Patrick Pelz
Monticello,IL
Summary
Seasoned Fire Lieutenant with a robust background in structural firefighting and leadership, honed at Monticello Fire Department. Excelled in enhancing trainee skills, ensuring equipment readiness, and leading high-stakes operations. Demonstrates expertise in vehicle extrication and effective team supervision, significantly improving safety and operational efficiency. Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 6 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stoker
Illinois Fire Service Institute
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe training environment by enforcing safety protocols during all practical exercises.
- Improved firefighting skills of trainees by incorporating hands-on activities and demonstrations in lesson plans.
- Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
Farm Hand
Carroll Farms
10.2021 - Current
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Fire Lieutenant
Monticello Fire Department
02.2018 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Collaborated with other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monticello High School
Monticello, IL05.2000
Skills
- Structural Firefighting
- First Aid Certified
- Medical Response
- Vehicle extrication
- Leadership and supervision
- Search and Rescue Techniques
- Radio Communication Proficiency
- Fire pump operation
- Fire Hose Deployment
- Fireground Communications
- Apparatus inspection
- Fire prevention
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Certification
- Vehicle and Machinery Operations, IFSI - 04/2024
- Emergency Medical Responder, Kirby Medical Center - 05/2023
- Advanced Technician Firefighter, IFSI - 02/2023
- Fire Service Instructor 1, IFSI - 12/2021
- Basic Operations Firefighter, IFSI - 05/2021
- Fire Service Vehicle Operator, IFSI - 05/2021
- Hazardous Materials First Responder - Operations, IFSI - 05/2021
Timeline
Stoker
Illinois Fire Service Institute
03.2023 - Current
Farm Hand
Carroll Farms
10.2021 - Current
Fire Lieutenant
Monticello Fire Department
02.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Monticello High School
- Vehicle and Machinery Operations, IFSI - 04/2024
- Emergency Medical Responder, Kirby Medical Center - 05/2023
- Advanced Technician Firefighter, IFSI - 02/2023
- Fire Service Instructor 1, IFSI - 12/2021
- Basic Operations Firefighter, IFSI - 05/2021
- Fire Service Vehicle Operator, IFSI - 05/2021
- Hazardous Materials First Responder - Operations, IFSI - 05/2021
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