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Joseph Crum

Beacon

Summary

Dedicated firefighter/paramedic excelling in fire suppression, advanced life support, and technical rescue operations. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure, make sound decisions in high-stress environments, and safely operate fire apparatus. Recognised for clear, professional communication with patients and team members, contributing to safe, coordinated, and efficient emergency operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Firefighter/Paramedic

Newton Fire Department
06.2023 - Current
  • Responded to 911 emergency calls involving structural and wildland fires, emergency medical services, technical rescue incidents, and hazardous materials emergencies
  • Served as engineer, responsible for the safe operation of fire apparatus, including pumping and water supply management for a variety of engines and specialized apparatus
  • Conducted regular training in fire suppression, EMS, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, and apparatus operations

EMT

Pella Community Ambulance
10.2022 - 03.2022
  • Responded to 911 emergency calls providing prehospital medical care for patients experiencing medical, traumatic, and behavioral emergencies
  • Performed technical rescue operations alongside fire and rescue personnel, including patient access, stabilization, packaging, and extrication
  • Performed interfacility transfers, safely transporting patients between hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and specialty care centers

Farm Hand

Shimmin Farms
01.2015 - 08.2021
  • Assisted with daily operations of a row crop and livestock farm, supporting planting, cultivation, harvesting, and animal care activities
  • Operated and maintained farm equipment and machinery, including tractors, planters, skid loaders, and harvesting equipment
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork in a physically demanding environment

Education

Master of Science - Public Safety: Fire Administration

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
07.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Central College
Pella, IA
05.2023

Paramedic Certification -

Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
08.2024

EMT Certification -

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
08.2022

High School Diploma -

Monmouth-Roseville High School
Monmouth, IL
05.2019

Skills

  • Fire Suppression
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Technical Rescue
  • Hazardous Materials Response
  • Training Facilitation
  • Fire Safety Plan Creation
  • Fire Pump Operation
  • Team collaboration

Certification

Firefighter I

Timeline

Firefighter/Paramedic

Newton Fire Department
06.2023 - Current

EMT

Pella Community Ambulance
10.2022 - 03.2022

Farm Hand

Shimmin Farms
01.2015 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Public Safety: Fire Administration

Liberty University

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management

Central College

Paramedic Certification -

Mercy College of Health Sciences

EMT Certification -

Des Moines Area Community College

High School Diploma -

Monmouth-Roseville High School
Joseph Crum