Jason Walker
Cantonment,FLORIDA
Summary
Committed Firefighter offering 29 years of experience controlling, containing and extinguishing fires. Expertise in structural and high-rise fires and dispatch operations. Accomplished professional passionate about maintaining safety of local community and saving lives.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference
. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Hardworking and reliable Senior Firefighter with strong ability in Multi-tasking . Offering Leadership and Management. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver/Operator Technician
Nationwide Organ Recovery Transport Alliance
Pensacola, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
- Verified the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Assisted passengers with loading and unloading their luggage.
- Demonstrated ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing courteous and professional service.
- Maintained delivery schedules without compromising safety.
- Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
- Adhered to traffic laws and regulations to prevent accidents.
- Ensured vehicle cleanliness and performed regular maintenance checks.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
- Reported any vehicle malfunctions or accidents immediately to management.
- Completed necessary paperwork and documentation for deliveries.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive materials during transport.
- Kept accurate records of deliveries and customer signatures.
- Operated a variety of vehicles safely in diverse weather conditions.
- Adapted to changing routes or schedules as required by the employer.
- Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet needs and drive satisfaction.
- Demonstrated professional conduct with clients to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Transported clients to specified destinations safely and on-time.
- Coordinated with team members and remained flexible in work scheduling to meet service needs.
Customer Service/Sales Associate/Forklift Operator
Northern Tool + Equipment
Pensacola, Florida
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
- Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
Firefighter
Department Of The Navy
Belle Chasse, LA
07.2001 - 02.2024
- Performed maintenance on firefighting apparatus, vehicles, tools and equipment.
- Responded to emergency calls, evaluated situations and took appropriate action.
- Provided technical advice on matters related to fire prevention and suppression.
- Attended meetings with other departments to coordinate responses to incidents.
- Performed pre-incident planning activities including site assessments and surveys.
- Reviewed incident reports, analyzed data and provided recommendations for corrective actions.
- Supervised a team of firefighters and emergency personnel during incidents.
- Investigated the cause, origin, spread and development of fires.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Inspected buildings for compliance with fire codes and regulations.
- Participated in public education activities such as school visits or fire station tours.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies such as hoses, ladders, extinguishers.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Maintained records of inspections, tests and drills conducted by the department.
Volunteer District Fire Chief
Escambia Fire and Rescue
Pensacola, FL
07.1994 - 07.2015
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Managed staffing, recruitment, interviewing and selection of potential team members in alignment with station needs.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Established collaborative teams of first responders equipped to tackle various fire and emergency situations.
- Managed daily operations of the Fire Department by developing policies and procedures related to safety, training, recruitment and retention, records management, discipline and administrative issues.
- Developed and administered department budget including capital projects.
- Maintained an inventory of supplies and equipment needed for responding to emergencies efficiently.
- Prepared weekly reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved by the Fire Department during that time period.
- Responded to emergency incidents at various locations within the jurisdiction when necessary.
- Ensured proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment used by firefighters.
- Provided leadership and direction to department personnel in the development and implementation of fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, technical rescue and public education programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Department Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL10-2015
Skills
- Conditions Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Community Education
- Public Safety and Security
- Life Support Services
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Emergency Management
- Budget Management
- Personnel Management
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Supply Procurement
- Advanced Pre-Hospital Emergency Care
- Medical Assessments
- Building Construction Knowledge
- Patient Care Documentation
Certification
- National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - # 1246 - 6015- 8371
- Florida Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician - # 306868
- Certified Proboard Firefighter I and II
- EVOC Certified
- Certified Fire Inspector and Instructor I and II
- Certified Hazardous Materials Technician
- Certified Rope Rescue I and II
Timeline
Customer Service/Sales Associate/Forklift Operator
Northern Tool + Equipment
05.2024 - 09.2024
Driver/Operator Technician
Nationwide Organ Recovery Transport Alliance
03.2024 - Current
Firefighter
Department Of The Navy
07.2001 - 02.2024
Volunteer District Fire Chief
Escambia Fire and Rescue
07.1994 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Fire Department Administration
Columbia Southern University
- National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - # 1246 - 6015- 8371
- Florida Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician - # 306868
- Certified Proboard Firefighter I and II
- EVOC Certified
- Certified Fire Inspector and Instructor I and II
- Certified Hazardous Materials Technician
- Certified Rope Rescue I and II
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