Kenneth Cates
Harrison,AR
Summary
A dedicated leader with extensive experience in public safety and tactical operations. Focus is on achieving mission success and ensuring the well-being of those under supervision. Proven track record in effectively managing complex situations. Possess necessary skills and expertise to navigate challenging environments. Unwavering commitment to the mission and ability to prioritize the safety and welfare of team members consistently leads to exceptional results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter-Paramedic
Eureka Springs Fire Department
12.2011 - 04.2022
- Respond to both fire and medical emergencies, providing medical care, and performing fire suppression and rescue operations for over 1 million tourists each year.
- Safely transport firefighters and equipment to emergency scenes, operate fire apparatus (pumps, ladders, etc.), maintain equipment, and participate in firefighting, rescue, and fire prevention activities
- Conducted hundreds of building inspections, identify hazards, ensure proper equipment, coordinating evacuations, and investigating fire incidents
- Lead and coordinate firefighting operations, ensure safety, implement fire safety policies, conduct training, inspect equipment, investigate fires, collaborate with other agencies, and manage fire stations.
- Deliver instruction in fire and EMS programs, ensure students meet national and state standards while also evaluating student performance and maintaining records.
Flight Paramedic FTO
AirEvac Lifeteam
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Provide advanced pre-hospital medical care to hundreds of patients during air transport, work as part of a team to stabilize and treat critically ill or injured patients, while also ensuring the safety of the flight crew and patient.
- Mentor and evaluate new paramedics and nurses during their field training, ensure they meet competency standards, and participate in ongoing education and training to maintain a high level of skill and knowledge.
- Prepare and deliver instruction, evaluate student performance, maintain records, and ensuring program compliance with relevant regulations, while also potentially coordinating skills labs and clinical experiences
Rescue Technician
Special Operations Rescue Team
12.2011 - 04.2014
- Respond to and mitigating hazardous situations, including but not limited to, technical rescues, hazardous materials incidents, and search and rescue operations
- Provide support for large events and potential emergencies
- Work with other agencies, providing training, and developing response plans.
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
02.2004 - 02.2012
- Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and readiness of wheeled vehicles, ensuring the efficient and safe transport of personnel and equipment. They oversee the planning, training, and deployment of motor transport personnel and equipment.
- Provide assistance during natural disasters, supporting refugee camps, and conducting stability operations, while also supporting other agencies.
- Lead and trained hundreds of Marines, often serving as a squad leader or platoon sergeant, ensuring their proficiency and maintaining discipline.
- Ensure Marines are trained to standards, manage resources for effective training, and serves as a single point of contact for training-related matters within their command, ensuring continuity and readiness.
- Train Marines in weapons systems and tactics, ensuring combat readiness through comprehensive training and evaluation.
- Manage and maintain millions of dollars worth of equipment, ensuring equipment is accounted for and readily available for use, while also ensuring the safety and proper storage of equipment.
- Represent a potential enemy, allowing for realistic training scenarios and the development of tactics against various threats.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ01-2027
Paramedic Program Certificate - Paramedic
Crowder College
Neosho, MO04.2014
Basic Fire Academy -
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX07.2008
Sergeants Program -
Marine Corp Institute
Quantico, VA01.2008
Skills
- Effective Leadership
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Rescue Operations Expertise
- Strategic Tactical Operations
Awards
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terror Service Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon with Bronze Star Device
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
- Marine Corps Certificate of Appreciation
- Marine Corps Letter of Appreciation
Certification
IFSAC: Firefighter 1 and 2, Hazmat Operations and Awareness
NREMT-Paramedic
AHA: BLS for Healthcare Provider, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support
NAEMT-Prehospital Trauma Life Support
FEMA: ICS 100,200,700,800
Search and Rescue Technician 3
NRA: Pistol Instructor and Range Safety Officer
Krav Maga Black Belt Instructor
Timeline
Flight Paramedic FTO
AirEvac Lifeteam
03.2017 - 06.2021
Firefighter-Paramedic
Eureka Springs Fire Department
12.2011 - 04.2022
Rescue Technician
Special Operations Rescue Team
12.2011 - 04.2014
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
02.2004 - 02.2012
Paramedic Program Certificate - Paramedic
Crowder College
Basic Fire Academy -
Kilgore College
Sergeants Program -
Marine Corp Institute
Bachelor of Arts -
Thomas Edison State University
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