John Andera
Lawler,IA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in high-pressure environments, including the IA Army National Guard. Excelled in conducting risk assessments and leading training programs, showcasing a blend of technical guidance and teamwork. Proven track record in enhancing safety and operational efficiency, leveraging expertise in weapons systems and rescue equipment use. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Resilient firefighter known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in emergency medical response, fire suppression techniques, and hazardous materials handling. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and decision-making, ensuring safety and effectiveness in critical situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantryman
IA Army National Guard
Oelwein, IA
03.2022 - Current
- Engaged in marksmanship training with various weapons systems to ensure accuracy and proficiency.
- Operated communications equipment to ensure effective field communication.
- Instructed personnel on environmental hazard reduction and PPE use, driving standardized procedures and supporting team health and performance.
- Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
- Monitored communications systems for orders, instructions and alerts.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Participated in tactical planning sessions to determine mission objectives.
Firefighter
Protvin Fire
Protivin , IOWA
11.2019 - Current
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
Andera Construction INC.
06.2013 - Current
- Company Overview: Specialize in concrete construction varying from standard flat work, decorative pours as well as concrete resurfacing
- In the last year began to do dirt work (digging with mini excavator/ backhoe for installing culverts, digging footings and removal of trees as well as installing septic systems
- Specialize in concrete construction varying from standard flat work, decorative pours as well as concrete resurfacing
- In the last year began to do dirt work (digging with mini excavator/ backhoe for installing culverts, digging footings and removal of trees as well as installing septic systems
General Labor
MudSlingers Construction LLC.
06.2011 - 04.2018
- Company Overview: General Labor
- Job duties include, operating skid loader, setting up forms, running hand tools, assembling rebar mats, operating shovels and rakes, also finishing concrete with various tools
- Specialize in decorative concrete but also do other residential and commercial jobs
- General Labor
- Job duties include, operating skid loader, setting up forms, running hand tools, assembling rebar mats, operating shovels and rakes, also finishing concrete with various tools
- Specialize in decorative concrete but also do other residential and commercial jobs
Education
High School Diploma -
Crestwood High
Cresco, IA05-2013
Skills
- Conducting risk assessments
- Personnel mentoring
- Vehicle mobilization
- Combat operations planning
- Managing safety gear
- Coordinating training
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Small unit tactics
- Weapons systems
- Weaponry maintenance
- Managing PPE
- Radio communications
- Offensive and defensive combat operations
- Technical guidance
- Reconnaissance
- Training leadership
- Hazard management
- Public assistance and support
- Cooperative relationships
- Rescue equipment use
Volunteer Experience
- Member of the Protivin Volunteer Fire Dept for the last 5 years
- Member of the Cresco Fire Dept. from 2013-2019
- Iowa DNR Hunter Education Courses
References
Jesse Olson, 712-541-0026
Zach Zip, 319-850-1029
Aaron Slaichert, 641-512-3511
Neal Stapelkamp, 563-212-7766
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Infantryman
IA Army National Guard
03.2022 - Current
Firefighter
Protvin Fire
11.2019 - Current
Andera Construction INC.
06.2013 - Current
General Labor
MudSlingers Construction LLC.
06.2011 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Crestwood High
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