Hunter Mills
Las Vegas
Summary
Dedicated Fire Captain specializing in technical rescue and emergency response. Strong background in team training and safety protocols, delivering effective operations under pressure. Focused on enhancing team readiness and operational safety.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Captain
Las Vegas Fire and Rescue
Las Vegas
10.2007 - Current
- Captain of Las Vegas Fire and Rescue's Technical Rescue Team, specializing in Rope access/rescue, confined space rescue, trench rescue, structural collapse, wilderness rescue, and swift water rescue
- Directed high-pressure emergency response teams, ensuring effective operations.
- Enhanced team readiness through coordinated training drills and safety protocol reviews.
- Managed incident command during fires and rescue missions with precision.
- Instructed new technicians on essential rescue methods and equipment handling.
- Employed specialized tools for safe victim extrication from perilous situations.
Paramedic
MedicWest Ambulance
Las Vegas
04.2002 - 10.2007
- Delivered emergency medical care during patient transport to healthcare facilities.
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols.
- Trained new paramedics on emergency response procedures and standards.
- Assessed and treated patients experiencing cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress, and intoxication.
USAF Firefighter
USAF
Creech AFB
09.2005 - 09.2007
- Executed emergency response protocols as an ARFF / Structural firefighter, ensuring public safety.
- Administered advanced life support as EMT-Paramedic in high-pressure situations.
USAF Firefighter
Nellis Air Force Base
Las Vegas
09.2001 - 09.2005
- Operated fire suppression systems during aircraft emergencies and hazardous situations.
- Performed risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the airport environment.
- Advised pilots on safe navigation practices through active runways or taxiways.
- Communicated regularly with air traffic control regarding flight paths, arrivals and departures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV01-2016
Skills
Fire Captain on Heavy Rescue 44 (2024 - current)
Paramedic (2004-present)
HazMat Technician (2007-present)
Fire Officer I
Fire instructor I
Accomplishments
- USAF Achievement Medal while deployed in the middle during Operations Enduring Freedom (2003)
- Fire Mark Award for Valor for the rescue of 3 children in an apartment fire (2010)
Timeline
Fire Captain
Las Vegas Fire and Rescue
10.2007 - Current
USAF Firefighter
USAF
09.2005 - 09.2007
Paramedic
MedicWest Ambulance
04.2002 - 10.2007
USAF Firefighter
Nellis Air Force Base
09.2001 - 09.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
College of Southern Nevada