Hector Hernandez
Mission focused and driven Fire Captain that excels in teamwork and crew tactics. Primary responsibility is to operate as a shift Captain overseeing a crew of firefighter paramedics. Responsible for organizing staffing needs for the shift and assigning personnel to apparatus according to department SOP. Plan and facilitate shift training for operational readiness and crew cohesion. Secondary role as the EMS Captain for the department. Responsible for overseeing EMS operations within the department and ensuring that department standards are met medically.
Work History
Captain/Paramedic
12 Years 1 Month- Led team in emergency response operations, coordinating efforts and enhancing communication during critical incidents.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new recruits, enhancing operational readiness and safety awareness.
- Manage EMS inventory and ordering for department
- Development and Implementation of Jr Fire Academy Program
- Management and Inventory of State Deployment equipment and assets within the Department to maintain mission readiness for State Missions
Skills Instructor
2 Years 7 MonthsDelivered hands-on skills training to paramedic school students, enhancing practical competencies.
Facilitated preparation of paramedic students for NREMT skills examination.
Conducted targeted review sessions and practice assessments for paramedic students to enhance exam performance on NREMT general exam.
Developed and implemented realistic paramedic skills assessment scenarios, fostering critical thinking and hands-on experience among students.
Part Time Firefighter/Paramedic
8 Months- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate firefighting support and rescue operations.
- Collaborated with team members to develop efficient firefighting strategies during high-pressure incidents.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Assisted in fire prevention education programs, promoting community awareness and safety practices.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Emergency Management And Publice Administration
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
Skills
Accomplishments
Fire Officer of the Year: 2024, 2025
Driver of the Year: 2022
Bachelors Degree
Fire Chiefs Awards 2022
State Deployment Missions with EMTF
Certification
ICS 100
ICS 200
ICS 700
ICS 800
ICS 300
ICS 400
TCFP Incident Safety Officer
TCFP Driver/Operator
TCFP Advanced Firefighter
TCFP Fire Instructor I
TCFP Fire Officer II
NREMT Paramedic
TDSH Licensed Paramedic