Josh Melahn
165 W Iroquois St, Coal City,IL
Summary
Firefighter/EMT-B with over 8 years of experience in fire suppression and emergency medical care across multiple fire protection districts. Demonstrates strong critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills, effectively managing day-to-day operations, and providing emergency care. Committed to enhancing team performance and ensuring safety in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Part time firefighter/EMT-B
Coal City Fire Protection District
Coal City, IL
09.2025 - Current
- Emergency care of the sick and injured.
- Basic fire suppression duties.
Part time firefighter/EMT-B
Braidwood Fire Prot. Dist.
Braidwood, IL
10.2024 - Current
- Emergency care of the sick and injured.
- Basic fire suppression activities.
Part Time firefighter/EMT-B
Dwight Fire Prot. Dist.
Dwight, IL
01.2016 - Current
- Emergency care of the sick and injured.
- Basic fire suppression duties.
Full time firefighter/EMT-B (AMR contract)
Wilmington Fire Prot. Dist.
Wilmington, IL
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Emergency care of the sick and injured.
- Basic fire suppression activities.
Full time firefighter/EMT-B (metro contract)
Elwood Fire Prot. Dist.
Elwood, IL
01.2016 - 10.2024
- Acting officer in charge of day-to-day operations of the shift (1 year).
- Emergency care of the sick and injured.
- Basic fire suppression duties.
Part time firefighter/EMT-B
Coal City Fire Prot. Dist.
Coal City, IL
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Emergency care of the sick and injured.
- Basic fire suppression activities.
Education
Fire Investigator -
10.2023
Fire Apparatus Engineer -
04.2023
Hazardous Materials IC -
05.2022
Vehicle and Machinery Operations -
08.2021
Advanced Technician Firefighter -
08.2021
Hazardous Materials Tech -
05.2018
Rope Operations -
03.2017
Basic Operations Firefighter -
08.2016
Technical Rescue Awareness -
08.2016
Hazardous Materials Operations -
08.2016
Fire Service Vehicle Operator -
08.2016
Skills
- Problem solving: quickly assess evolving emergency scenes and determine the safest, most effective course of action
- Critical thinking: apply sound judgment under pressure to evaluate patient conditions, identify hazards, and prioritize tasks
- Communication: deliver clear, concise communication with crew members, dispatch, patients, and others who may be involved
- Teamwork: Operate effectively within fast-paced fire and EMS crews, support team objectives, and maintain strong situational awareness
- Responsibility: dependable and disciplined; committed to safety, protocol compliance, and maintaining readiness of equipment and apparatus
- Project management: experienced in coordinating station tasks, training activities, and small projects to keep operations efficient and on schedule
Additional Information - Professional Memberships
- Member of the MABAS 15 Fire Investigation team
- Member of the MABAS 15 HazMat Team
Timeline
Part time firefighter/EMT-B
Coal City Fire Protection District
09.2025 - Current
Part time firefighter/EMT-B
Braidwood Fire Prot. Dist.
10.2024 - Current
Full time firefighter/EMT-B (AMR contract)
Wilmington Fire Prot. Dist.
10.2024 - 03.2025
Part time firefighter/EMT-B
Coal City Fire Prot. Dist.
01.2020 - 01.2022
Part Time firefighter/EMT-B
Dwight Fire Prot. Dist.
01.2016 - Current
Full time firefighter/EMT-B (metro contract)
Elwood Fire Prot. Dist.
01.2016 - 10.2024