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Education
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Gary Carpenter

Firefighter
Lawrenceville,Georgia

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled firefighter and EMT with 2 years of experience in emergency care and response to fire incidents. Proficient in assessing patient needs, administering pre-hospital emergency care, and operating fire suppression and rescue equipment. Possesses strong communication skills, quick decision-making abilities, and a proven track record of maintaining composure in high-pressure situations. Committed to ensuring public safety and well-being while upholding a high level of professionalism and safety standards.

Overview

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Certifications

Work History

FIREFIGHTER/EMT

Rockdale County Fire Rescue
Rockdale County, Georgia
06.2022 - Current
  • Responded promptly to 911 calls and provided on-site basic life support (BLS) to patients in critical and non-critical emergencies
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls involving fires, natural disasters, motor vehicle accidents, hazardous material incidents like bio lab, and other critical situations
  • Successfully conducted search and rescue missions to locate and extricate individuals/animals trapped in life threatening situations
  • Conducted patient assessments, including monitoring vital signs, and trauma evaluations, to determine immediate patient care needs
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, including administering CPR, controlling bleeding, and stabilizing patients for transport. Also provided first aid as needed, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of emergency medical care.
  • Safely transport patients to medical facilities, ensuring medical care, and effective communication with hospital staff. Completed detailed patient care reports to document treatment observations and outcomes
  • Maintained, and restocked medical supplies on fire apparatus, and ambulance, ensuring readiness for rapid deployment
  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergencies by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • Participated in fire prevention education programs and community outreach activities

Parts Representative

Ascendum Machinery
Buford, Georgia
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing parts orders and addressing inquiries.
  • Boosted operational efficiency through proficient use of computerized inventory management systems and software tools.
  • Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels, reducing order delays and backlogs.
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.'

Warehouse Associate

Thermo Fisher
Suwanee, Georgia
09.2019 - 03.2021
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Corporal Tank Crewman

United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, California
03.2014 - 03.2018
  • Supervised a team of 10 personnel, assisting and training them in daily preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to prepare tanks and staff for extensive training operations.
  • Mentored and supervised junior Marines to ensure they became proficient in their job responsibilities, holding them accountable for their conduct both in and out of uniform.
  • Managed weekly inspection and inventory of platoon's gear, tools, weapons, and supplies.
  • Conducted preparatory and corrective maintenance on tanks, ensuring that tank equipment was ready and inspected for movement and combat operations.
  • Deployed with 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit overseas to support infantry battalion, Reconassaince and Special Forces and ground combat elements in the Horn of Africa and the Middle East.
  • Deployed to South Korea with the 1st Tank Battalion, Delta Company, to conduct training operations alongside the South Korean military.
  • Maintained a high level of physical fitness to meet demanding job requirements and enhance overall performance.

AWARDS

  • National Defense Medal
  • Marine Corp Good Conduct Medal
  • Iron Monster Honor Tank Member
  • Sea Service Deployment Medal
  • Armed Forces Service Medal
  • Global War On Terrorism Medal
  • Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Lifeguard

Lifetime Fitness
Lawrenceville, Georgia
04.2012 - 03.2014
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
  • Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
  • Conducted routine water tests to maintain proper chemical balance, ensuring optimal swimming conditions for patrons.

Education

High School Diploma -

Faith Academy, Buford, GA
08.2008 - 05.2012

Skills

Accomplishments

Rescue Operations: Successfully saved lives during search and rescue missions in structure fires, extricated injured patients from motor vehicle accidents, and resuscitated numerous cardiac arrest patients using CPR and AED.

Disaster Response: Responded to large-scale natural disasters, including the Conyers Tornado and Hurricane Milton, as well as the Biolab Hazmat Fire.

Community Engagement: Teaching fire safety to schools and communities.

Mentorship Programs: Assisted in training firefighter recruits at the fire academy whenever help was needed

Professional Development: Learned how to operate fire apparatus, demonstrated proficient EMS techniques, and rose to the position of Sergeant in two years.

Certification

NREMT-B

Work Availability

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Timeline

FIREFIGHTER/EMT - Rockdale County Fire Rescue
06.2022 - Current
Parts Representative - Ascendum Machinery
09.2021 - 07.2022
Warehouse Associate - Thermo Fisher
09.2019 - 03.2021
Corporal Tank Crewman - United States Marine Corps
03.2014 - 03.2018
Lifeguard - Lifetime Fitness
04.2012 - 03.2014
Faith Academy - High School Diploma,
08.2008 - 05.2012

NREMT-B

Defensive Driving

Apparatus Operator Pumper- (AOPP-NPQ)

Apparatus Operator Ladder- (AOPL-NPQ)

Hazmat Awareness (HAZA-NPQ)

Hazmat Operations (HAZO-NPQ)

NPQ Firefighter 1&2

EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course

AHA BLS Provider CPR&AED

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