Firefighter
Fdny
Staten Island, NY
12.2024 - Current
- Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.