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Paul Rice

Zion,IL

Summary

Communicative Firefighter and Paramedic for 22 years. Known for first-rate mechanical aptitude and great integrity. Dependable individual dedicated to enhancing quality of life for citizens and fellow firefighters through productive, safe services. Expertise in providing emergency rescue, performing fire suppression techniques and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment. Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of Waukegan
05.2003 - Current
  • 22 years of supporting emergency medical services as a state certified firefighter and advanced paramedic.
  • Certified Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF)
  • Fire service hose testing, perform and record pressures, friction loss and flow rates.
  • Equipment preventive maintenance, test certifications and documentations
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Equipment operator fire service equipment, fire engine, ladder trucks, and special rescue apparatus
  • Responsible for emergency response to fire suppression, life rescue, hazardous materials, and medical care.

CDL Truck Driver

Sagan Machine Movers
04.1993 - 05.2002
  • Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.

Machine Gunner

United States Marine Corps
02.1989 - 02.1993
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in different shooting positions.
  • Worked hard to build and maintain level of physical fitness required to carry and position weapons and ammunition.
  • Practiced clock and gun drills to maintain optimum skills.
  • Conducted patrols over different types of terrain.
  • Monitored and reported enemy activity to command center.
  • Utilized advanced combat tactics to maintain safety during engagements.
  • Established defensive positions during hostile engagements.
  • Deployed countermeasures to repel enemy assaults.
  • Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.

Education

State Certification - Paramedicine

Metrocrest Medical Services
Addison, Tx
2001

State Certification - Fire Science

HAZCO Fire Academy
Sherman, Tx
1998

Associate of Science - Jewelery Technology

Paris Junior College
Paris, Tx

Skills

  • Rescue Equipment Use
  • Emergency Response
  • Emergency Support
  • Conditions Assessment
  • Fire Containment
  • Fire Suppression Tools Operations
  • Medical Team Collaboration
  • Fire Control
  • Medical Response
  • Fire Response Rescue Direction
  • Mass Casualty Events
  • Burning Building Entry Tactics
  • First Aid Certified
  • Emergency Management
  • Emergency Medical Treatment
  • Fire Safety Regulations Knowledge
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Hazard Prevention
  • Fire Department Maintenance

Accomplishments

  • Paramedic of the year award 2004
  • Firefighter Commendation Award
  • Troy Glidewell Public Education Award
  • Outstanding Unit Citation
  • Life Saving Award

Timeline

Firefighter/Paramedic

City Of Waukegan
05.2003 - Current

CDL Truck Driver

Sagan Machine Movers
04.1993 - 05.2002

Machine Gunner

United States Marine Corps
02.1989 - 02.1993

State Certification - Paramedicine

Metrocrest Medical Services

State Certification - Fire Science

HAZCO Fire Academy

Associate of Science - Jewelery Technology

Paris Junior College

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