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Parker John Merry

Oak Forest,IL

Summary

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.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter

Tinley Park Fire Department
Tinley Park, Illinois
02.2023 - Current
  • Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
  • Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
  • Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Responded promptly to medical emergencies.
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.

Warehouse Worker

Auburn Supply Co.
Markham, Illinois
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.

Education

Romeoville Fire Academy
Romeoville, IL
10-2023

High School Diploma -

Tinley Park Highschool
Tinley Park, Illinois
05-2021

Skills

  • Emergency Response
  • Fire suppression work
  • Public assistance and support
  • Team Collaboration
  • Quick problem solving
  • Physical fitness
  • Community Education
  • Fire response team direction
  • Crisis Communications
  • Leadership

Timeline

Firefighter

Tinley Park Fire Department
02.2023 - Current

Warehouse Worker

Auburn Supply Co.
06.2022 - 02.2023

Romeoville Fire Academy

High School Diploma -

Tinley Park Highschool

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