Scott Bidwell
Olyphant,PA
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Committed Firefighter offering 28 plus years of experience controlling, containing and extinguishing fires. Expertise in structural and high-rise fires and dispatch operations. Accomplished professional passionate about maintaining safety of local community and saving lives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FIREFIGHTER EMT
Carbondale Fire Department
Carbondale, Pennsylvania
06.2025 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring swift action during fire incidents and rescue operations.
- Conducted fire safety inspections in community buildings to identify hazards and promote prevention education.
- Collaborated with team members during emergency situations to enhance operational effectiveness and safety.
- Executed fire suppression tactics to control and extinguish fires, minimizing property damage and risk to life.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on firefighting equipment to ensure readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Utilized advanced firefighting tools and techniques to manage and mitigate hazardous situations effectively.
- Executed rescue operations during emergencies, providing critical assistance to individuals in distress.
- Monitored fire behavior and environmental conditions to make informed decisions during fire suppression efforts.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Trained new EMT personnel on emergency procedures and equipment usage.
Street Maintenance Worker
Borough of Dickson city
Dickson City, Pa
10.2019 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and storm drains.
- Applied asphalt patching material to repair potholes in roads.
- Performed minor mechanical repairs on equipment used in street maintenance projects.
- Removed debris from roadways.
- Operated snowplows in order to clear roads of snow accumulation.
- Assisted in the installation of sewer systems when necessary.
- Inspected roads for potholes and other maintenance issues.
- Installed traffic signs, signals, and guardrails as needed.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with required materials for assigned tasks.
- Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
- Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
Fire Captain
Eagle hose company #1
Dickson City, PA
12.2016 - 06.2024
- Responded to emergency calls and managed the on-site operations of medical, hazardous materials, and rescue incidents.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Provided leadership and guidance to assigned crew members during drills, exercises, and real-world operations.
- Maintained records of all fire-related activities including incident reports, maintenance logs, and training documents.
- Participated in public outreach events designed to educate citizens about fire safety best practices.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
EMT-B
Pennsylvania Ambulance
Scranton, Pennsylvania
03.2005 - 01.2019
- Performed patient assessments to determine medical needs and urgency during emergency situations.
- Maintained emergency equipment in optimal condition through regular inspections and servicing.
- Monitored vital signs continuously to assess patient status and identify potential complications.
- Developed effective communication strategies with patients to alleviate anxiety during transport.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring swift and effective medical response.
- Utilized advanced life support techniques when necessary to stabilize patients in critical condition.
- Assisted in triaging patients to prioritize treatment based on severity of conditions.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections prior to shift start to ensure operational readiness.
- Provided pre-hospital care services such as administering oxygen therapy or cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Maintained current knowledge of state EMS regulations and protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information according to HIPAA requirements.
- Performed patient assessments for injuries or illnesses and provided appropriate treatment based on findings.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
- Worked closely with local law enforcement agencies in responding to high-risk incidents.
- Communicated effectively with patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Provided basic life support such as CPR, wound dressing, splinting, and back boarding.
- Assessed trauma scenes for potential hazards prior to entering them.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Education
GED -
Lackawanna College
Scranton, PA06-1996
Skills
- Safety Procedures
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response
- Alarm Response
- Medical Response
- Fire Control
- Public Assistance and Support
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Rescue Equipment Proficiency
- Ladder Operation
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Fire Prevention
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Life and Property Protection
- Patient care
Certification
- Fire Fighter 1 Proboard certification, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Proboard certification, Basic, Operations and Technical Vehicle rescue Proboard certification, Emergency Medical Technician since 1993,
Affiliations
- hunting, fishing, spending time with my family
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
FIREFIGHTER EMT
Carbondale Fire Department
06.2025 - Current
Street Maintenance Worker
Borough of Dickson city
10.2019 - Current
Fire Captain
Eagle hose company #1
12.2016 - 06.2024
EMT-B
Pennsylvania Ambulance
03.2005 - 01.2019
GED -
Lackawanna College