Nicholas Silva
Las Cruces
Summary
Seasoned Professional Firefighter and EMS Captain with a proven track record at Deming Fire Department and La Luz Fire Rescue. Excelled in leadership and supervision, significantly enhancing team efficiency and community safety through advanced firefighting tactics and emergency medical response. Skilled in public education and maintaining peak physical fitness, embodying teamwork and operational excellence. Trained countless firefighters and EMTs into the professionals they are today.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Firefighter
Deming Fire Department
06.2023 - Current
- Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
- Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions and drills to maintain optimal performance during emergencies.
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Supported fellow firefighters during high-pressure situations by maintaining clear communication channels and offering necessary guidance when needed.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a crew leader on multiple occasions, guiding team members to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
- Maintained operational readiness by conducting daily checks on firefighting equipment, ensuring all gear was in proper working order.
- Educated the public on fire prevention measures through presentations and demonstrations at local schools and community events.
- Engaged in physical fitness activities regularly to maintain peak performance levels required for emergency response situations.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Developed and conducted a training program for new firefighters, ranging from some experience to no experience.
EMS Captain
La Luz Fire Rescue
01.2018 - Current
- Maximized operational readiness by routinely assessing fleet maintenance requirements, ensuring timely repairs or replacements as needed.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to continuously monitor the performance of EMS personnel, identifying areas for improvement when necessary.
- Ensured proper documentation of all incidents, maintaining accurate records for future analysis and reporting purposes.
- Evaluated potential risks within the community to develop targeted prevention strategies and promote overall safety awareness.
- Developed and conducted training programs for both fire and EMS personnel to include basic firefighting and advanced firefighting tactics.
- Developed and maintained sufficient training records for EMS trainings.
- Ability to teach and relate to personnel to assist the individual in understanding the course material.
Education
High School Diploma -
Academy Del Sol
Alamogordo, NM05-2010
Skills
- Firefighting equipment operation
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Rope rescue techniques
- Fire service leadership
- Personal protective equipment
- Search and rescue techniques
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Forcible entry techniques
- Emergency medical response
- Public education programs
- Water supply management
- First aid and CPR
- Breathing apparatus use
- Leadership and supervision
Certification
- Firefighter I&II Certification (FF I&II) -IFSAC and Proboard
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - (ProBoard)and IFSAC
- Fire Service Instructor I. IFSAC and Proboard
Timeline
Professional Firefighter
Deming Fire Department
06.2023 - Current
EMS Captain
La Luz Fire Rescue
01.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Academy Del Sol
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