, vehicles and personnel to complete transport duties.
  • Adhered to established protocols and safety procedures for loading and transporting potentially hazardous cargo.
  • Fostered military transportation safety and efficiency.
  • Created documents of load plans, cargo cleanliness inspections and transportation processes.
  • Negotiated and arranged transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
  • Assembled containers and crates used to transport large items such as vehicles or machines.

Firefighter

Youngstown Fire Department
Youngstown, OH
11.1981 - 10.2011
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
  • Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
  • Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
  • Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
  • Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
  • Participated in EMS training exercises and in-class training to improve Firefighting knowledge.
  • Searched fire scene areas to locate potential victims and employ rescue tactics and administer first aid.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate -Launch and Recovery

United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
02.1977 - 02.1981

Launch and recover Naval aircraft on the flight decks of aircraft carriers

Responsible for operating and maintaining all aircraft launch recovery equipment

Education

High School Diploma -

Fitch High School
Austintown,Ohio
06.1976

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Defensive Driving
  • Materials Storage
  • Critical Thinking
  • Weight Calculations
  • Safe Vehicle Operations
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Post-Fire Inspection
  • Drills and Demonstrations
  • Ladder Truck Operation
  • Victim Rescue
  • First Aid
  • Station and Equipment Cleaning
  • Fire Suppression Techniques
  • Fire Prevention Education
  • Safety Equipment Inspection
  • Health and Safety Regulations
  • Fire Safety Regulations
  • Alarm Response
  • Hazard Identification
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Training Program Participation
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Basic Life Support
  • Medical Response
  • Apparatus Maintenance
  • Physical Fitness
  • Vehicle and Equipment Operation

Timeline

Air Transportation Specialist

Youngstown Air Reserve Station Composite Squadron
02.1996 - 01.2012

Firefighter

Youngstown Fire Department
11.1981 - 10.2011

Aviation Boatswain's Mate -Launch and Recovery

United States Navy
02.1977 - 02.1981

High School Diploma -

Fitch High School
Douglas Kazear