Scott Hopkins
La Quinta,CA
Summary
Dynamic Fire Apparatus Engineer with extensive experience at Cal Fire RRU, adept in emergency vehicle operation and interagency coordination. Enhanced team efficiency through effective training and mentoring, while ensuring public safety during critical incidents. Proven track record in improving response times and reinforcing firefighting tactics for optimal performance.
Professional and adaptable firefighting specialist with strong focus on operational efficiency and safety. Expertise in operating and maintaining fire apparatus, ensuring equipment readiness, and executing emergency response protocols. Known for effective teamwork and reliability, capable of adapting to dynamic situations. Skilled in firefighting techniques, equipment maintenance, and emergency medical response.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Cal Fire RRU
04.2018 - Current
- Contributed to successful firefighting strategies by effectively communicating with incident commanders and crew members during emergencies.
- Safeguarded public welfare during emergency situations with proper traffic control measures while operating fire apparatus.
- Increased team efficiency by training junior firefighters on the operation and maintenance of fire apparatus.
- Reinforced departmental goals of continuous improvement by providing constructive feedback on fire apparatus performance during after-action reviews of emergency incidents.
- Performed practice drills.
- Enhanced firefighter safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintenance on fire apparatus.
- Advanced professional development by attending training sessions, workshops, and conferences related to Fire Apparatus Engineering best practices.
- Improved emergency response times by efficiently navigating fire apparatus to incident locations.
Fire Fighter 2
CalFire RRU
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Provided critical medical assistance to injured individuals at incident scenes utilizing CPR certification and basic EMT skills when necessary.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
Fire Fighter 1
Cal Fire SDU
04.2014 - 04.2017
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Provided critical medical assistance to injured individuals at incident scenes utilizing CPR certification and basic EMT skills when necessary.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA01-2007
Skills
- HAZMAT handling
- Firefighting tactics
- Fire service leadership
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Fire pump operation
- Interagency coordination
Accomplishments
Completed Truck and Tiller Academies in 2024.
Certification
Certified Emergency Medical Technician.
Timeline
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Cal Fire RRU
04.2018 - Current
Fire Fighter 2
CalFire RRU
04.2017 - 04.2018
Fire Fighter 1
Cal Fire SDU
04.2014 - 04.2017
Emergency Medical Technician
Orange Coast College
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