Sergio Reyes
Plano,TX
Summary
Self-motivated Fire Captain with a natural talent for problem-solving and maintaining professionalism under pressure. Experienced in leading emergency response teams, managing high-pressure situations, and coordinating effectively during critical incidents. Skilled in leadership, strategic planning, and enhancing operational efficiency. Extensive background in fire safety and emergency management. Recognized for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and implementing effective response strategies. Dedicated firefighter with exceptional leadership, planning, and scene management abilities. Certified in multiple areas and ready for any challenge.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Captain
Town of Little Elm
01.2016 - Current
- Establishes the budget and responsible for all SCBA equipment for the department.
- Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on passenger safety.
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Served as a reliable and dependable team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow crew members as needed.
- Led a team of firefighters in extinguishing hazardous material fires, minimizing environmental impact and potential harm to nearby residents.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Promoted fire safety awareness within the community by organizing and participating in public outreach events, such as open houses and safety presentations.
Firefighter/EMT-Paramedic
Town of Little Elm
06.2005 - Current
- Earned three awards, including 2008 Paramedic of the Year and 2008 Great First Responder for demonstrating professionalism and setting the standard for emergency care in the field.
- Promoted to Field Training Officer for excellence in team leadership; responsibilities include training all new Paramedics in Patient Assessment in Medical and Trauma, Pharmacology, Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills, Emergency Vehicle Operation, and Communication with Receiving Facilities.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
Fire Lieutenant
Town of Little Elm
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Earned the opportunity to be a part of the training community for the Little Elm Fire Department.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Created comprehensive pre-incident planning documents to facilitate efficient responses in high-risk environments.
- Collaborated with other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing professional development opportunities for firefighters under my supervision.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying individual strengths to match skill sets with appropriate assignments.
Emergency Department Paramedic
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2016
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
Driver Operator
Town of Little Elm
04.2012 - 01.2016
- Earned the 2015 Driver Operator of the year award.
- Reinforced departmental goals of continuous improvement by providing constructive feedback on fire apparatus performance during after-action reviews of emergency incidents.
- Advanced professional development by attending training sessions, workshops, and conferences related to Fire Apparatus Engineering best practices.
- Performed practice drills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department through adherence to standard operating procedures and guidelines for fire apparatus operation.
- Developed fire suppression plans and systems for residential, educational and commercial buildings.
Education
Incident Safety Officer
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX04-2023
Firefighter - Advanced
North Texas Training Association
Dallas, Texas12-2021
Incident Commander
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX12-2021
Instructor II
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX02-2018
Fire Officer II
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX12-2017
Advanced Fire Investigator
Collin County Community College
Plano, TX12-2009
Advanced Life Support -
University of Texas Southwestern
Dallas, Texas01.2009
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
Emergency Medical Training Services
Richardson, Texas01.2007
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Collin County Community College
McKinney, Texas05.2003
Skills
- Team leadership
- Crisis management
- Fire safety management
- Crisis response coordination
- Budget planning and oversight
- Employee training and guidance
- Acute medical intervention
- Data retention management
- Quality assurance protocols
- Collaborative teamwork
- Analytical problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with 10 neighboring Fire Departments in the development of a Standard Operation Procedures in Lithium ion battery fires.
- Achieved great results by introducing Vector Solution as our daily check off softwear for all apparatuses and equipment.
- Supervised team of 6-28 staff members while acting as Batillion Chief.
Certification
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection, Firefighter Advanced 2015
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection, Fire Investigator 2009
- Texas Department of State Health, Pediatric Medical and Trauma 2008.
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection, Fire Officer II 2017.
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection, Driver/Operator - Pumper 2008.
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection, Fire Service Instructor II 2018.
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, EMT- Paramedic 2007.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Town of Little Elm
04.2016 - 12.2016
Fire Captain
Town of Little Elm
01.2016 - Current
Driver Operator
Town of Little Elm
04.2012 - 01.2016
Emergency Department Paramedic
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2016
Firefighter/EMT-Paramedic
Town of Little Elm
06.2005 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Collin County Community College
Incident Safety Officer
Tarrant County College
Firefighter - Advanced
North Texas Training Association
Incident Commander
Tarrant County College
Instructor II
Tarrant County College
Fire Officer II
Tarrant County College
Advanced Fire Investigator
Collin County Community College
Advanced Life Support -
University of Texas Southwestern
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
Emergency Medical Training Services
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