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Pamela Thomas

Franklinton,LA

Summary

I am Pamela Cotton Thomas, 60 years old, from Franklinton Louisiana. I am married to retired Firefighter of 26 years, Tommy Thomas. I own Heavenly Cakes Bakery in the "Old Thomas Grocery " store in Thomas Louisiana. I currently live right outside of city limits of Franklinton, but recently purchased land on Wayne Nobles road,which is connected to Magee Cemetery road. In the next 6 months, we will be residents of Thomas, Louisiana. I was raised on Nobles Cemetery road, then later moved to Franklinton. I raised my kids on HWY 1070, in Pine. Beings I have lived in many different parts of this parish, I can name every back road off the tip of my tongue. I am familiar with the 911 address layout of this area as well. I firmly believe my experience and training would be an asset to the community and department of District 3.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Shop Owner

Self-employed
Franklinton, LA
01.1990 - Current
  • Implemented marketing and promotional strategies to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
  • Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
  • Used Point of Sale register system to complete transactions.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling employee shifts, preparing payrolls and managing customer complaints.
  • Managed daily operations, client relations and IT.
  • Analyzed financial records such as income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports.
  • Managed budgeting activities such as forecasting costs, setting prices and controlling expenses.
  • Adhered to safety protocols to minimize mishaps and accidents with baking equipment.
  • Designed appealing product displays to maintain unique presentation.
  • Stocked shelves with freshly-baked goods throughout the day as needed.

Volunteer Firefighter

Franklinton Fire Department
Franklinton, LA
01.2011 - 02.2012
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
  • Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
  • Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
  • Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.

Volunteer Firefighter

Washington Parish Fire District #4
Pine, LA
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
  • Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
  • Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
  • Advised homeowners on methods for preventing house fires through proper storage of flammable materials and use of extinguishers.
  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
  • Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
  • Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
  • Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
  • Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
  • Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
  • Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
  • Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
  • Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.

Education

CNA - Nursing

Delta Community College
Covington, LA
05-1985

Cosmetologist -

Southeastern Beauty College
Hammond, LA
05-1983

High School Diploma -

Franklinton High School
Franklinton, LA
05-1982

Skills

  • Nov 17, 2007 River Country Rescue Vehicle Extrication & Rescue
  • Feb 18, 2009 FEMA IS-00100a
  • Feb 23, 2009 FEMA IS-00200a
  • March 14, 2009 Agri Medic
  • July 18, 2009 LSU Traffic Incident Management\
  • Aug 17,2009 FEMA IS-00700a
  • Aug 25,2009 FEMA IS-00800b
  • Sept 13-18, 2009 FEMA Presenting Effective Public ED Programs
  • Feb 4, 2010 LSU FF PPE
  • Aug 8,2010 LSU New Vehicle Design Awareness
  • Aug 27,2010 LSU New Vehicle Design Awareness
  • June 11,2011 LSU FF Safety & Health
  • Nov 12-13,2011 FEMA Training Operations in small dept
  • Dec 31,2011 American Red Cross CPR Instructor
  • March 31, 2012 Water Shuttle Practice
  • March 31,2012 Live Houser Burning Training
  • May 12,2012 LSU Haz Materials/WMD Awareness
  • May 16,2012 LSU Basic Fire ground search & rescue
  • July 18,2012 LSU Haz/MD Operations
  • July 18,2012 LSU Haz Materials/ WMD Operations
  • **Aug 15,2012 FEMA National Fire Academy Fire Prevention for First Responders & small departments Emmitsburg, Maryland
  • *Sept 18,2012 LSU Firefighter 1
  • Nov 17, 2012 Pump Operations/Pump Testing
  • Jan 03,2013 LA Board of Ethics
  • Jan 19,2013 VFIS Emergency Vehicle Driver Training Participant Level
  • March 11,2013 VFIS Harassment & Discrimination Prevention Training
  • March 16 LSU NFPA 1403

Timeline

Volunteer Firefighter

Franklinton Fire Department
01.2011 - 02.2012

Volunteer Firefighter

Washington Parish Fire District #4
01.2007 - 01.2011

Shop Owner

Self-employed
01.1990 - Current

CNA - Nursing

Delta Community College

Cosmetologist -

Southeastern Beauty College

High School Diploma -

Franklinton High School

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