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Dylan Stokes

Helena,GA

Summary

Accomplished Firefighter and Fire Safety Educator at Hazlehurst Fire Department, adept in emergency response and community education. Leveraged leadership and technical skills to enhance team efficiency and public safety. Notably improved operational capabilities through strategic equipment maintenance and effective community outreach programs. Demonstrates exceptional stress tolerance, resilience, and a commitment to fostering cooperative relationships.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter / Fire and Life Safety Educator

Hazlehurst Fire Department
Hazlehurst, GA
02.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
  • Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
  • Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Preform building inspections for fire and health safety evaluation involving industrial hygiene, decontamination, respiratory protection, asbestos control and abatement, ethylene oxide, formaldehyde, hearing conservation, confined space, hazard communication, ergonomics, thermal extremes, indoor air quality, nitrous oxide, mercury, waste anesthetic gases, chemical and biological hood testing, and anti-neo-plastic drugs. With a focus on staying informed on NFPA and OSHA updates for commercial businesses

Police Officer

Department of Veterans Affairs Police Department
Dublin, GA
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.

Firefighter

Hazlehurst Fire Department
Hazlehurst, GA
10.2020 - 12.2022
  • Conducted search and rescue operations during natural disasters, locating trapped individuals and providing assistance as needed.
  • Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement and other emergency services during large-scale emergencies for coordinated response efforts.
  • Reduced property damage from fires with quick and strategic firefighting tactics.
  • Trained new recruits in fire suppression techniques, improving team efficiency and readiness.
  • Enhanced team communication and efficiency during emergency responses with introduction of new radio protocols.
  • Assisted in securing grants for new fire safety equipment, improving department's operational capabilities.
  • Assisted in development of emergency response plans for local businesses, strengthening community preparedness.
  • Coordinated with local schools to conduct fire drills, ensuring students and staff were prepared for real-life emergencies.
  • Streamlined maintenance and readiness of firefighting equipment, ensuring optimal performance during calls.
  • Led team in high-risk rescues including but not limited to Structural Fires, Confined space rescues, woodland fires, vehicle accidents, safely evacuating individuals from hazardous environments.

•Hazardous materials Decontamination, and operations using respiratory protection.

General Trades Technician

Corecivic
McRae GA
01.2020 - 10.2020
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
  • Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
  • Supported project management teams with expert technical advice, contributing to successful project completions.
  • Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.

• Performed all tasks complying with OSHA regulations.

General Trades Techmician

Georgia Department of Corrections
Helena GA
08.2017 - 12.2019
  • Preformed preventative maintenance and operational maintenance to electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems for maximum efficiency.
  • Preformed a overhaul operation to safely remove asbestos from a facility to provide adequate indoor air quality.
  • Preformed hearing conservation testing to maintain facility safety.
  • Preformed confined space maintenance to sewage main’s

Education

Undergrad - Occupational Safety And Health

Waldorf University
Forest City, IA

High School Diploma - General Studies

Telfair County High School
Mc Rae Helena, GA
05.2017

Skills

  • First Aid & CPR Instructor
  • Fire Safety
  • Stress tolerance and resilience
  • Emergency Response
  • Emergency Scene Management
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Community Relations
  • Search and Rescue Techniques
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Public speaking abilities
  • Radio Communications
  • Cooperative relationships
  • Relationship building and management
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Public safety
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Community Education

Accomplishments

  • Firefighter of the year 2016
  • Commissioners award of excellence Georgia Department of Corrections 2019

Certification

•State of Georgia Basic Corrections officer

•Federal Bureau of Prisons Corrections officer

•NPQ Firefighter 1.

•NPQFireFighter 2.

•NPQ Hazmat Awareness

•NPQ Hazmat Operations

•Evaluator for FF1,HAZO,FF2

•Fire&Life Safety Educator

•First Responder

Crash Victim Extrication

NIMS 100,200,700,800

•Due Regard Emergency Vehicle Operations Course

Fentanyl Informational Briefing •Dealing with the Mentally Ill or Persons with Diminished Capacity

•Building Positive Community Relations •Conducting Effective Performance Appraisals

•Report Writing and Data Entry

•CPR instructor

•Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings •NFPA associational Updates continued Education

•Firefighter Safety and Health •Fire Department Communications •Understanding and Meeting Fire Resistance Requirements in the IBC •Pipeline Emergencies: Command Officer Strategies (PECOS)

•Pipeline Emergencies: Air Monitoring •STRUCTURAL FIRE CONTROL

• Fire Origin and Cause Determination. •Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) •Pressurized Container Fire Control •Modern Construction Considerations for Company Operations.

•Fire Services Incident Planning Process - The Planning P.

• Community Risk Reduction for Company Officers

  • Confined Space technical rescue
  • Blood borne pathogens

Timeline

Firefighter / Fire and Life Safety Educator

Hazlehurst Fire Department
02.2023 - Current

Police Officer

Department of Veterans Affairs Police Department
01.2023 - 02.2023

Firefighter

Hazlehurst Fire Department
10.2020 - 12.2022

General Trades Technician

Corecivic
01.2020 - 10.2020

General Trades Techmician

Georgia Department of Corrections
08.2017 - 12.2019

Undergrad - Occupational Safety And Health

Waldorf University

High School Diploma - General Studies

Telfair County High School
Dylan Stokes