Makinzie Greer
Metamora,IL
Summary
Hands-on battery technician and emergency responder with a strong background in equipment inspection, high-voltage testing, and safety compliance. Brings practical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and accurate recordkeeping to support reliable operations and safer workflows.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Spring Bay Fire department
Spring Bay, IL
07.2015 - Current
- Executed firefighter and driver duties at emergency scenes to ensure safety and effective response.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Located and extricated victims trapped by fires, providing first aid to stabilize injuries.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures
- Responded promptly to incidents, demobilizing equipment to facilitate swift operations.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
Battery Technician
Rivian
Normal, Illinois
08.2021 - 11.2026
- Tested high-voltage battery systems, identifying faults and ensuring compliance with diagnostic standards.
- Checked Rivian battery modules for damage, defects, and safety compliance.
- Conducted inspections of battery systems for potential safety hazards or defects.
- Followed lockout-tagout and electrical safety practices during battery handling.
- Reported battery faults and process issues, facilitating prompt resolutions by supervisors and engineering staff.
- Supported battery component assembly using hand tools and approved work instructions.
- Repaired defective wiring connections within a variety of electrical systems.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Maintained records of all battery repairs and replacements.
- Adhered strictly to company policies when handling hazardous materials associated with automotive batteries.
- Ensured that all work was carried out in accordance with relevant health and safety guidelines.
- Assisted in the development of new battery designs by testing prototypes.
- Trained and guided employees on repair methods, enhancing team proficiency in maintenance services.
Package Handler
FedEx
Morton, IL
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, minimizing delays and supporting overall workflow.
- Loaded delivery trucks with prepared packages to ensure timely dispatch.
- Used scanners to track parcel information such as condition or receipt.
- Completed tugger certification to ensure safe transportation of materials.
- Completed switcher certification training to improve operational safety and effectiveness.
Event Coordinator
Heaven on Earth
Peoria, IL
10.2013 - 07.2019
- Planned, coordinated and executed weddings and special events.
- Directed event production in collaboration with sponsors, hosts and internal teams.
- Boosted client satisfaction of on-site service requests and effective management of event logistics.
- Maintained proactive communication with clients to address and resolve service issues.
- Collaborated with clients to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently, ensuring satisfaction.
- Reviewed and validated orders to ensure accuracy of client requests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Metamora Township High School
Metamora, IL05-2011
Certification - EMT- Basic
ICC
Peoria, IL2013
Skills
- Medical response
- Emergency medical assistance
- First aid
- Medical care
- Firefighting equipment use
- Fire apparatus operation
- Fire apparatus maintenance
- Fire safety
- Fire control
- Fire regulations
- Incident safety
- Emergency vehicle operations
- Search and rescue
- Search and rescue techniques
- Vehicle extrication
- Water rescue
- Hazardous materials response
- Hazardous materials handling
- Equipment inspection
- Safety compliance
- Incident reporting
- Communication strategies
- Effective communication
- Project planning
- Team coordination
- Team development
- Leadership skills
- Rapid decision-making
- Situational assessment
- Stress management
- Public support services
- Fire regulations
- Emergency medical evaluations
Timeline
Battery Technician
Rivian
08.2021 - 11.2026
Package Handler
FedEx
11.2019 - 05.2020
Volunteer Firefighter
Spring Bay Fire department
07.2015 - Current
Event Coordinator
Heaven on Earth
10.2013 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Metamora Township High School
Certification - EMT- Basic
ICC