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Justin Rhodes

Kenosha,WI

Summary

Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Diligent professional with experience in emergency support and medical response coupled with fire suppression techniques. Team-focused with strong communication skills to rapidly and effectively respond to emergencies. Stellar work ethic, integrity and reliability. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter/EMT-Basic

Somers Fire & Rescue
Somers, WI
01.2024 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
  • Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
  • Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
  • Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
  • 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.

Guest Service Clerk

Kwik Trip
Pleasant Prairie, WI
05.2022 - Current
  • Greeted guests, answered questions and provided directions.
  • Provided prompt and courteous service to all customers.
  • Assisted guests with check-in and check-out procedures.
  • Processed guest reservations, registration cards and credit card transactions.
  • Addressed customer complaints in a professional and efficient manner.
  • Developed positive relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
  • Performed data entry into computerized reservation system accurately and efficiently.
  • Followed established safety procedures when handling cash or credit cards.
  • Promoted high level of guest satisfaction through genuine, enthusiastic and friendly interactions.

Lifegaurd

Six Flags
Gurnee, IL
06.2017 - 09.2024
  • Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
  • Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
  • Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
  • Instructed patrons on proper use of diving boards, slides, ladders.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies in the pool area.
  • Assisted with orientation sessions for new lifeguards in training.
  • Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
  • Provided first aid care to injured patrons before paramedics arrived on scene.

Deli Clerk

Meijer
Kenosha, WI
10.2019 - 05.2022
  • Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the deli area and equipment.
  • Prepared all food orders according to customer specifications.
  • Stocked shelves with fresh items daily.
  • Rotated product on shelves to ensure freshness.
  • Adhered to health and safety standards while preparing food.
  • Trained new employees on proper handling of food, safety protocols, and customer service techniques.
  • Operated cash register accurately and efficiently for customer transactions.
  • Weighed, wrapped, and labeled meats, cheeses, salads, sandwiches. for customers' orders.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas at the end of shift.
  • Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the store operations during peak hours of business activity.
  • Maintained records such as inventory levels or sales figures.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a polite demeanor.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tremper High School
Kenosha, WI
06-2021

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Emergency response
  • Firefighting activities
  • Fire suppression work
  • Rescue equipment use
  • Rescue equipment proficiency

Certification

  • Certified Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, hazmat ops, and fire inspector.
  • Licensed EMT

Timeline

Firefighter/EMT-Basic

Somers Fire & Rescue
01.2024 - Current

Guest Service Clerk

Kwik Trip
05.2022 - Current

Deli Clerk

Meijer
10.2019 - 05.2022

Lifegaurd

Six Flags
06.2017 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Tremper High School

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Gateway Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

Northern Michigan University
Justin Rhodes