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Paul Vance

Paul Vance

Summary

Focused Firefighter trained in cleaning and decontaminating sites and materials. Offers solid Firefighter/ Hazmat experience and skills in handling spills, equipment washes and environmental cleanup. Coordinates removal and transport for hazardous materials of different profiles and quantities.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter

City Of Shepherdsville
Shepherdsville, KY
06.2010 - Current
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
  • Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
  • Trained in confined space, high angle rescue, swift water rescue
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness
  • Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries

Manager and Hazmat Technician

TPM Group
Louisville Ky
03.2021 - Current
  • Recorded numbers of containers stored at disposal sites, specifying amounts or types of equipment or waste disposed.
  • Collected and disposed of hazardous waste produced in businesses across [Ky and surrounding states].
  • Maintained inspection-ready manifest documentation for review by supervisor.
  • Cleaned up biohazards and industrial waste by carefully following optimal safety protocols.
  • Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
  • Managed crews of up to 10 technicians at emergency spills
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits

Firefighter

City Of Bardstown
Bardstown, KY
01.2007 - 05.2020
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
  • Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
  • Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques
  • 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

Maintenance Electrician

Barton Brands Distillery
Bardstown, KY
01.2000 - 06.2010
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
  • Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
  • Automated production lines to increase speed and accuracy
  • Built and programmed automation automation controls and cabinets
  • Maintained all aspects of electrical power from 12vdc upto 480 vac

Military Police Officer

United States Airforce
Lackland AFB San Antonio
05.1986 - 01.1987
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Documented and organized security information accurately and efficiently.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Iroquois High School
Louisville, KY

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Maintenance Technology

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
Elizabethtown, KY

Skills

  • High Angle Rope Rescue
  • Routine Maintenance
  • Emergency Response
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Hazardous Materials Removal
  • Swiftwater Rescue
  • Tank Cleaning
  • Accident Investigations
  • Site Remediation
  • Hazardous Materials

Timeline

Manager and Hazmat Technician

TPM Group
03.2021 - Current

Firefighter

City Of Shepherdsville
06.2010 - Current

Firefighter

City Of Bardstown
01.2007 - 05.2020

Maintenance Electrician

Barton Brands Distillery
01.2000 - 06.2010

Military Police Officer

United States Airforce
05.1986 - 01.1987

High School Diploma -

Iroquois High School

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Maintenance Technology

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
Paul Vance
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