Kelley Gates
Parkville,MO
Summary
Well-trained, hard working, highly motivated, and knowledgeable about tools, equipment and techniques used in different scenarios. Organized in approaching all fires with safety-first mentality. Highly analytical, observant and resourceful.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/EMT
Riverside Fire Department
Riverside, MO
12.2021 - Current
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Responded directly to residential and business emergency situations to serve community.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
Firefighter/EMT
Gladstone Fire Department
Gladstone, MO
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
Firefighter/EMT
West Platte Fire Protection
Weston, MO
08.2021 - Current
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
911 Dispatcher
Platte County Sheriff's Office
Platte County, Missouri
12.2020 - Current
- Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
- Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to promptly dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
Child Watch Attendant
YMCA
Platte City, MO
05.2009 - 11.2020
- Provided exceptional care to groups of children between ages 6 months- 8 years old.
Videographer
Netsolus
Kansas City, Missouri
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Worked the night shift answering help calls from customers.
Loan Processing Assistant
Kansas City, Missouri
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepped and organized files for mortgage lenders to approve.
Creative Services Producer
KQTV
St. Joseph, Missouri
01.2015 - 10.2016
- In charge of producing commercials for local businesses.
Education
Fire Science Certificate - Fire Academy
MCC Blue River
Independence, MO12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
Northwest Missouri State University
2014
Skills
- Leadership
- Verbal communication
- Efficient time management
- Customer service
Certifications
- CPR, AED, & BLS
- First Aid
- Hazmat Awareness and Materials
- Firefighter 1 & Firefighter 2
- EMT-B
- FEMA ICS-100, 200, 700, 800
- FEMA NIMS- Building Construction
- FEMA NIMS- Fire Prevention
- FEMA NIMS- Principles of Emergency Services
- FEMA NIMS- Principles of Firefighter Safety and Survival
References
- Chief David Johnson 816.604.6766 david.johnson@mcckc.edu
- Jeff Hendrix: 816.392.1222
- Jason Davidson: 816.806.6919
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT
Gladstone Fire Department
09.2022 - 04.2023
Firefighter/EMT
Riverside Fire Department
12.2021 - Current
Firefighter/EMT
West Platte Fire Protection
08.2021 - Current
911 Dispatcher
Platte County Sheriff's Office
12.2020 - Current
Videographer
Netsolus
11.2018 - 06.2019
Loan Processing Assistant
10.2016 - 06.2017
Creative Services Producer
KQTV
01.2015 - 10.2016
Child Watch Attendant
YMCA
05.2009 - 11.2020
Fire Science Certificate - Fire Academy
MCC Blue River
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication
Northwest Missouri State University
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