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Joe Russell

Picayune,MS

Summary

Fire Lieutenant with extensive experience at the Picayune Fire Department, skilled in fire safety and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance team performance through mentorship and training. Proficient in fire suppression operations and adept at strategic decision-making during critical incidents, ensuring firefighter safety and effective scene operations.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Lieutenant

City of Picayune
08.2000 - Current
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
  • Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Constructed multi-level maze to facilitate training.

Volunteer Firefighter

Southeast Volunteer Fire Dept
03.1995 - Current
  • Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
  • Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
  • Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.

Mechanical Technician

United States Marine Corps
10.1997 - 10.2005
  • Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
  • Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
  • Assigned all work orders and maintained vehicles for 14 adjoining units in Iraq.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pearl River Central High School
Carriere, MS

Mississippi Fire Academy
Pearl, MS

Skills

  • Fire Fighter I-II

  • Driver/Operater

  • EMTB

  • Fire Instructor I

  • Fire Officer I-II

  • Fire Safety Officer

  • Haz Mat Tech I

  • FIRST

  • Rope Rescue I

  • Confined Space Rescue

  • Trench Rescue

Timeline

Fire Lieutenant

City of Picayune
08.2000 - Current

Mechanical Technician

United States Marine Corps
10.1997 - 10.2005

Volunteer Firefighter

Southeast Volunteer Fire Dept
03.1995 - Current

High School Diploma -

Pearl River Central High School

Mississippi Fire Academy

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