Gavin Scroggins
Lodi,CA
Summary
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Engineer
Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection District
06.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.
Firefighter
Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection District
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Expedited life-saving interventions by rapidly assessing patients'' conditions based on vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
- Participated in post-incident analyses to identify areas for improvement in departmental policies and procedures.
Parts Specialist
Dependable Precision
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, allowing for easy access to frequently used items and efficient completion of tasks.
- Increased customer satisfaction by efficiently managing parts inventory and ensuring timely delivery of orders.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
Reserve Firefighter
Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection District
10.2018 - 01.2022
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tokay High School
Lodi, CA06-2018
Skills
- Vehicle extrication
- Emergency medical treatment
- Leadership and supervision
- Emergency management
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Radio communication proficiency
- Fire pump operation
- Apparatus inspection
- Fire suppression techniques
- Personal protective equipment
Certification
- Hazardous Materials FRO/ Decon (2019)
- Confined Space Rescue Awareness (2019)
- Confined Space Rescue Technician (2020)
- EMT (2020)
- Rescue Systems 1 (2021)
- River/ Flood Rescue Technician (2021)
- River/ Flood Boat Rescue Technician (2022)
- Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A (2022)
- Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1B (2022)
- Company Officer 2A: HRM (2022)
- Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions (2022)
- Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation (2022)
- Company Officer 2D: All Risk Commander Operations (2022)
- Company Officer 2E: Wildland Incident Operations (2022)
- S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (2022)
- Hazardous Materials Technician (2022)
- S-231 Engine Boss (2023)
- Trench Rescue Technician (2025)
Timeline
Firefighter/Engineer
Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection District
06.2023 - Current
Firefighter
Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection District
01.2022 - 06.2023
Parts Specialist
Dependable Precision
03.2020 - 01.2022
Reserve Firefighter
Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection District
10.2018 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Tokay High School
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