Matthew Carpenter
Impact of Oregon
Grants Pass,OR
6
years of professional experience
Accomplished professional with expertise in client support and behavioral management, honed at Impact of Oregon. Demonstrated excellence in promoting independence and safety, utilizing compassionate caregiving and first aid skills. Enhanced client engagement through strategic community outings, achieving a 20% increase in social participation. Proven ability to manage health and safety requirements effectively.
Work History
Direct Support Professional
1 Year 9 Months- Supported individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with medication reminders, documentation, and routine care tasks.
- Monitored client safety, responding quickly to behavioral or medical needs.
- Facilitated community outings, recreation, and social engagement opportunities.
Wildland Firefighter
3 Months- Constructed fireline using hand tools and chainsaws to support initial attack operations.
- Operated portable pumps, hose lays, and water delivery systems during wildfire suppression.
- Monitored fire behavior and terrain conditions to support safe tactical decision-making.
- Performed mop-up, patrol, and hotspot suppression to reduce re-ignition risk.
Traffic Controller
2 Years 3 Months- Directed vehicle and pedestrian movements to maintain safe, orderly traffic flow at work zones.
- Monitored site conditions and adjusted traffic control setups to support changing road activities.
- Positioned cones, signs, and barriers according to site safety requirements and traffic management plans.
- Communicated clearly with motorists, crew members, and supervisors to coordinate safe access routes.
- Inspected traffic control equipment before shifts and reported damaged or missing safety materials.
- Enforced lane closures and detour procedures to minimize disruptions and protect workers.
- Responded quickly to incidents, hazards, and congestion to maintain control and prevent delays.
- Followed safety protocols and regulatory guidelines while supporting efficient traffic movement throughout work zones.
- Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
- Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
- Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
- Assisted in minimizing road congestion during peak hours, by effectively managing traffic signals and controlling vehicle movement.
- Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
- Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as severe weather or accidents, promptly adjusting strategies to maintain smooth traffic flow.
- Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
- Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
- Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
- Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
- Reduced accident rates at critical locations with the implementation of effective traffic control strategies.
- Improved traffic flow by efficiently coordinating and directing vehicular movements at assigned intersections.
- Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.
- Contributed to the successful completion of numerous construction projects by providing reliable traffic management solutions in adherence to project timelines and budgets.
- Provided timely communication to motorists regarding road closures, detours, or other changes in traffic patterns through electronic message boards and signage placement.
- Received recognition for consistently maintaining high levels of professionalism while interacting with drivers and pedestrians, promoting positive public relations.
Wildland Firefighter
5 Months- Maintained wildland firefighting equipment, vehicles, and PPE for operational readiness.
- Assisted with prescribed burns and fuels reduction treatments under burn plan direction.
- Communicated radio updates and status reports using incident command terminology.
- Supported crew safety through situational awareness, escape route planning, and hazard identification.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
- Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Maintained readiness for rapid response by ensuring timely completion of required training certifications and qualifications updates.
- Contributed to successful firefighting operations by maintaining optimal physical fitness and mental preparedness.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client support
Medication administration
Behavioral management
Compassionate caregiving
Client documentation
Health and safety requirements
Transportation
Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Oregon Department Of Forestry
07.2026 - 10.2026Read More
Direct Support Professional
Impact of Oregon
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Traffic Controller
Tcs Traffic Control
04.2024 - 07.2026Read More
Wildland Firefighter
North Pacific Forestry
04.2021 - 09.2021Read More
Hidden Valley High School
High School Diploma
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