Griffin Henke
Bloomfield Township Fire Dept.
Lake Orion
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Dedicated and hardworking individual currently seeking employment for the position as a Firefighter/paramedic. Bringing years of experience in team sports, demonstrating strong teamwork, leadership, and resilience under pressure. Eager to apply skills and knowledge to contribute effectively in a fire service role and provide exceptional service to the community. I bring a strong work ethic and extreme amounts of discipline.
Work History
Fire Hydrant Technician
2 Years 1 Month- Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting regular maintenance checks and implementing preventive measures.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Painted fire hydrants around the city to ensure the visibility of the hydrant.
- Inspected and flowed hydrants to make sure they are in proper condition for use by the fire department incase of an emergency.
- Ran errands for the administration of the fire department.
Firefighter/Paramedic
11 Months- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring timely and effective firefighting operations.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
Laborer
3 Months- Operated heavy machinery to support construction projects and ensure timely completion.
- Assisted in site preparation by clearing debris and grading land for foundation work.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain high safety standards on job sites.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks
Landscape Laborer
1 Year 3 Months- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Worked efficiently under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality results in all projects completed.
- Maintained commercial and residential landscapes with comprehensive and diverse team.
Education
No Degree - Finance
- 3.0 GPA
- Alpha Tau Omega Member
- Extracurricular Activities: Varsity Football
High School Diploma
- 3.5 GPA
- Extracurricular Activities: Football and Baseball
- Completed AP course in Government
Fire 1&2 Hazmat Ops
- Dean's List Spring semester
EMT
- Dean's List Fall Semester
High School Diploma
- Dean's List Academy
Skills
Attention to Detail
Works Well Under Pressure
Multitasking and Organization
Power Tools and Equipment
Written/Verbal Communication
Community relations
Stress tolerance and resilience
Fitness and agility
Quick learner
Certification
- Licensed Paramedic
- ACLS provider
- Fire 1&2 certified
- Hazmat Ops
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- VFIS certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Vehicle Extrication Techniques Training, State Fire Academies or equivalent bodies.
Interests
Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in Ironman triathlon training.
Gym Workouts
Embracing outdoor adventures such as Hunting.
I like working with my hands and fixing things.
Cooking
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Sterling Heights Fire Department
08.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Laborer
Carlo Construction
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Fire Hydrant Technician
Bloomfield Township Fire Dept.
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Landscape Laborer
Any Season Landscape
05.2023 - 08.2024Read More
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