Jaime Garza
Rio Grande City,Texas
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Firefighter
Rio Grande City Fire Dept
Rio Grande City, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rio Grande City High School
Rio Grande City, TX05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX 05.2023 - Current
Skills
- Structural Firefighting
- First Aid Certified
- Fire Safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Fitness and Agility
- Emergency Response
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
- Community Relations
- Fire Hose Deployment
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
- Fire Suppression Techniques
Certification
- HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- FEMA ICS- 100,200,700,800
- TDEM ICS- 300
- American Red Cross -Basic life support
- Class B license
References
Johnny Vela- (956)2981561
Bryan Vela -(956)3108039
Jose Morales - (956)3532249
Timeline
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
South Texas College
05.2023 - Current
Firefighter
Rio Grande City Fire Dept
03.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Rio Grande City High School
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