Riddick Phillips
Columbus,GA
Summary
Physically fit and highly motivated recent high school graduate seeking an entry-level firefighter position. Proven strength and endurance from heavy manual labor, combined with strong teamwork skills and a deep commitment to protecting lives and serving the community. Eager to bring reliability, quick learning ability, and dedication to Beulah Fire Department while completing required training.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Piano Mover
Fortson's Forte
Fortson, GA
10.2024 - Current
- Regularly lifted, transported, and maneuvered pianos and heavy equipment weighing 300–800+ lbs, demonstrating exceptional physical strength, stamina, and safe lifting techniques essential for firefighting tasks like carrying victims, tools, and hoses.
- Worked in tight spaces and awkward positions, requiring spatial awareness, balance, and careful navigation — skills directly transferable to search & rescue and ladder operations.
- Collaborated with teams of 2–5 movers to coordinate safe, efficient jobs under time pressure and varying conditions (e.g., stairs, inclines, weather), building strong teamwork and communication abilities.
- Maintained equipment and vehicles daily, ensuring reliability and preventing accidents — mirroring firefighter emphasis on apparatus readiness and safety checks.
- Delivered consistent, reliable performance in physically demanding environments, often working long shifts with minimal breaks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wynnbrook Christian Co-Op
Columbus, GA05-2025
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Columbus Technical College
Columbus, Georgia, GASkills
- Exceptional Physical Fitness & Endurance
- Heavy Lifting & Manual Labor (300 lbs regularly)
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Spatial Awareness & Problem-Solving
- Reliable & Dependable Under Pressure
- Quick Learner & Adaptable
- Mechanical Aptitude / Equipment Maintenance
- Strong Work Ethic & Discipline
Accomplishments
3.8 GPA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Piano Mover
Fortson's Forte
10.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Wynnbrook Christian Co-Op
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Columbus Technical College