Joseph H Mullen
Hardeeville,SC
Summary
Experienced Firefighter/Paramedic with a strong background in emergency medical response and fire suppression at Village of Barrington. Demonstrated success in community education on fire safety and maintaining equipment readiness. Proficient in victim rescue and building collaborative relationships to enhance emergency support and safety during critical incidents. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Smart and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting public. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Vigilant Firefighter with many years of experience performing firefighting and emergency medical duties. Passionate about protecting lives and property through dedicated service. Committed and physically fit professional. Works cooperatively with other first responders to gain control of emergency scenes. Expertise in HAZMAT handling, hostile fire events, and mass casualty events.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village Of Barrington
Barrington , Illinois
03.1997 - 04.2010
- 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.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- 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.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
Police Officer
Village Of East Dundee
East Dundee , Illinois
06.1990 - 01.1999
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Firefighter Paramedic
Village Of Warrenville
Warrenville , Illinois
06.1991 - 03.1997
- 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.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- 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.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- 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.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
Firefighter Paramedic
East Dundee Fire District
East Dundee , Illinois
02.1987 - 01.1997
- 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.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- 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.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- 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.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Carried hose bundle of approximately [Number] pounds to upper floors of businesses, apartments and hotels during emergencies.
- Assessed active fires and consulted with [Job title] to devise optimal approach and containment strategies.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on [Timeframe] basis.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
- Participated in [Type] training exercises and in-class training to improve [Type] knowledge.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Completed [Timeframe] training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Police Officer
Village Of Sleepy Hollow
Sleepy Hollow , Illinois
05.1989 - 05.1991
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Arson Explosion Investigations
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL12.2022
High School Diploma -
Dundee-Crown High Schools
Carpentersville, IL06.1986
No Degree -
Loras College
Dubuque, IANo Degree -
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, ILSkills
- Waterproof Salvage Covers
- Detailed Reporting
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Ladder Truck Operation
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Building Access Strategies
- Water Emergency Response
- Two-Way Radio Coordination
- Post-Fire Inspection
- Hazard Identification
- Accident Site Response
- Pump and Hose Management
- Smoke Suppression and Removal
- Hot Spot Location and Elimination
- Fire Prevention Education
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Property Protection and Salvage
- Ladder Positioning and Operation
- Arson Investigation
- Drills and Demonstrations
- Alarm Response
- Victim Rescue
- Hose Connections
- Standpipe Systems
- Medical Response
- Cooperative Relationships
- Firefighting Activities
- Secure Zone Transportation
- Fire Suppression Tools Operations
- Basic Life Support
- Public Assistance and Support
- Rescue Equipment Mastery
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Fire Pump Operation
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Human and Animal Evacuations
- Training Program Participation
- Fire Containment
- Safety and Security
- Emergency Support
- Medical Team Collaboration
- Medication Assistance
- Physical Fitness
- Vehicle and Equipment Operation
- Search and Rescue
- Mass Casualty Incident Response
- Map Reading
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Tools and Equipment
- Cardiac Arrest
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Acute Illness
- Smoke Alarms
- Site Searching
- Fire investigations
- Emergency response
- Hazard assessment
- Customer service
- Fire safety education
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Volunteer wrestling coach.
Accomplishments
- Graduated from Elgin Community College with high honors. Graduated from Eastern Kentucky University, summa cum laude.
Certification
- Provide an on request.
Volunteering wrestling coach
I volunteered as a wrestling coach at one of our local high schools for 13 years. Before that, I coached Pop Warner football and also coached wrestling at my alma mater.
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village Of Barrington
03.1997 - 04.2010
Firefighter Paramedic
Village Of Warrenville
06.1991 - 03.1997
Police Officer
Village Of East Dundee
06.1990 - 01.1999
Police Officer
Village Of Sleepy Hollow
05.1989 - 05.1991
Firefighter Paramedic
East Dundee Fire District
02.1987 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Fire Arson Explosion Investigations
Eastern Kentucky University
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Elgin Community College
High School Diploma -
Dundee-Crown High Schools
No Degree -
Loras College
No Degree -
William Rainey Harper College