James King
Conway,AR
Summary
Dedicated firefighter with 25 years of structural firefighting experience. Proficient in emergency response, team collaboration, and mentoring junior firefighters. Committed to delivering life-saving services in high-stress environments. Highly motivated and task oriented person with a deep love for firefighting and community service
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/ Engineer
City Of Conway
Conway, AR
10.2001 - Current
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, ensuring rapid deployment and effective firefighting strategies.
- Operated fire suppression equipment, maintaining readiness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted thorough inspections of fire apparatus and equipment for optimal performance and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, enhancing communication and teamwork in high-pressure situations.
- Certified bomb technician on the federal level with over 10 years experience of being on a highly specialized team that deals with high demand and stressful situations. Also a member of a highly specialized team through the FBI that deals with specialized bomb situations.
- Mentored junior firefighters, providing guidance on techniques, safety procedures, and career development strategies.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Catholic School
Conway, AR05-1992
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Firefighter for 25 years at a high stress and demanding fire house that averages over 1200 calls per year
- Proficient in fire apparatus and all forms of medical equipment
- Certified EMT since 1994
- Certified federal bomb technician since 2016
Timeline
Firefighter/ Engineer
City Of Conway
10.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Catholic School