Kyle Fischer
Tazewell,TN
Summary
Dedicated firefighter, EMT-B, and fitness professional with extensive experience in emergency response, leadership, and tactical operations. Proven ability to perform under pressure, deliver critical pre-hospital medical care, and lead crews through high-stakes situations with focus on safety, efficiency, and resilience. Skilled in training, shift coordination, and performance development for fire service teams, with additional expertise in hazardous materials, technical rescue, and tactical casualty care. Strong leadership presence as an Acting Captain, serving as a liaison between command staff and line personnel while maintaining operational readiness and equipment integrity. Committed to service, physical preparedness, and community protection.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Caption
Karn Fire Department
Knoxville, TN
12.2021 - Current
- Directly supervise crews during 24-hour shifts, ensuring operational readiness and safety
- Assume command of emergency incidents, making critical decisions under pressure
- Oversee training, shift coordination, and performance development for firefighters and engineers
- Serve as a leadership liaison between command staff and line personnel
- Maintenance person for department trucks, stations, and SCBAs
- Scheduling
EMT-B
American Medical Response
Knoxville, TN
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Delivered pre-hospital medical care in high-pressure environments
- Responded rapidly to emergency calls.
- Communicated effectively with medical teams to coordinate patient care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Loading Dock/Forklift operator
England's furniture
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Operated forklifts to transport furniture within the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily operational goals.
Education
EMT-B -
Roane State Community College
Knoxville, TN01.2022
High School Diploma -
James Madison Academic
Online School01.2020
Skills
CERTIFICATIONS
- Georgia FLAMES
- EMT-B
- PHTLS (Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support)
- TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care)
- CPR Healthcare Provider
- L-1 Nutrition/Fitness Coach
- TARS Vehicle Extrication Instructor
- Swiftwater Level 1 (Basic)
- Swiftwater Level II (Advanced)
- Trench Rescue Awareness
- Rapid Intervention Team Operations
- Firefighter Survival Get Out Alive
- SCBA Using It
- Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations
- HMMD - Hazardous Materials Operation Mass Decontamination
- HMTD - Hazardous Materials Operation Technical Decontamination
- PDO - Pumper Driver Operator
- AADO - Aerial Apparatus Driver Operator
- Community Risk Reduction Workshop
- ICS 100
- ICS 200
- ICS 700
- ICS 800
Accomplishments
- Start of Life Award
- Fire Fighter for 3 years
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting Caption
Karn Fire Department
12.2021 - Current
EMT-B
American Medical Response
01.2020 - 12.2021
Loading Dock/Forklift operator
England's furniture
03.2018 - 01.2020
EMT-B -
Roane State Community College
High School Diploma -
James Madison Academic
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