With years of experience as an EMT, industrial fire service provider, instructor, business owner, and mentor, the skills as a team leader have been finely honed. Effective communication is at the core of my leadership style, fostering teamwork, motivation, and a commitment to safe work practices. By leveraging teaching methods and experience, colleagues are empowered to enhance their knowledge and skills. Exceptional planning and organizational abilities, coupled with adaptability, enable efficient achievement of goals and objectives set by employers. Sound judgment and decision-making skills drive leadership successes.
Hi, I’m
Neri Garcia
Home Builder / Emergency Response Managment
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
8
Home Building
Work History
DELUX INVESTMENT GROUP, LLC / DELUX HOMESCorpus Christi, Aransas Pass , Texas
Home Builder/Residential Remodeler (Owner)
01.2015 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Coordinated permits and inspections with local authorities to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations
- Supervised construction crews efficiently, providing guidance when necessary to maintain a productive work environment
- Worked closely with architects, engineers, permitting and inspection departments
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications for numbers needed to complete job.
- Kept detailed track of daily progress and productivity and analyzed data to identify and correct any holdups
- Ensure subcontractors maintain quality standards throughout project Analyze problems and make decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications and costs
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives
- Kept team members safe job and sites free of hazards maintaining good organizational skills at all stages.
- relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing for materials while maintaining quality standards.
- Responsible for building cost and managing budgets.
- Implemented cost-saving measures during construction phases without compromising structural integrity or aesthetic appeal of homes.
- Contributed to the development of detailed budgets and proposals for prospective clients based on individual needs assessment.
CALPINE ENERGY CENTERCorpus Christi, TX
Power Plant Operator
08.2015 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Monitor the status of all power plant equipment
- Responsible for running and maintaining water treatment plant
- Lab Tech testing for silica, calcium, PO4, PH, conductivity, chlorine and molybdate
- Responsible for water treatment and cooling tower chemical off loads
- A good understanding of gas and steam power turbines
- Responsible for writing up all maintenance issues
- Monitor air quality throughout the plant to assure a IDLH free atmosphere
- Lead on the LOTO crew during plant outages
- I conduct safety walk downs with contractors before they start any work
- Responsible for contractor’s onsite safety training and testing.
REFINERY TERMINAL FIRE CO. (RTFC)
Sr. Captain
08.2013 - 12.2014
Job overview
- Managed and organized the build of this specialized department from the ground up
- Monthly scheduling
- Coordinate daily work tasks
- Supervise activities on emergency scene
- Order replacement equipment and schedule repairs
- Conduct monthly audits on fire protection equipment
- Work with plant operations, safety and emergency management personnel
- Responsible for training in plant personnel on fire protection equipment and emergency related issues
- Trained
- Assist Division and in plant Fire Chiefs on monthly projects
- Division Chief step-up
- Conduct Firefighter I and II duties as needed.
REFINERY TERMINAL FIRE CO. (RTFC)
Firefighter II Driver Operator
2011 - 2013 (2 years)
Job overview
- Responsible for training and further educating all new and Sr Firefighters
- Getting qualified Firefighters trained and educated for career advancement
- Drive and/or operate various kinds of apparatuses such as pumpers and place apparatus at its proper location near the fire
- Operate pumping engine so that the water pressure in the hose and the nozzle is maintained for the most efficient operation of the hose line
- Inspect pumping engine during operation to insure that working parts are operating efficiently
- Inspecting fire protection equipment (Sprinkler Systems, Deluge Systems, Extinguishers, Fire Hose, Safety Showers, Hose Reels, Emergency Lights, Hydrants and Block valves) Order and Fix deficiencies on fire protection equipment
- Update inspection paperwork on safety equipment and have it ready for Audits
- Responsible for conducting rescue preplan on all jobs that may have an IDLH atmosphere
- Lead on daily safety meetings
- Responsible for monitoring hazardous areas (equipment Used: MSA, Area Rae’s, Ultra Rae’s)
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to effectively manage hazardous materials incidents, minimizing environmental impact.
