Paul Cotter III
Spencer,MA
Summary
Adept at leading and mentoring, I leveraged my extensive training in rescue operations and emergency management at Worcester Fire Department to enhance team efficiency and safety. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude. As a former USMC Squad Leader, I excel in high-pressure environments, showcasing unparalleled decision-making skills and a robust portfolio of technical certifications, including Structural Collapse and Dive Rescue Technician.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Fighter
Worcester Fire Department
Worcester, MA
03.2019 - Current
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- I have consistently participated in external training to expand my expertise in search and rescue, technical rescue, and dive rescue operations.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
USMC Camp Lejuene
Camp Lejeune North Carolina
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Served as Squad Leader for 2/2 Easy Company 1st Platoon.
- Served as Platoon Sergeant for 2/2 Easy Company HQ Platoon.
- Managed the deployment of over 400 Marines and Sailors and over $30 million worth of vehicles, weapons, optics, and equipment while deployed in the European Theatre.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School
Charlton, MA06-2006
Skills
- Fire Instructor 1 7/21/23
- Structural Collapse Technician 4/24/23
- Rope rescue Technician 5/26/23
- Trench Rescue Technician 9/23/22
- Confined Space Technician 5/20/22
- Dive Rescue Technician 9/18/22
- Elevator Rescue Technician 12/23
- Surface Ice Rescue Technician 2/1/23
- Vehicle Extrication 8/11/24
- Advanced RIT 11/24/24
- Hazmat Operational Level 5/22/24
Accomplishments
- Selected as a member of the Worcester Fire Department's Technical Rescue Team in October 2020.
- Joined the Worcester Fire Department Dive Team in December 2022.
- Permanently assigned to Worcester Fire Departments Rescue 1 in September 2023
Timeline
Fire Fighter
Worcester Fire Department
03.2019 - Current
0311 Infantry Rifleman
USMC Camp Lejuene
01.2015 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School