Amber Martinez Y Davis
Midland
Summary
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter Paramedic
City of Midland Fire Department
Midland, TX
03.2023 - 04.2026
- Responded effectively to emergency calls, ensuring timely and safe intervention.
- Operated firefighting equipment, maintaining readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to execute rescue operations during hazardous situations.
- Conducted fire prevention education programs for community engagement and awareness.
- Mentored junior firefighters, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
- Developed training modules on advanced firefighting techniques and safety measures.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
Aquatics Specialist
01.2018 - 01.2019
- While working at various aquatic establishments I have been in charge of:
- - Maintaining staff certifications and training.
- - Strictly adhering to state and facility regulations.
- - Training new staff in emergency operations, as well as ensuring that current staff is well versed in the facility emergency action plan.
- - Ensuring that pool chemicals and temperatures are kept at proper levels according to state regulations.
Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor
01.2015 - 01.2017
- While a staff member at the Martial Arts Center of Excellence I obtained my instructor status in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. I was trained in how to instruct the following:
- - Unarmed offensive tactics and close quarters combat techniques.
- - Responsible use of force.
- - Use of and defense against edged weapons, weapons of opportunity, rifles, and bayonets.
- - Weapons retention and disarmament.
- - Military police and state department defensive tactics.
- - Human dimensions of combat, precursors, behavioral traits, pattern avoidance.
- - Escalation of force.
Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
01.2014 - 01.2017
- As Lead Instructor for the MCIWS Program in the National Capital Region, to include Marine Corps Base Quantico, I was responsible for:
- - Scheduling, coordination, logistical requirements of courses, and supervision of three instructors.
- - Training of over 3,000 Marines in basic water survival annually
- - Training of over 100 Marines in advanced water survival annually.
- As one of the four locations in the MCIWS Training Program, we trained 50 Marines each year to be fellow MCIWS instructors that are proficient in advanced rescue techniques, aquatic conditioning, American Red Cross Lifeguarding, pool operations, and survival strokes.
Records Management
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Throughout my service in the Marine Corps I was continuously tasked with proper record keeping. I have been extensively trained in the following:
- - Establishing new records management systems.
- - Developing, maintaining, verifying and evaluating existing systems.
- - Overseeing the switch from paper to electronic record-keeping.
- - Dealing with inquiries and requests for information from both internal and external entities.
- - Ensuring that financial, legal or administrative requirements and regulations are in compliance with Marine Corps policy.
- - Ensuring that data is protected via electronic transmission and file transfers.
- - Destroying or archiving finished records.
- - Ensuring that records are easily accessible when needed.
- - Providing training to staff requiring access to records.
Inventory Specialist
01.2012 - 01.2017
- While acting as the On Vehicle Equipment Specialist at The Basic School as well as The Martial Arts Center of Excellence, my responsibilities included:
- - Overseeing inventory for more than 4 million dollars of equipment and monitoring supply chain management according to unit procedures.
- - Performing critical inventory tasks to ensure the correct amount of items are available for operations.
- - Maintaining updated and accurate records of inventory, including transfers and cycle counts.
- - Reviewing documentation and monitoring gear codes to search for discrepancies; troubleshooting quantity discrepancies between stock and records.
- - Developing and implementing improvements to existing operational procedures in order to maximize efficiency and cost effectiveness.
- - Processing purchase orders, collecting and analyzing data to determine appropriate order quantities.
- - Reviewing operations schedules and production requirements to ensure gear will be present and inspected before training.
- - Preparing, generating, and filing financial inventory reports; reviewing reports monthly with superiors.
- - Nurturing positive relationships with suppliers/units and providing customer service as needed.
Quality Control Non-Commissioned Officer
01.2012 - 01.2014
- During my time as the Quality Control Non-Commissioned officer of The Basic School, Quantico, I had the duties of:
- - Responding to all vehicle requests and maintaining the vehicle data sheets.
- - Coordinating driver requirements and equipment for all trips.
- - Maintaining licensing, maintenance, location assignment and usage records for all motor pool vehicles.
- - Coordinating the use and availability of all motor pool assets, to include over 150 vehicles, their standard issue equipment, and to ensure they were ready for use.
- - Directing and leading the work of subordinates to accomplish equipment maintenance and motor pool tasks related to vehicle readiness and data collection of inventory and property.
- - Maintaining all administrative files for the motor pool and inventory records.
Dispatch Operations
01.2012 - 01.2014
- As the primary dispatcher for The Basic School, Quantico, I was able to proficiently:
- - Develop delivery routes and maintain contact with eighty drivers throughout the day.
- - Collaborate with the chief of operations to modify daily routes to accommodate the needs of units.
- - Act as a communication liaison through the two-way truck radio system and answer incoming phone calls from drivers on the road.
- - Cultivate strong relationships with drivers and unit representatives to reduce the stress that comes with last minute schedule changes.
- - Monitor any sudden route changes or transportation issues and work with drivers to establish new routes for timely deliveries
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Midland College
Midland, TX06.2022
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Midland College
Midland, TX06.2022
Corporals Course -
Marine Corps University Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Academy
Lance Corporal Leadership Seminar - undefined
Training and Education Command
General Diploma - undefined
South Fork High School
01.2009
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- Licensed Paramedic
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Emergency response
- Fitness and agility
- Emergency scene management
- Leadership and supervision
Certification
- Hazmat Technician
- Rope Rescue Technician
- Licensed Paramedic
- Vehicle Extrication
Timeline
Firefighter Paramedic
City of Midland Fire Department
03.2023 - 04.2026
Aquatics Specialist
01.2018 - 01.2019
Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor
01.2015 - 01.2017
Marine Corps Instructor of Water Survival
01.2014 - 01.2017
Records Management
01.2012 - 01.2017
Inventory Specialist
01.2012 - 01.2017
Quality Control Non-Commissioned Officer
01.2012 - 01.2014
Dispatch Operations
01.2012 - 01.2014
Lance Corporal Leadership Seminar - undefined
Training and Education Command
General Diploma - undefined
South Fork High School
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Midland College
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Midland College
Corporals Course -
Marine Corps University Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Academy