Kerrington Pegues
Summary
Dedicated Rescue Technician with proven leadership in high-stress environments. Skilled in safety compliance, effective teamwork, and mentoring peers. Committed to enhancing operational readiness and training junior technicians in rescue protocols.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Rescue Technician
Pk Safety
06.2024 - 07.2026
- Provided medical care to injured patients in the field.
- Operated rescue equipment to ensure effective and safe extrications.
- Collaborated with team members during drills and real-life rescue scenarios.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Inspected vehicles for compliance with state regulations prior to use in rescue missions.
- Performed daily equipment checks to ensure operational readiness.
Infantry Team Leader/Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Appointed as Rifleman TL, instructing and mentoring Marines on modern war fighting capabilities and techniques
- Led diverse infantry teams during training exercises and operational missions.
- Implemented training and planning for small unit teams as Squad Leader, enhancing operational readiness.
- Coordinated tactical operations and developed mission plans, ensuring successful execution of objectives.
- Trained and mentored junior Marines on combat skills and leadership principles, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Conducted risk assessments to ensure safety during field operations and maneuvers.
Search and Rescue Team Lead/ Hot Zone Controller
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Functioned as a CBRN/Hazmat Hot Zone Controller (HZC).
- Directed Extract teams in Alpha Company Rescue Platoon during critical missions.
- Supported all rescue disciplines in hazardous materials and CBRN environments, enhancing team response capabilities.
- Assisted Secret Service in managing hazardous agent incidents and medical emergencies.
- Responded to multiple high security events for the White House to include State of the Union addresses
- Maintained preventative maintenance program for rescue/extraction equipment, ensuring operational readiness.
- Enforced and Upheld OSHA and NFPA standards
Education
Urban Rescue
CBIRF Basic Operations Course (CBOC)
Spec Rescue At Downey Rescue Training Facility 02-2019
High School Diploma -
Tupelo High School
Tupelo, MS05-2018
Skills
- Ability to lead under high stress environments
- Time and project management skills
- Ability to mentor and lead peers
- Effective in team environments
- Applies Corrections
- Fast-paced learner
- Open minded
- Critical thinker
- Adaptive
- Active Listener
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Rescue Technician
Pk Safety
06.2024 - 07.2026
Infantry Team Leader/Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
01.2021 - 01.2024
Search and Rescue Team Lead/ Hot Zone Controller
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2021
Urban Rescue
CBIRF Basic Operations Course (CBOC)
High School Diploma -
Tupelo High School