Ruben Gomez
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Firefighter / EMT-B with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Firefighter position. Currently volunteering / working with the Central Community Volunteer Fire Department and working weekends for my family at Neza Stone. Bilingual, organized, and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Central Community Volunteer Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
- Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
- Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
- Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
Quarry Operator
Neza Stone
05.2017 - 05.2024
- Reduced equipment downtime through preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Streamlined communication between team members, resulting in improved workflow efficiency.
- Observed hand signals, grade stakes and other markings when operating machines.
- Managed heavy equipment operation for optimal extraction of raw materials from the quarry site.
- Increased safety awareness with regular toolbox talks and safety meetings.
Education
FF1, FF2, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations -
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX05.2024
EMT-B Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Possum Kingdom EMS Education
Possum Kingdom, TX05.2023
No Degree - Architecture
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX2022
Associate of Arts -
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX05.2020
High School Diploma -
Weatherford High School
Weatherford, TX06.2018
Skills
- Vehicle extrication
- Fire prevention
- Fire suppression
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Fire Safety
- Apparatus inspection
- Team Collaboration
Certification
FF1, FF2, HAZMAT Awareness & Operations, EMT-B
Hobbies include karate (black belt), horseback riding, and soccer
I have been a black belt in karate for 4 years, and enjoy guest instructor duties and helping with belt test events. I also enjoy working family animals (horses, cattle, pigs, chickens). I regularly attend soccer club sports at Game-On and I am a goalie for my team. I also enjoy attending weekly church services and spending time with my family.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Central Community Volunteer Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
Quarry Operator
Neza Stone
05.2017 - 05.2024
FF1, FF2, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations -
Weatherford College
EMT-B Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Possum Kingdom EMS Education
No Degree - Architecture
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Arts -
Weatherford College
High School Diploma -
Weatherford High School
FF1, FF2, HAZMAT Awareness & Operations, EMT-B
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