REFINERY TERMINAL FIRE CO. (RTFC)
Sr. Firefighter I / EMT-B
Job overview
- Respond to all emergency calls on an assigned shift
- Instructor of structure, process firefighting, and basic to advanced rescue
- Lay hose lines and nozzles in order to connect, hold nozzles, operate a water pressure pump, foam lines, extinguishers, rope lines, hooks, foam proportioning systems, adapters and other emergency equipment as necessary
- Raise and climb ladders, make openings in facilities for ventilation to dissipate smoke and gasses, make openings in walls and other structures to facilitate effective firefighting
- Perform first-aid and other emergency medical services
- Perform firefighting and rescue work above ground level at undetermined heights
- Clean, maintain and assist in repairing fire protection and rescue equipment
- Work and test sprinkler and deluge systems
- Maintenance all fire water systems and fixed monitors.
RELIABLE AMBULANCE
Lead Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Job overview
- Provided care and safe transport of emergent and non-emergent medical and trauma patients.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Enhanced equipment readiness by rigorously inspecting, maintaining, and restocking ambulance supplies and tools as needed.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities while serving as lead EMT during designated shifts or special events requiring additional responsibilities beyond primary duties.
- Upheld high-quality service standards by consistently meeting or exceeding performance evaluation benchmarks set forth by management.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and fire department personnel to secure accident scenes, enhancing operational safety for all involved.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
Education
Del Mar CollegeCorpus Christi, TX
Fire Science
01.2002
University Overview
Del Mar CollegeCorpus Christi, TX
Emergency Medical Technician
01.2001
University Overview
Richard King High SchoolCorpus Christi, TX
High School Diploma
01.1997
University Overview
Skills
- Through my years of experience as an EMT, industrial fire service provider, instructor, business owner and mentor, I have developed the necessary skills to perform the duties required of a highly effective team leader I am able to communicate in a way that produces teamwork, motivation, and safe work practices My teaching methods and experience enable me to help my coworkers further develop their knowledge and skills My excellent planning and organizational skills, as well as my adaptability, help me to efficiently reach the goals and objectives of my employers Sound judgment and decision-making skills have been essential to my leadership successes
Training / Certifactions
Training / Certifactions
- Water-Based Fire Protection Systems NFPA25 CHUBB Service Corporation Newark, NJ)
- National Spill Control School Texas A&M Corpus Christi, Tx
- Landscape Irrigation Training Texas A&M College Station Course Location Friendswood, Tx
- Confined Space and Rope Rescue Technician RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Hazardous Materials Technician Del Mar College and RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Emergency Medical Technician Del Mar College Corpus Christi, Tx (2001-2017)
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) W / HAZ-MAT Endorsement Corpus Christi, Tx(2005-2016)
- Marine and Dock Facility Fire Fighting Course RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Incident Command training RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Trench Rescue Training RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Emergency Vehicle Drive Training RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Methods of Instructions RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Incident Command System (ICS) training RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Advanced Pumps and Hydraulics training RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Senior Fire Officer Command Systems Course RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- ROCO Advanced Rescue Course RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Foam Systems Operations and Maintenance Course RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- NFPA 1081 Standard For Industrial Fire Brigade Member Professional Qualifications Compliance Course
- NIMS Training RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- FEMA IS100, IS200, ICS300, ICS400, IS700,IS800 RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- International Sr. Fire Officers Command Systems Course RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Captains Roles and Responsibilities Course RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
- Fire Ground Safety Officer Training RTFC Training Academy Corpus Christi, Tx
Timeline
Power Plant Operator
CALPINE ENERGY CENTER
08.2015 - 08.2021
Home Builder/Residential Remodeler (Owner)
DELUX INVESTMENT GROUP, LLC / DELUX HOMES
01.2015 - 03.2023
Sr. Captain
REFINERY TERMINAL FIRE CO. (RTFC)
08.2013 - 12.2014
Del Mar College
Fire Science
Del Mar College
Emergency Medical Technician
Richard King High School
High School Diploma
Firefighter II Driver Operator
REFINERY TERMINAL FIRE CO. (RTFC)
2011 - 2013 (2 years)
Sr. Firefighter I / EMT-B
REFINERY TERMINAL FIRE CO. (RTFC)
Lead Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
RELIABLE AMBULANCE
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