Joshua T Painter
Centerbrook,Ct
Summary
Dedicated and progressive individual with more than 15 years of experience in the public safety field. Strong qualifications in training, resource management, public safety and emergency response, Well-developed leadership in analytical skills as evidence by my ability to continuously improve fire / rescue operations and emergency medical services at the Essex Fire dept, by continuously evaluating situations both on and off the fire ground and making changes based off of needs. I also have a strong reputation for strong work ethic and uncompromising devotion to the fire service
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Dispatcher
State of Connecticut
Montville, CT
09.2023 - Current
- Tracked call logs and shift data to enter into computer system.
- Received and processed 9-1-1 emergency calls to dispatch emergency services.
- Operated law enforcement communication equipment and NCIC database to facilitate information to department.
- Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach.
- Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
- Researched vehicle, wanted and missing persons information.
- Mitigated risks and emergency response delays by efficiently monitoring public safety field units.
Asst. Chief
Essex Fire Department
Essex, CT
02.2015 - Current
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Supported continuing operations and rehabilitation of firefighting equipment by identifying new community resources.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Firefighter/EMT-B
Town of Waterford
Waterford, CT
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
Maintainer 2
State of Connecticut
Old Saybrook, CT
10.2014 - 10.2022
- Maintain all highways in assigned district
- Plow snow in the winter months
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions
- Flagging operations
- Attend trainings
- Respond to emergency calls 24hr a day
Infantryman
US Army
Middletown, CT
07.2010 - 07.2015
- Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion.
- Provided fast and accurate emergency response to injured teammates, providing first aid and Buddy Care.
- Led training on weapons systems for
- Led training on weapons systems for infantryman in the unit.
- Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
Education
High school Diploma -
Old Saybrook High School
2008
Connecticut Fire Acadmey
Windsor Locks, CTAffiliations
Essex Volunteer fire Dept 2015-present (current chief and training officer)
Army National Guard- 2010-2015
Westbrook volunteer Fire Dept-2005-2009
Additional Information
- Meritorious Service Award (Westbrook Vol. fire dept)
- Top responder (Westbrook EMS, and Essex Fire )
- Chiefs Award (Essex fire)
Timeline
Police Dispatcher
State of Connecticut
09.2023 - Current
Firefighter/EMT-B
Town of Waterford
10.2022 - 09.2023
Asst. Chief
Essex Fire Department
02.2015 - Current
Maintainer 2
State of Connecticut
10.2014 - 10.2022
Infantryman
US Army
07.2010 - 07.2015
High school Diploma -
Old Saybrook High School
Connecticut Fire Acadmey
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