Shane Farmer
Corsicana,Texas
Summary
Logical Fire Captain with over 25 years of hands-on experience. Successful at responding to all emergency alarms in assigned areas and directing firefighting personnel in extinguishing fires, saving lives and saving properties. Ace at leading teams and giving proper instructions to control panic in high-stress situations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Captain
Dallas Fire Rescue
Dallas, TX
04.1998 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls and managed the on-site operations of medical, hazardous materials, and rescue incidents.
- 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.
- Conducted daily inspections of firefighting equipment, apparatus, and facilities.
- Monitored shift activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
Adjunct Professor
Dallas College
Mesquite, TX
06.2016 - 09.2023
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
- Tutored and coached students to help achieve personal and academic goals.
- Fostered classroom environment conducive to learning and building character.
- Assisted students in achieving completion of learning objectives.
- Applied creative instruction methods to promote student learning objectives.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to promote positive and welcoming learning environment.
Advanced Care Paramedic
Cook Children's Medical Center
Fort Worth, TX
08.2002 - 06.2016
- Educated family members on proper home health care procedures after release from hospital.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information at all times.
- Operated specialized equipment such as cardiac monitors and defibrillators, infusion pumps and ventilators during transport process.
- Participated in continuing education programs designed to improve knowledge base related to area of specialty.
- Managed airway management devices such as ventilators, oxygen tanks and suction machines used for respiratory treatments.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel regarding patient condition during transfer process.
- Initiated intravenous therapy, administered medications and monitored vital signs of critically ill patients.
Correctional Officer
TDCJ-ID
Tennessee Colony, TX
09.1992 - 04.1998
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
Education
Paramedic Certification - Paramedic
Dallas College
Dallas, TX01-2000
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX05-1992
High School Diploma -
Mildred High School
Corsicana, TX05-1990
Skills
- Firefighting Procedures
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Public Education
- Fire Department Procedures
- Personnel Management
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Incident Safety
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professionalism
- EMS Expertise
Certification
TCFP Certifications:
Master Firefighter
Incident Safety Officer
Driver Pumper Operator
Officer I & II
Instructor I & II
Field Examiner
Certified Paramedic-24 Years
ACLS
BLS
EMS Instructor
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Dallas College
06.2016 - 09.2023
Advanced Care Paramedic
Cook Children's Medical Center
08.2002 - 06.2016
Fire Captain
Dallas Fire Rescue
04.1998 - Current
Correctional Officer
TDCJ-ID
09.1992 - 04.1998
Paramedic Certification - Paramedic
Dallas College
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Navarro College
High School Diploma -
Mildred High School
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