Jason Heckathorn
Niles,MI
Summary
Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Smart and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting public.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
New Carlisle Fire Department
New Carlisle, IN
07.2024 - Current
- Addressed emergency calls and fire alarms using job-specific equipment, including operating pumps, aerial ladders and auxiliary equipment.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
Security Guard
Radde Security
South Bend, IN
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Monitored closed circuit television systems.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
Education
Fire 1 & 2 -
Berrien County Fire Academy
Berrien Springs, MIEMT Class -
Niles City Fire Dept
Niles, MISome College (No Degree) - Welding
Ivy Tech Community College
Elkhart, INGED -
John Adams High School
South Bend, INSkills
- Leadership
- Teambuilding
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Safety behaviors
- First aid certified
Accomplishments
-Finished 2nd highest in the fire academy class
-Certificate for Commitment and Dedication
Timeline
Firefighter
New Carlisle Fire Department
07.2024 - Current
Security Guard
Radde Security
10.2019 - 05.2020
Fire 1 & 2 -
Berrien County Fire Academy
EMT Class -
Niles City Fire Dept
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
Ivy Tech Community College
GED -
John Adams High School
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