Kyle McAvoy
Washington,IA
Summary
Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained and trainable individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter / Driver-Operator
American Ordinance
06.2023 - Current
- Respond to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drive, operated, and maintained fire engines, ambulances, all terrain vehicles, and hazardous materials response vehicles to aid in rescue, fire suppression, and hazardous materials operations.
- Document emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participate in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Train new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Inspect apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
Part-Time Firefighter
North Liberty Fire Department
06.2022 - Current
- Respond to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operate fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drive and operated fire engines, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Collaborate with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Participate in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Participate in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Train new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
Sanitation Driver
LRS Of Iowa
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
- Used radio and cellular devices to communicate with dispatch.
- Followed routes closely and maintained tight schedules.
- Operated automated and semi-automated hoisting devices to raise refuse bins and dump contents into trucks.
- Worked closely with supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Volunteer Firefighter
Coralville Fire Department
07.2017 - 01.2023
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Drove and operated fire engines, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
Temp-Security Guard
University Of Iowa Department Of Public Safety
12.2018 - 09.2020
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
Student Fire Inspector
University Of Iowa Facilities Management
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Inspected buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
- Located fire code violations and recommended actions to bring properties into compliance.
- Inspected physical condition of automatic sprinkler systems to report conditions and suggest repairs.
- Repaired and replaced defective fire safety equipment such as sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IAHigh School Diploma -
Washington High School
Washington, IA05.2016
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Cooperative Relationships
- Community Education
- Relationship Building and Management
- Public Safety and Security
Certification
- Nationally Certified Firefighter 1 & Hazardous Materials Operator - Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau
- Nationally Certified Firefighter 2 - Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau
- Nationally Certified Fire & Emergency Services Instructor 1 - Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau
- Nationally Certified Fire Apparatus Driver Operator Pumper - Iowa Fire Service Training Bureau
- Nationally Certified Emergency Medical Technician - NREMT
- Iowa Certified Emergency Medical Technician - Iowa Department of Public Health
- CPR for Emergency Responder - American Heart Association
Timeline
Firefighter / Driver-Operator
American Ordinance
06.2023 - Current
Part-Time Firefighter
North Liberty Fire Department
06.2022 - Current
Sanitation Driver
LRS Of Iowa
08.2021 - 06.2023
Temp-Security Guard
University Of Iowa Department Of Public Safety
12.2018 - 09.2020
Volunteer Firefighter
Coralville Fire Department
07.2017 - 01.2023
Student Fire Inspector
University Of Iowa Facilities Management
08.2016 - 07.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
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