Jack Sech
Carthage,NY
Summary
Watchful firefighter offers fire suppression, safety standard enforcement and equipment maintenance expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Resourceful and passionate professional with several years of comprehensive experience responding to fire and other emergency services in local area. Knowledge of first aid and cpr methods. As a Hardworking construction worker i am well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
west carthage fire department
Carthage , NY
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Maintained records of incident reports, vehicle maintenance logs and call logs.
- Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple emergency response teams during major incidents.
- Participated in post-emergency reviews with supervisors to discuss ways to improve future responses.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
- Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
Laborer
Jefferson County Highway Department
Watertown, NY
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment including bulldozers, backhoes, and excavators to move earth and construct foundations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carthage Central High School
Carthage, NY06-2024
Skills
- Fire suppression
- Apparatus maintenance
- Firefighting activities
- Emergency Response
- Apparatus inspection
- Hose connections
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Traffic routing
- Concrete laying
- Truck loading
- OSHA
Affiliations
- born and raised on a farm and has knowledge of farm animals and farm equipment
Certification
- 10 hour construction saftey and health
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Laborer
Jefferson County Highway Department
07.2024 - 10.2024
Volunteer Firefighter
west carthage fire department
09.2023 - Current
- 10 hour construction saftey and health
High School Diploma -
Carthage Central High School
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