Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
PASSIONS
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Julius Middleton

Julius Middleton

Vineyard Haven,MA

Summary

Driven firefighter with extensive experience in emergency response, fire prevention, and safety education. Seeking a Fire Officer Lieutenant II position at Tisbury Fire Department, where I bring my emergency response and community relations skills to support your mission of protecting the community. Which demonstrates a strong commitment to community service and possesses a diverse skill set including fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous materials handling. Dedicated to making a positive impact and continuously improving fire service operations.

Overview

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Work History

Fire Lieutenant II

Tisbury Fire Department
Vineyard Haven, MA
10.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
  • Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
  • Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
  • Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
  • Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
  • Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
  • Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
  • Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
  • 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.
  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
  • Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
  • Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
  • Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
  • Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
  • Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
  • Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
  • Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA

Skills

  • Fire Suppression Techniques
  • Emergency Medical Skills
  • Rescue operations
  • Incident Command
  • Physical fitness
  • Adaptability
  • First response services
  • Incident safety
  • Life and property protection

Certification

  • FIREFIGHTER I
  • FIREFIGHTER I /II
  • FIRE INSTRUCTOR I
  • FIRE OFFICER I

PASSIONS

Dedicated and passionate firefighter committed to serving and protecting the community through emergency response, education, and outreach. Eager to leverage training and experience to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Driven by a deep commitment to helping others, finding purpose in every call and community interaction. The goal is to inspire trust and confidence while ensuring the safety and well-being of those I serve.

Timeline

Fire Lieutenant II

Tisbury Fire Department
10.2024 - Current
  • FIREFIGHTER I
  • FIREFIGHTER I /II
  • FIRE INSTRUCTOR I
  • FIRE OFFICER I

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

Cape Cod Community College
Julius Middleton