GEORGE CAMPBELL
2623 N Main Street, Davenport,IA
Summary
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Competent and dependable former marine with a strong background in mission accomplishment in the face of intense and demanding situations. A reliable team member well-suited for both leader and follower roles, always seeking new ways to build team cohesion.
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
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Moline Fire Department
Moline, IL
08.2023 - 04.2026
- Responded swiftly to a variety of 911 emergency calls, executing life-saving interventions and ensuring crew safety protocols.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and Advanced Life Support first aid as needed.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Obtained certification through the Illinois state Fire Marshall office in both FF1 & FF2 courses, HazMat, Emergency Vehicle Safety Officer.
- Nationally certified and licensed Paramedic through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
Dangerous Goods Compliance Analyst
Cerebral Staffing
Moline, IL
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Identify and classified all Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials across all John Deere Facilities worldwide.
- Gave approval for shipping and receiving of Dangerous Goods to and from John Deere suppliers and distributors.
- Worked closely with Dangerous Goods Coordinators to ensure compliance with Federal law and company policy was met.
- Possess a complete understanding of company and federal guidelines, and relay the relative information to John Deere partnered personnel and 3rd party employees.
Basement Waterproofing Technician
Absolutely Dry Basements
Davenport, IA
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Cleaned worksite by safely removing hazardous materials and debris.
- Observed, asked questions and practiced to quickly develop water proofing and sealant skills.
- Prepared and installed sump pumps and all other materials required to ensure no moisture remains.
- Communicated and worked with home owners to ensure their satisfaction was assured.
CNC Machinist
Jewell Group
Davenport, IA
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Program, run and monitor computer-numeric-controlled machines.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Utilized calipers, Micrometers, Profilometers and other calibrated measurement tools.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures and overall maintenance to ensure smooth run times.
Field Artillery Cannoneer
Department Of Defense (USMC)
Camp Pendleton, CA
05.2017 - 08.2021
- Loaded cannons with 155mm ammunition to successfully hit targets as far as 30km away.
- Troubleshot and corrected problems with M777A2 Howitzer and various crew served weapon systems while in the field and on their support vehicles.
- Cleaned, lubricated and changed out the high-friction parts prone to early wear and malfunction.
- Handled, transported, and distributed many different ammunition types and received licenses to handle and transport hazardous materials.
- Achieved the rank of corporal (E-4) and held many billets including Howitzer gunner, Assistant Chief, Ammo Chief and Squad/Fire team leader.
Dock Worker
Dillard's
East Moline, IL
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Sorted, handled, loaded, and unloaded freight using motorized and manual equipment and by hand.
- Inspected dock equipment at beginning and end of shift.
- Unloaded and prepared products before presenting them to consumers.
- Did basic janitorial duties and was in charge of overall cleanliness of department.
Construction Laborer
WRS construction & Deck Doctors
Davenport, IA
04.2014 - 10.2015
- Assisted with outside work such as shoveling, grading, roofing, siding work and all general carpentry.
- Measured, marked and documented distances at site locations to prepare job sites.
- Finished building grounds by assisting with landscaping and pouring concrete or spreading asphalt.
- Communicated with jobsite foreman and fellow labors to complete project deadlines on schedule.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Eastern Iowa Community College
Davenport, IA11-2025
Associate of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Blackhawk Community College
East Moline, IL12-2022
High School Diploma -
West High School High
Davenport, IA05-2014
Skills
- Verbal communication- Can easily and precisely convey, order and explain instructions
- Critical Thinking- Thinks clearly and rationally when analyzing facts to form judgments
- Goal Orientated- Always strive to complete task on time and efficiently
- Prioritizing- Understands what needs to come first to accomplish goals
- Flexibility & Adaptability- Can quickly and effortlessly adapt to any changes the job require
- Organization- Possess meticulous organizational skills with a emphasis on accuracy and precision
- Small Unit Leadership- Knows what it takes to lead a team and has experience in leadership roles
- First aid certified and have a deep understanding of safety protocols
Certification
- Certified for Basic and Advanced structural FireFighter operations from the Illinois state Fire Marshall.
- Nationally certified and licensed paramedic.
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
- OSHA 10-hour card: General Industry and Construction.
- Licensed Government vehicle operator.
- AWS certified in MIG and Stick welding.
- Active US Government Secret Clearance and current Marine Corps Reservist attached to Combat Logistics Battalion 451, Rock Island Arsenal.
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Moline Fire Department
08.2023 - 04.2026
Dangerous Goods Compliance Analyst
Cerebral Staffing
03.2023 - 06.2023
Basement Waterproofing Technician
Absolutely Dry Basements
10.2022 - 02.2023
CNC Machinist
Jewell Group
09.2021 - 10.2022
Field Artillery Cannoneer
Department Of Defense (USMC)
05.2017 - 08.2021
Dock Worker
Dillard's
01.2016 - 02.2017
Construction Laborer
WRS construction & Deck Doctors
04.2014 - 10.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Eastern Iowa Community College
Associate of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Blackhawk Community College
High School Diploma -
West High School High