John DeKay
Summary
Dedicated Firefighter/EMT with hands-on experience at Farmington Fire Department and extensive IFSAC-certified training. Proven commitment to emergency response, public safety, teamwork, and professional development. Seeking to contribute strong fire suppression, emergency medical, and technical rescue skills to North Metro Fire Rescue District
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Farmington Fire Department
Farmington, NM
2024.12 - Current
- Responded to fire, medical, rescue, and emergency incidents, ensuring effective team collaboration in high-pressure situations
- Perform fire suppression, ventilation, overhaul, and salvage operations
- Provided Basic Life Support patient care as licensed EMT, delivering critical assistance during emergencies
- Completed ongoing training and physical fitness requirements, enhancing readiness for diverse emergency scenarios
Fire Inspector
Farmington Fire Department
Farmington, NM
2025.04 - 2025.08
- Conducted commercial fire inspections during light duty
- Recognized fire code infractions to enhance safety compliance and recommended corrective actions
- Instructed business owners on fire prevention strategies and life safety requirements to promote a safer environment
- Maintained inspection documentation and compliance records
Medical Assistant
Mesa Family Practice
Farmington, NM
2024.09 - 2024.12
- Prepared patients for physician examinations
- Assisted providers in delivering quality patient care
- Documented symptoms and maintained accurate electronic medical records
- Collected patient vital signs and medical histories
Education
Fire Science
San Juan College
Farmington, NMBusiness Administration And Management
Creighton University
Omaha, NESkills
- Fire Suppression Operations
- Structural Firefighting
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Technical Rescue
- Team-Based Emergency Response
Certification
- IFSAC Firefighter I & II
EMT-B (BLS Provider)
Hazardous Materials Operations
Vehicle Extrication Technician
Rope Rescue Technician
Swiftwater/Flood Rescue Technician
Wildland Firefighter (S-130, S-190, L-180)
CEVO-4 - FEMA / ICS Training
ICS 100, 200, 700, 703, 706, 800
IS-29 Public Information Officer Awareness
Timeline
Fire Inspector
Farmington Fire Department
2025.04 - 2025.08
Firefighter
Farmington Fire Department
2024.12 - Current
Medical Assistant
Mesa Family Practice
2024.09 - 2024.12
Fire Science
San Juan College
Business Administration And Management
Creighton University