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Randy Kellar

Vienna,OH

Summary

Adept in fire suppression and emergency response, I leveraged my skills in apparatus inspection and public safety at Brookfield Fire Department, enhancing team efficiency by 30%. My ability to maintain composure under pressure and coordinate with emergency personnel underscores my commitment to public assistance and safety.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer Firefighter

Brookfield Fire Department
Brookfield, OH
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
  • Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
  • Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
  • Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
  • Provided support during hazardous material incidents, including cleaning up spills and containing the area.
  • Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
  • Advised homeowners on methods for preventing house fires through proper storage of flammable materials and use of extinguishers.
  • Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
  • Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
  • Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
  • Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
  • Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.

Volunteer Firefighter

Fowler Fire Dept
Fowler, OH
07.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
  • Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
  • Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
  • Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
  • Provided support during hazardous material incidents, including cleaning up spills and containing the area.
  • Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.

Tow Truck Driver

Doug's Towing & Recovery
Morgantown, WV
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted with the loading and unloading of vehicles onto tow truck.
  • Maintained accurate records of all towing activities.
  • Performed vehicle inspections prior to towing.
  • Provided roadside assistance services such as jump starts, tire changes, and fuel delivery.
  • Transported vehicles from accident scenes to repair shops or storage lots.
  • Inspected tow trucks before and after use for mechanical issues or damage.
  • Checked chains, cables, straps, and winches for proper operation and safety purposes.
  • Patrolled assigned areas in search of disabled vehicles requiring service.
  • Repaired broken down vehicles on the side of the road when needed.
  • Utilized radios or telephones to communicate with dispatch personnel regarding job details.
  • Communicated effectively with customers to assess their needs and provide appropriate solutions.

Tow Truck Driver

Copart
Ellwood City, PA
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assisted with the loading and unloading of vehicles onto tow truck.
  • Maintained accurate records of all towing activities.
  • Performed vehicle inspections prior to towing.
  • Inspected tow trucks before and after use for mechanical issues or damage.

Emergency Dispatcher

East Cleveland Police Department
East Cleveland, OH
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Received and evaluated emergency calls from the public; determined the nature of the call and provided necessary instructions.
  • Monitored multiple radio frequencies, maintained contact with police officers in the field and dispatched appropriate personnel to respond to situations.
  • Maintained accurate records of all incoming calls, including time received, caller's name and address, type of incident reported, response units dispatched and other pertinent information.
  • Provided medical instruction over the telephone while awaiting paramedics or ambulance arrival.
  • Coordinated resources between responding agencies during multi-agency incidents.
  • Communicated with police officers via two-way radios to provide updates on suspect location or vehicle description when necessary.
  • Utilized mapping systems to determine locations for responding personnel; tracked unit status in order to ensure timely response times.
  • Provided support services such as locating alternate transportation for stranded motorists and coordinating tow truck services for disabled vehicles.
  • Notified supervisors of any irregularities or problems encountered during shift operations.
  • Interpreted complex data quickly in order to assess situations accurately and respond appropriately.
  • Operated a variety of communication equipment such as computers, telephones, radios and other related technology.
  • Assisted callers by providing pre-arrival instructions until help arrived at scene.
  • Conducted follow-up calls with individuals who had previously requested assistance.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing reports, entering data into computer system and maintaining logs.

Volunteer Firefighter

Mecca Vol Fire Dept
Cortland, OH
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
  • Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
  • Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
  • Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
  • Provided support during hazardous material incidents, including cleaning up spills and containing the area.
  • Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
  • Maintained records of incident reports, vehicle maintenance logs and call logs.
  • Conducted public education programs about fire safety topics, such as smoke alarms and home escape plans.

Driver

Mon Ems
Morgantown, WV
03.2022 - 05.2022

Education

High School Diploma -

Maplewood
Cortland, OH
06-2001

Skills

  • Apparatus inspection
  • Hazard management
  • Ladder operation
  • Firefighting activities
  • Rescue equipment proficiency
  • Secure zone transportation
  • Fire suppression tools operations
  • Alarm response
  • Fire suppression tactics
  • Rescue equipment use
  • Hose connections
  • Fire pump operation
  • Public assistance and support
  • Apparatus maintenance
  • Ladder rescue
  • Fire suppression work
  • Fire equipment use
  • Fire suppression
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Firefighting
  • Fire department procedures
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Fire department maintenance
  • Facility and equipment maintenance
  • Dispatch
  • Fire management
  • Fire prevention
  • Public safety and security
  • Medical equipment usage

Certification

  • Firefighter One from Ohio Pro Board
  • CPR/AED

Timeline

Volunteer Firefighter

Brookfield Fire Department
08.2024 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Fowler Fire Dept
07.2024 - Current

Tow Truck Driver

Doug's Towing & Recovery
05.2024 - 08.2024

Tow Truck Driver

Copart
03.2024 - 06.2024

Emergency Dispatcher

East Cleveland Police Department
03.2024 - 06.2024

Driver

Mon Ems
03.2022 - 05.2022

Volunteer Firefighter

Mecca Vol Fire Dept
12.2021 - 12.2022

High School Diploma -

Maplewood

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