Hunter Van Ek
Byron Center,MI
Summary
Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machinist
VANEX MOLD
Jenison , MI
07.2017 - Current
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Firefighter
Georgetown Township
Jenison, MI
07.2017 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Firefighter
Byron Township
Byron Center, MI
03.2021 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Security Officer
Eagle Eye Protection
Holland , MI
08.2017 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
Bail Bond Agent
Leo's Bail Bonds
Kalamazoo, MI
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Located, apprehended and returned suspects to court or jail after missed court appearances.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville High School
Hudsonville, MI06.2017
Skills
- Building Access Strategies
- Two-Way Radio Coordination
- Pump and Hose Management
- Smoke Suppression and Removal
- Accident Site Response
- Detailed Reporting
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Hot Spot Location and Elimination
- Basic Life Support
- Medical Response
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- MFR - Medical First Responder
- HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- Firefighter 1
- Firefighter 2
- CPR
Timeline
Firefighter
Byron Township
03.2021 - Current
Bail Bond Agent
Leo's Bail Bonds
10.2018 - 08.2021
Security Officer
Eagle Eye Protection
08.2017 - Current
Machinist
VANEX MOLD
07.2017 - Current
Firefighter
Georgetown Township
07.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hudsonville High School
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