Kyle Headen
Campobello,SC
Summary
Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 7 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Lake Cunningham Fire Department
Greer, SC
03.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
Firefighter
Inman Community Volunteer Fire Department
Inman, SC
03.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
Firefighter Engineer
Tyger River Fire Department
Lyman, SC
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
Firefighter
Inman Community Volunteer Fire Department
Inman, SC
10.2016 - 04.2019
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Travelers Rest High School
Travelers Rest, SC05.2009
Skills
- Alarm Response
- Water Emergency Response
- Safety Equipment Inspection
- Victim Rescue
- Smoke Suppression and Removal
- Ladder Positioning and Operation
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Fire Prevention Education
- Property Protection and Salvage
- Accident Site Response
- Ladder Truck Operation
- Two-Way Radio Coordination
- Industrial Accidents
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazard Identification
- Drills and Demonstrations
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Hot Spot Location and Elimination
- Building Access Strategies
- Post-Fire Inspection
- Pump and Hose Management
- Detailed Reporting
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Basic Life Support
- Training Program Participation
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Fire Pump Operation
- Water and Chemical Streams
- Emergency Support
- Weather Condition Assessment
- Firefighting Activities
- Hose Connections
- Public Assistance and Support
- Safety and Security
- Human and Animal Evacuations
- Rescue Equipment Mastery
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Medical Response
- Fire Suppression Tools Operations
- Standpipe Systems
- K12 Saw Operation
- Fire Containment
- High-Rise Structure Response
- Work Planning and Prioritizing
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Medication Assistance
- Vehicle and Equipment Operation
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- CFR - Certified First Responder
• DL -Class E Drivers License
• Swift Water - Swift Water Basic and Advanced
Timeline
Firefighter
Lake Cunningham Fire Department
03.2022 - Current
Firefighter
Inman Community Volunteer Fire Department
03.2022 - Current
Firefighter Engineer
Tyger River Fire Department
03.2018 - 03.2022
Firefighter
Inman Community Volunteer Fire Department
10.2016 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Travelers Rest High School
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- CFR - Certified First Responder
• DL -Class E Drivers License
• Swift Water - Swift Water Basic and Advanced
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