Kyle Livingston
High Springs,FL
Summary
Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT
Citrus County Fire Rescue
10.2022 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Emergency Medical Technician
Citrus County Fire Rescue
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Emergency Medical Technician
Marion County Fire Rescue
09.2017 - 01.2022
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Created MCFR High Performance probationary completion award.
- Created station name, patch, and challenge coin to instill station pride.
- Currently working on proposal for EMT Field Training Officer positions.
Emergency Medical Technician
Rural/Metro Ambulance (AMR)
10.2016 - 09.2017
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Emergency Medical Technician
DeWitt County Emergency Medical Service
12.2012 - 06.2016
- Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Assisted admitting and billing personnel to obtain and record patient vital statistics and establish necessity for medical transportation.
- Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
- Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
- Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
- Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
Captain
Clinton Fire Department
07.2010 - 01.2016
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Promoted to Lieutenant on December 5, 2012.
- Promoted to Captain on November 1, 2014 & appointed EMS officer.
- Responsible for all of EMS, dress uniforms, PR and fundraising, RIT and ice rescue.
- Researched, purchased, created and wrote SOG for CFD ice rescue.
- Established RIT SOG.
- Maintain awards/commendations program.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment.
- Trained, oversaw and corrected personnel fighting fires.
- Arranged emergency medical services for victims of fires and other incidents.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
EMT/Security Officer
G4S Secure Solutions
10.2011 - 11.2012
- Provide security and EMS response
- Ensure all employees are in accordance with policies and safety protocols.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
EMT/Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
07.2010 - 09.2011
- Provide security, fire and EMS response to Caterpillar facility.
- Ensure all employees are in accordance with Caterpillar policies and safety protocols.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to general public.
Military Police
United States Army
07.2005 - 07.2010
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities and provide force protection.
- Investigated security issues involving domestic violence, assault and theft occurring on base among active military members.
- Authored daily activity, incident and irregularity reports.
- Deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2007 and Operation Unified Response in 2010.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL06.2021
High School Diploma -
Lake Weir High School
Ocala, FL05.2005
Skills
- Structural Firefighting
- Vehicle extrication
- Emergency medical response
- Forcible entry techniques
- Confined Space Rescue
- High Angle Rope Rescue
- Ice Rescue Techniques
- Trench Rescue
- Structural Collapse Rescue
- Rope Rescue Techniques
- Hazardous Materials Response
Accomplishments
While serving as Military Police I was awarded the Humanitarian Service Medal, Air Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and Drivers Badge.
Awarded the Meritorious Service Award, Training Award, and Lifesaving Award during my time with Clinton Fire Department.
Certification
- Trench Rescue Technician - 2024
- Hazardous Material Technician - 2024
- Confined Space Rescue Technician - 2024
- Structural Collapse Operations Level - 2023
- Vehicle & Machinery Rescue Technician - 2023
- Rope Rescue Technician - 2023
- FL Firefighter Certification of Compliance - 2022
- Licensed Florida EMT - 2016
- Licensed NREMT - 2015
- Rope Rescue Operations - 2015
- Tactical Emergency Medical Services I - 2014
- Fire Service Vehicle Operator - 2014
- Practical Ice Rescue Technician - 2014
- Rapid Intervention Team Rescue Technician - 2014
- Hazardous Material Operations - 2014
- Illinois Firefighter II - 2012
- Licensed Illinois EMT - 2011
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT
Citrus County Fire Rescue
10.2022 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Citrus County Fire Rescue
01.2022 - 10.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Marion County Fire Rescue
09.2017 - 01.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Rural/Metro Ambulance (AMR)
10.2016 - 09.2017
Emergency Medical Technician
DeWitt County Emergency Medical Service
12.2012 - 06.2016
EMT/Security Officer
G4S Secure Solutions
10.2011 - 11.2012
EMT/Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
07.2010 - 09.2011
Captain
Clinton Fire Department
07.2010 - 01.2016
Military Police
United States Army
07.2005 - 07.2010
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
High School Diploma -
Lake Weir High School
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