Lewis Leavell
Hopkinsville,KY
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. Communicative Firefighter known for first-rate mechanical aptitude and great integrity. Dependable individual dedicated to enhancing quality of life for citizens and fellow firefighters through productive, safe services. Expertise in providing emergency rescue, performing fire suppression techniques and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment. Highly trained and proficient in equipment, techniques and tools useful for optimizing firefighting. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every fire. Resourceful, hardworking and dependable professional. Brings 4 years of experience in fire fighting. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to obtain the position set forward. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/AEMT
Hopkinsville Fire Department
07.2018 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- 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.
- 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.
- Filled firetrucks with water and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
- Participated in training exercises and in-class training to improve knowledge.
- Searched areas to locate potential victims and employ rescue tactics and administer first aid.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY05.2010
Associate of Applied Science -
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY05.2010
Skills
- Waterproof Salvage Covers
- Victim Rescue
- Post-Fire Inspection
- Smoke Suppression and Removal
- Property Protection and Salvage
- Detailed Reporting
- Ladder Truck Operation
- Ladder Positioning and Operation
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Fire Prevention Education
- Hazard Identification
- Alarm Response
- Pump and Hose Management
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Hose Connections
- Weather Condition Assessment
- Fire Pump Operation
- Basic Life Support
- Medical Response
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Firefighting Activities
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Stabilization Procedures
- Emergency Patient Triage
- K12 Saw Operation
- Vehicle and Equipment Operation
- Search and Rescue
- Physical Fitness
- Smoke Alarms
- Tools and Equipment
- Cardiac Arrest
- Patient Immobilization
- Operating Hydraulics
Accomplishments
~Fire Chief Award given by Chief Steve Futrell for life saving award 2023
~Fire Chief award given by Chief Steve Futrell to Battalion 2 in the first time in history for Excellence.
~Deputy Chief Merit Award given by Chief William Pyle for Outstanding Team Work 2018
~Work Performance Evaluation Ribbon 2018/19/21/22/23/24
Certification
IFSAC Certifications:
~Firefighter 1
~Firefighter 2
~Hazmat Operations & Awareness
~Fire Instructor 1
~Fire Officer 1
~Fire Officer 2
~Driver Operator Pumper
~Driver Operator Aerial
~Inspector 1
Fema Certifications:
~ISO 100
~ISO 200
~ISO 700
~ISO 800
National Fire Academy
~Leadership 1
Arson 1
1403 Live Fire Instructor
International Association of Arson Investigators:
~Practical Application of the Relationship Between NFPA 1033 & NFPA 921
~Fire Investigator Scene Safety
~Postflashover Fires
~NFPA 1033 & Your Career
~Ethics and the Fire Investigator
~Documenting the Event
~Critical Evaluation and Testing of Commonly Reported Accidental Causes
~How First Responders Impact the Fire Investigation
Timeline
Firefighter/AEMT
Hopkinsville Fire Department
07.2018 - Current
IFSAC Certifications:
~Firefighter 1
~Firefighter 2
~Hazmat Operations & Awareness
~Fire Instructor 1
~Fire Officer 1
~Fire Officer 2
~Driver Operator Pumper
~Driver Operator Aerial
~Inspector 1
Fema Certifications:
~ISO 100
~ISO 200
~ISO 700
~ISO 800
National Fire Academy
~Leadership 1
Arson 1
1403 Live Fire Instructor
International Association of Arson Investigators:
~Practical Application of the Relationship Between NFPA 1033 & NFPA 921
~Fire Investigator Scene Safety
~Postflashover Fires
~NFPA 1033 & Your Career
~Ethics and the Fire Investigator
~Documenting the Event
~Critical Evaluation and Testing of Commonly Reported Accidental Causes
~How First Responders Impact the Fire Investigation
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Hopkinsville Community College
Associate of Applied Science -
Hopkinsville Community College
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