Felix Salinas
Hicksville,OH
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Firefighter II at Hicksville Volunteer Fire Department, excelling in emergency response and medical care. Proven leadership in training and operations management, coupled with strong skills in structural firefighting and stress resilience, ensuring safety and compliance in high-pressure situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Time Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Defiance Fire Department
Defiance, OH
11.2025 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, executing firefighting techniques and rescue operations in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted fire safety inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations and identifying potential hazards.
- Participated in community outreach programs, educating the public on fire prevention and safety practices.
- Operated firefighting equipment, including hoses, ladders, and pumps during emergency responses.
EMT-Basic
Hicksville Rescue Squad
Hicksville, OH
05.2025 - Current
- Respond to 911 emergency calls and provide prehospital patient care in accordance with local and state protocols
- Perform primary and secondary patient assessments to determine medical and trauma needs
- Provide Basic Life Support (BLS) including CPR, AED use, airway management, oxygen therapy, and bleeding control
- Administer approved medications (e.g., epinephrine, naloxone, glucose, aspirin, albuterol) per protocol
- Stabilize and immobilize trauma patients using splints, backboards, and cervical collars
- Assist paramedics with Advanced Life Support (ALS) procedures when applicable
- Safely operate and navigate ambulance during emergency and non-emergency transport
- Monitor vital signs and reassess patient condition during transport
- Communicate effectively with hospital staff to provide detailed patient reports
- Maintain accurate patient care reports (PCRs) and documentation
- Decontaminate and restock ambulance, equipment, and medical supplies
- Follow infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA guidelines
- Participate in ongoing training, drills, and continuing education
- Provide compassionate care to patients of all ages and backgrounds
- Work collaboratively within the Incident Command System (ICS) during multi-agency response
Firefighter II
Hicksville Vol Fire Department
Hicksville, OH
12.2021 - Current
- Respond to emergency calls including structure fires, wildland fires, medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, and rescue operations
- Perform fire suppression activities including hose deployment, ladder operations, ventilation, search and rescue, and salvage/overhaul
- Provide emergency medical care (BLS/ALS) including CPR, airway management, bleeding control, and patient stabilization
- Operate and maintain fire apparatus, pumps, hydraulic tools, and specialized rescue equipment
- Conduct building inspections to ensure compliance with fire codes and safety regulations
- Participate in fire prevention programs and community education initiatives
- Perform vehicle extrication using hydraulic rescue tools (e.g., Jaws of Life)
- Establish and maintain water supply systems during fire operations
- Assist in hazardous materials response including identification, containment, and decontamination procedures
- Maintain physical fitness standards and participate in ongoing training drills and certifications
- Complete detailed incident reports and documentation accurately and promptly
- Work effectively within an incident command system (ICS) structure
- Ensure readiness of station equipment, tools, PPE, and medical supplies
- Collaborate with law enforcement, EMS, and other agencies during multi-agency responses
- Promote team cohesion, safety compliance, and adherence to departmental SOPs
Operations Manager
A and L Janitorial
Hicksville, OH
01.2019 - Current
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance service efficiency and maximize resource utilization.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to improve service delivery and safety compliance.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and customer satisfaction goals.
- Managed vendor relationships to optimize supply chain processes and reduce operational costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Upper Sandusky High School
Upper Sandusky, OH06.2010
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Medical response
- Emergency response
- Leadership and supervision
- Fire department maintenance
- Staff scheduling
- Ventilation techniques
- Medical equipment usage
- Emergency scene management
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Part Time Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician
Defiance Fire Department
11.2025 - Current
EMT-Basic
Hicksville Rescue Squad
05.2025 - Current
Firefighter II
Hicksville Vol Fire Department
12.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
A and L Janitorial
01.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Upper Sandusky High School