Loel Trulove Jr.
Tangent
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Professional Firefighter at Albany Fire Department, excelling in emergency medical response and fire suppression techniques. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective communication and leadership, while consistently ensuring community safety and operational readiness. Committed to continuous improvement and public education on fire prevention strategies.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Firefighter
Albany Fire Department
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing life-saving assistance and fire suppression services.
- Conducted routine inspections of firefighting equipment and apparatus for operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to execute rescue operations and mitigate hazardous situations.
- Trained new recruits on firefighting techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
- Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions and drills to maintain optimal performance during emergencies.
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Supported fellow firefighters during high-pressure situations by maintaining clear communication channels and offering necessary guidance when needed.
- Maintained operational readiness by conducting daily checks on firefighting equipment, ensuring all gear was in proper working order.
- Educated the public on fire prevention measures through presentations and demonstrations at local schools and community events.
- Efficiently extinguished structural fires using specialized tools and equipment designed for specific types of blazes.
- Provided life-saving medical assistance by administering CPR or First Aid until paramedics arrived on scene.
- Engaged in physical fitness activities regularly to maintain peak performance levels required for emergency response situations.
- Participated in wildfire containment efforts alongside regional partners, preventing further spread of flames into populated areas.
School Bus Driver
Greater Albany Public School District
Albany, OR
11.2022 - Current
- Adhered to safety protocols while transporting students to and from school.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Assisted students with boarding and disembarking safely, fostering a secure environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding transportation schedules and student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of daily routes, ensuring accountability and efficiency in operations.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
Delivery Driver
Lowes Home Improvment
Albany, OR
11.2017 - 11.2022
- Delivered products efficiently, ensuring timely arrivals and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs, enhancing operational transparency and accountability.
- Adhered to safety protocols, minimizing risks during transportation and handling of materials.
- Assisted with loading and unloading merchandise, optimizing workflow for efficient deliveries.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
Education
PARAMEDIC -
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, ORHigh School Diploma -
West Albany High School
Albany, OR06.1980
Skills
- Firefighting equipment operation
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Rope rescue techniques
- Fire service leadership
- Emergency vehicle driving
- Personal protective equipment
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Fire suppression techniques
- Fireground communications
- Forcible entry techniques
- Incident command system
- Emergency medical response
- Fire prevention strategies
- Fire investigation procedures
- Water supply management
- Firefighter survival techniques
- Ventilation practices
- Stress management techniques
- Fire hydraulics
- Breathing apparatus use
- First aid and CPR
- Building construction
- Emergency medical treatment
- Fire safety
- Firefighting
- Fire suppression
- Medical equipment usage
- Medication administration
- Medical response
- Fire pump operation
- Patient care documentation
- Emergency management
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Greater Albany Public School District
11.2022 - Current
Delivery Driver
Lowes Home Improvment
11.2017 - 11.2022
Professional Firefighter
Albany Fire Department
PARAMEDIC -
Chemeketa Community College
High School Diploma -
West Albany High School