Morgan Merritt
Broxton,GA
Summary
Dedicated firefighter with a proven track record at City of Douglas, adept in emergency scene management and structural firefighting. Excelled in life-saving procedures, leadership, and fostering teamwork. Skilled in operating firefighting apparatus and equipment maintenance, demonstrating resilience and technical proficiency. Achieved significant mitigation of property damage and loss of life through strategic execution and collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
City of Douglas
03.2014 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
Education
Associate of Science -
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GA06.2026
High School Diploma -
Coffee County High School
Douglas, GA05.2011
Skills
- Structural Firefighting
- First Aid Certified
- Fire Safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Emergency Scene Management
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
- Search and Rescue Techniques
- Radio Communication Proficiency
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Fire pump operation
- Fire Hose Deployment
- Fireground Communications
- Apparatus inspection
- Public Education
- Forcible entry techniques
- Fire Hydrant Operation
- Fire Apparatus Operation
Certification
- Firefighter I & II
- Instructor I
- Rope Rescue Technician
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Hazmat Technician
Timeline
Firefighter
City of Douglas
03.2014 - Current
Associate of Science -
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
High School Diploma -
Coffee County High School
- Firefighter I & II
- Instructor I
- Rope Rescue Technician
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Hazmat Technician
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