Justin Barham
Carbondale ,CO
Summary
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Carbondale And Rural Fire Protection District
11.2023 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tenders, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in firefighting operations.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Contributed 528 volunteer hours since 01/2023 until hire date.
- Transitioned to full time paid staff 10/07/2023 with over 2100 hours of paid time.
Airport Rescue Fire Fighting
Aspen Pitkin County Airport
04.2024 - Current
- Participated in joint training exercises to enhance inter-agency coordination, improving overall incident management capabilities.
- Provided critical support during large-scale emergency incidents by deploying resources effectively and maintaining clear communication channels between various response teams.
- Improved team performance through consistent training sessions focused on firefighting techniques, rescue operations, and emergency medical care.
- Increased operational readiness by maintaining firefighting vehicles and equipment in optimal condition through inspection routines.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Colorado Mountain College
Aspen, CO12-2023
No Degree - Fire Science
Colorado Mountain College
Carbondale, CO05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Entrepreneur
Western Colorado University
Gunnison, CO05-2019
Skills
- Fire suppression
- Technical rescue
- Vehicle extrication
- Emergency medical services
- Wildland firefighting
- Aircraft firefighting
- Water/ Rope rescue
- Incident command system
- Leadership skills
- Public education
- Physical fitness
Certification
- Firefighter 1 and 2
- National and Colorado EMTB
- ICS-100/200/300/700/800/907
- S130/180/190 (wildland firefighter, type 2)
- Swiftwater Rescue
- Rope Rescue Technician
- BLS/CPR instructor
- ARFF 40 hour training
Timeline
Airport Rescue Fire Fighting
Aspen Pitkin County Airport
04.2024 - Current
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Carbondale And Rural Fire Protection District
11.2023 - Current
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Colorado Mountain College
No Degree - Fire Science
Colorado Mountain College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Entrepreneur
Western Colorado University
Similar Profiles
Joe DellJoe Dell
Firefighter/ Paramedic at Carbondale And Rural Fire Protection DistrictFirefighter/ Paramedic at Carbondale And Rural Fire Protection District
Gavin ScrogginsGavin Scroggins
Firefighter/Engineer at Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection DistrictFirefighter/Engineer at Mokelumne Rural Fire Protection District
Anthony SwalesAnthony Swales
Captain/EMT at La Grande Rural Fire Protection DistrictCaptain/EMT at La Grande Rural Fire Protection District
Matthew "Guy" WellesMatthew "Guy" Welles
Recording Engineer/Studio Owner at Echo Ranch RecordingRecording Engineer/Studio Owner at Echo Ranch Recording
Ian LumsdenIan Lumsden
FireFighter EMT at Roaring Fork Fire Rescue AuthorityFireFighter EMT at Roaring Fork Fire Rescue Authority