Nicholas Brown
Northport,AL
Summary
Experienced with emergency response and rescue operations. Utilizes critical thinking and quick decision-making to ensure safety and efficiency. Track record of effective teamwork and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Northport Fire Rescue
04.2021 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering advanced level CPR and following Paramedic guidelines.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Awarded Firefighter of the year in 2023
Firefighter
Demopolis Fire Rescue
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Assessed nature and extent of fire, condition of buildings, danger to adjacent buildings and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.
- Ensured that hoses were laid out and properly connected to fire hydrants for fire suppression.
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and helped prevent escalations of emergencies
- Responded directly to approximately 291 emergency situations in 2019.
- Checked all equipment, including hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Maintained tools and fire vehicles to ensure rapid response capability.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Awarded Firefighter of the year by Demopolis Fire Department in 2019.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Automotive Systems Technical Program
North American On-Site
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate the source of malfunctions.
- Troubleshot faults and devised successful solutions in a self-directed manner.
- Pursued frequent opportunities to further enhance maintenance and repair skills.
- Positioned and aligned components to complete accurate assembly work.
- Inspected finished parts and components for quality assurance and to uncover any final issues.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment.
- Maintained work areas organized and neat, which enabled swift cleanup following each shift.
- Maintained clean work area by removing refuse and debris and organized all tools after completion of each shift.
- Reviewed project specifications and other documentation prior to job start to fully understand all tasks and required completion times.
Education
Highschool
Tuscaloosa County High School
Northport, ALAutomotive Technology
University of West Alabama
Livingston, ALParamedic -
Herzing University
Birmingham, ALSkills
- Fire suppression tactics
- Conditions assessment
- Verbal communication
- Incident safety
- Team building
- Cleaning and organization
- Documentation ability
- Advanced medical knowledge
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Ladder operation
- Problem-solving abilities
Accomplishments
- Firefighter of the year in 2019
- Firefighter of the year in 2023
Certification
Fire Fighter 1
Fire Fighter 2
Rapid Intervention Teams
Hazardous Materials Awareness And Operations
Apparatus Operator: Pumper
FEMA Apparatus Operator - Pumper
Hazardous Materials/WMD - Technician
Propane Emergencies
Emergency Medical Technician
Paramedic
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Northport Fire Rescue
04.2021 - Current
Firefighter
Demopolis Fire Rescue
08.2019 - 04.2021
Automotive Systems Technical Program
North American On-Site
05.2017 - 05.2018
Automotive Technology
University of West Alabama
Fire Fighter 1
Fire Fighter 2
Rapid Intervention Teams
Hazardous Materials Awareness And Operations
Apparatus Operator: Pumper
FEMA Apparatus Operator - Pumper
Hazardous Materials/WMD - Technician
Propane Emergencies
Emergency Medical Technician
Paramedic
Highschool
Tuscaloosa County High School
Paramedic -
Herzing University
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