Jessy Ingram
Carthage,MS
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.
Committed volunteer firefighter with experience in emergency response, fire control, and public safety education. Strengths include quick decision-making under pressure, physical stamina, and teamwork skills. Have contributed to safer communities through effective firefighting and life-saving efforts.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Carthage Fire & Rescue
Carthage, MS
09.2023 - Current
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential risks from lightning strikes or other natural disasters.
- Conducted public education programs about fire safety topics, such as smoke alarms and home escape plans.
- Supported rescue operations by providing assistance in searching for missing persons.
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
- Provided support during hazardous material incidents, including cleaning up spills and containing the area.
- Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Developed strategies for containment of fires based on environmental factors such as wind direction and fuel sources.
- Advised homeowners on methods for preventing house fires through proper storage of flammable materials and use of extinguishers.
Education
Leake Central High School
Carthage, MSSkills
- Fire suppression
- Hazardous materials response
- Emergency medical aid
- Fire safety education
- Team coordination
- Risk assessment
- Attention to detail
- Stress management
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Fire prevention
- Burning building entry tactics
- Vehicle extrication
- Water rescue
- Rescue operations
- Public education
Certification
- Fire fighter essential skills 1
- Fire fighter essential skills 2
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Carthage Fire & Rescue
09.2023 - Current
Leake Central High School