Patrick Tongel
Muse,PA
Summary
I would appreciate being considered for the position of battalion chief of station 28-2. I have been a firefighter in Cecil township for 26+ years. I have a very good wealth of knowledge and an understanding of the seriousness that this position holds. I know very well the resources that are offered from our mutual aid departments as well as having good relationships with mutual aid leadership. I aspire to get my firefighter 2, instructor 1, and officer 1 in the next year to year and a half. I start my EMT training on January 6th 2026.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Firefighter
Cecil Township Volunteer Fire Company #2
Muse, Pennsylvania
07.1999 - Current
- Participated in training exercises to enhance firefighting techniques and teamwork skills.
- Assisted in community outreach programs to educate residents about fire safety practices.
- Operated fire vehicles and maintained readiness for rapid deployment during emergencies.
- Provided first aid and CPR assistance to injured individuals at emergency scenes.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
Assistant Chief
Cecil Township Volunteer Fire Company #2
Muse, PA
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in training new volunteers on firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
- Coordinated response efforts during emergency calls with team members and equipment.
- Organized training sessions to enhance skills in fire prevention and emergency response procedures.
- Work with other officers of the department to help train and recruit firefighters.
- In the absence of the chief take command of multiple types of emergency situations.
Fire Captain
Cecil Township Volunteer Fire Company #2
Muse, Pennsylvania
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Supervised emergency response operations during fire incidents and rescue missions.
- Trained and mentored junior firefighters in safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to ensure operational readiness of firefighting tools.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Provided leadership and guidance to assigned crew members during drills, exercises, and real-world operations.
- Participated in public outreach events designed to educate citizens about fire safety best practices.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- In the absence of the chief or assistant chief I took command of multiple types of emergency situations
Education
Old Orchard Beach Highschool
Old Orchard Beach, MESkills
Essentials of firefighting
Bvr tech
Rope 1
Rope 2
Evoc
Firefighter 1
BLS CPR
CPR/AED certified
Aerial ops
Pump 1
Hazmat ops
Structural burn
Engine company boot camp
Fire dynamics/flashover
Blue card
Engine company operations
Dayton crash course
Dayton crash course heavy rescue
Dayton crash course electric vehicles
Firefighter survival
Timeline
Assistant Chief
Cecil Township Volunteer Fire Company #2
01.2024 - 06.2025
Fire Captain
Cecil Township Volunteer Fire Company #2
01.2020 - 01.2024
Firefighter
Cecil Township Volunteer Fire Company #2
07.1999 - Current
Old Orchard Beach Highschool