Michael Bennetts
Temecula,CA
Summary
Eager to find a a position where I can improve my USCG credentials and work with people on the water.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Los Angeles County Fire Department
Los Angeles County
02.2005 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Performed advanced lifesaving skills.
Police Officer/Boat Operations
Los Angeles County Office Of Public Safety
Castaic Lake, Ca
07.2000 - 02.2005
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Enforced and educated the public to local, state, and federal boating laws.
Lake Lifeguard
Los Angeles County Parks And Recreation
Castaic Lake, Ca
04.1996 - 07.2000
- Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
- Maintained rescue equipment by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs.
- Met regulatory compliance for staff members and led safety training to enhance lifesaving skills.
- Used CPR skills to assist rescued individuals until arrival of emergency services.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Operated rescue boat to effect rescues, patrol, and perform maintenance on buoys.
- Assisted in dive operations for recoverie.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Cal State Northridge
Northridge, CA06.2000
Skills
Licensed California Paramedic
PADI Rescue Diver
200dives
USCG Captains/Masters License
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Los Angeles County Fire Department
02.2005 - Current
Police Officer/Boat Operations
Los Angeles County Office Of Public Safety
07.2000 - 02.2005
Lake Lifeguard
Los Angeles County Parks And Recreation
04.1996 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Cal State Northridge