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Ryan Higgins

West Yarmouth

Summary

Confident Firefighter/Paramedic works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and experience in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully. Innovative problem solver with high initiative and leadership qualities. Self-motivated creative founder of Cape Cod Brew Bus, providing a creative and innovative experience and transportation solution for brewery tours.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter Paramedic

Town of Mashpee Fire Department
12.2013 - Current
  • Functioned as a designated Supervisor, assuming supervisory responsibilities and coordinating emergency response efforts.
  • Lead numerous high-priority medical emergencies, providing critical care and ensuring patient safety.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership and decision-making skills in fast-paced and challenging situations.
  • Maintained a thorough understanding of Cape Cod's geography, incident command system, and emergency medical system.

Founder/CEO

Cape Cod Brew Bus
01.2019 - 09.2023
  • Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain business growth.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Functioned as tour bus driver and tour guide on private and public charters.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cape Cod Regional Technical High School
Harwich, MA

Fire Science/EMS

Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA

Response To Bombing Incidents

New Mexico Tech
Socorro, NM
11-2024

Emergency Medical Services Incident Operations

National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MD
03-2024

Skills

  • Fire suppression strategy/tactics
  • Thorough understanding of Barnstable County Incident Command System
  • Fire suppression/rescue equipment use and maintenance
  • Advanced Life Support/Emergency Medical Care
  • Ambulance operations
  • Interpersonal and Leadership
  • Ice rescue operations
  • Command and control of emergency fire/EMS incidents
  • Boating Operations

Certification

  • Pro-Board Firefighter 1/2
  • Pro-Board Hazardous Materials - Operations
  • Fire Officer 1
  • EMT-Paramedic
  • ACLS
  • CPR
  • Ice Rescue Technician
  • Ice Rescue Instructor
  • EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
  • Wildlands Firefighting S-130
  • Wildlands Fire Behavior S-190

Interests

Falconry, Homebrewing, Martial Arts, Boatwright Carpentry, Fishing, Hiking, Boating, Ice Hockey

Timeline

Founder/CEO

Cape Cod Brew Bus
01.2019 - 09.2023

Firefighter Paramedic

Town of Mashpee Fire Department
12.2013 - Current

High School Diploma -

Cape Cod Regional Technical High School

Fire Science/EMS

Cape Cod Community College

Response To Bombing Incidents

New Mexico Tech

Emergency Medical Services Incident Operations

National Fire Academy
Ryan Higgins