Garrett Weaver
Wilson,NC
Summary
Hello my name is Garrett Weaver and I am from Wilson, NC. Currently serve the City of Wilson Fire Department and Toisnot Rural Volunteer Fire Department. I am passionate about protecting lives and property through dedicated service. Works cooperatively with other first responders to gain control of emergency scenes. Continuously expanding my knowledge within the fire service, as well as in emergency medical services. I am an assistant wrestling coach at Ralph L. Fike High School. The sport of wrestling is very important to me and it has assisted me with the dedication, discipline, and consistency that I have. Alongside, I am disciplined in Muay Thai, Jiu Jistu, and Wrestling. Mental and physical health is very important to me. Family oriented person that strives to put my family first.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Wilson Fire/Rescue Services
Wilson, NC
03.2021 - Current
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
Education
Firefighter 1 & 2, TIMS, RIC, HAZMAT Level One Responder, Technical Rescuer, and EVD - Fire & Rescue Academy
Wilson Community College
Wilson, NC02-2021
High School Diploma -
Ralph L. Fike High School
Wilson, NC06-2020
Skills
- Fire Suppression Work
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Emergency Response
- Ladder Operation
- Fire Control
- Public Assistance and Support
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Rescue Equipment Proficiency
- First-Aid and CPR
- Medical Response
- Life and Property Protection
- Public Safety and Security
- Emergency Management
- Fire Strategy
- First Response Services
- First Aid Certified
- Hazardous Materials Handling
Certification
- Driver Operator Aerials NFPA 1002 2017 edition
- Driver Operator Pumps NFPA 1002 2017 edition
- Driver Operator Emergency Vehicle Driver NFPA 1002 2017 edition
- Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply NFPA 1002 2017 edition
- Firefighter 1 and 2 NFPA 1001 2013 edition
- Firefighter I and II NFPA 1001 2019 edition
- Haz Mat Ops NFPA 1072 2017 ed. Awe., Ops, PC and PPE
- Rapid Intervention Crew NFPA 2020 edition
- Technical Rescuer Agricultural Rescue NFPA 1006, 2008 Ed.
- Technical Rescuer Confined Space NFPA 1006, 2013 Ed.
- Technical Rescuer Machinery & Agricultural NFPA 1006 2013 ed Chapter 19
- Technical Rescuer NFPA 1006 2013 Edition
- Technical Rescuer Ropes NFPA 1006, 2008 Ed.
- Technical Rescuer Structural Collapse NFPA 1006, 2013 Ed.
- Technical Rescuer Trench NFPA 1006, 2013 Ed.
- Technical Rescuer Vehicle NFPA 2013 Ed.
- Technical Rescuer Water NFPA 1006, 2013 Ed.
- Technical Rescuer Wilderness
- TIMS 7000 Prereq
- TR Dive Rescue NFPA 1006 2013 edition
- Classification B License
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Wilson Fire/Rescue Services
03.2021 - Current
Firefighter 1 & 2, TIMS, RIC, HAZMAT Level One Responder, Technical Rescuer, and EVD - Fire & Rescue Academy
Wilson Community College
High School Diploma -
Ralph L. Fike High School
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