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Work History
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Jose Lopez

Willows,CA

Summary

Dedicated medical and fire professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter/Engineer

Willows Fire Department
08.2022 - Current
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
  • Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.

Firefighter/EMT

Sidetrax
05.2017 - Current
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Performed vehicle extrication on modified racing vehicles.
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation of patients in need.
  • Wildland firefighting.


EMT

First Responder EMS
06.2016 - Current
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.

Volunteer Firefighter

Willows Volunteer Fire Department
07.2014 - Current
  • Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
  • Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
  • Filled firetrucks with water and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
  • Search burning building to locate fire victims
  • Wildland firefighting

Day Laborer

C.F. Koehnen And Sons
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Trim jagged stumps, using saws or pruning shears
  • Set up and operate irrigation equipment
  • Operate tractors, tractor-drawn machinery, and self-propelled machinery to plow, harrow, and fertilize soil, or to plant, cultivate, spray, and harvest crops


Overnight Stocker

Walmart
08.2014 - 01.2015
  • Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
  • Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
  • Performed light housekeeping and cleaning by discarding trash and cardboard and sweeping and mopping floors.
  • Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated and spoiled items.
  • Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
  • Stamped, attached or changed price tags on merchandise shelving and updated computerized price list.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.

Pistachio Pruner

Brenda Cabral
11.2013 - 12.2013
  • Removed dead and excess branches from trees.
  • Chopped and trimmed trees and operated chipping equipment for limbs.
  • Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Trim jagged stumps, using saws or pruning shears.

Education

High School Diploma -

Willows Community High School
Willows, CA
06.2014

Skills

  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Education and training
  • Active Learning
  • Operation and control
  • SS-V EMS certified
  • CHEMPAK trained
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • CPR/First-Aid Certified
  • EMS Expertise
  • Report Preparation

Timeline

Firefighter/Engineer

Willows Fire Department
08.2022 - Current

Firefighter/EMT

Sidetrax
05.2017 - Current

EMT

First Responder EMS
06.2016 - Current

Day Laborer

C.F. Koehnen And Sons
03.2015 - 12.2015

Overnight Stocker

Walmart
08.2014 - 01.2015

Volunteer Firefighter

Willows Volunteer Fire Department
07.2014 - Current

Pistachio Pruner

Brenda Cabral
11.2013 - 12.2013

High School Diploma -

Willows Community High School

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