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Kareem Burgos-Maldonado

Kareem Burgos-Maldonado

Volunteer Firefighter/Assistant Restaurant Manager
Memphis TN,TN

Summary

My name is Kareem A. Burgos-Maldonado, Motivated individual pursuing a full-time career in the fire service with the long-term goal of becoming a Fire Battalion Chief. I am bilingual Individual(English/Spanish), CPR certified (ID# 256011024153 /B6DEE3), enrolled in EMT school and TNFireTraining.com with 6 fire certifications and 19+ drill check-offs completed. I'm also actively taking general study classes in Southwest Tennessee Community College to support future transfer credits into a Fire Investigator bachelor’s program. My background includes experience in roofing and wood sheathing, giving me a solid understanding of building codes and job site safety. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, reading philosophy, staying physically active, college learning, and have a mechanical aptitude to tinker with vehicles. I am fully committed to serving my community and growing in the fire service one rank at a time.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Atoka Volunteer Firefighter

Fire Chief Bill Scott
04.2025 - Current
  • Registered reserve firefighter serving the Town of Atoka while progressing through formal fire service training.
  • Completed department-led drills and in-house training required for 16-hour Firefighting Introductory Certification ; actively advancing toward the 64-hour Firefighter Support course.
  • Checked off 19+ live training drills , including hose operations, search and rescue, ladder work, and SCBA use.
  • Experienced in proper use and maintenance of turnout gear, PPE during drills, training, and on-duty station activities.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Maria Maldonado
10.2021 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with customers in both Spanish and English to ensure excellent service and clear understanding of needs.
  • Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.
  • Remained calm and professional under pressure , effectively managing difficult customers and fast-paced shifts.
  • Handled cash and credit transactions accurately using POS systems and maintained accountability during closeout procedures.

Education

1st Year of Business Administration - General Studies, Transferable Credits

Southwest Tennessee Community College
5983 Macon Cove, Memphis, TN 38134
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

The Central High School
306 S Bellevue Blvd, Memphis, TN 38104
05.2001 -

Timeline

Atoka Volunteer Firefighter

Fire Chief Bill Scott
04.2025 - Current

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Maria Maldonado
10.2021 - Current

1st Year of Business Administration - General Studies, Transferable Credits

Southwest Tennessee Community College
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

The Central High School
05.2001 -
Kareem Burgos-MaldonadoVolunteer Firefighter/Assistant Restaurant Manager