Shayne Houlihan
Firefighter/Advanced Hzmat Technician
Boston,MA
Summary
- Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 8 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms. Proficient performing emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, including Hazmat and Decon procedures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Firefighter/Hazmat Technician
Boston Fire Department
Boston, MA
2013.02 - Current
- Monitored contaminated area to determine scope of hazard and progress of cleaning efforts against targets.
- Applied industry training to locate and remove hazardous items, including radioactive materials, contaminated soil and fuel.
- Evaluated hazardous conditions to develop successful mitigation strategy and maintain public safety throughout procedures.
- Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
Firefighter
Boston Fire Department
Boston, MA
2013.02 - Current
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
Security Supervisor
Brigham's & Women's Hospital
Boston, MA
2010.01 - 2013.11
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
- Analyzed and investigated all incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Oversaw staff timekeeping entries and reports in Report Exec.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Executed operational protocols for criminal and non-criminal violations.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
Infantry Fire Team Leader
US Army
Fort Benning, GA
2006.10 - 2009.10
- Coordinated and enforces team member placement and distribution of fire.
- Executed reasoned and efficient decision-making to foster troop discipline and unity.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- Assessed battlefield conditions such as terrain and enemy fire effectiveness to organize and deploy team members effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Everett High School
Everett, MA 1999.08 - 2004.06
Skills
Emergency Response
Material Safety Data Sheets
Decontamination and safety
Hazardous material removal
Interpersonal Communication
Fire suppression tools operations
Firefighting activities
Conditions assessment
Fire pump operation
Cooperative relationships
Hose connections
Apparatus inspection
Firefighting
Fire Safety
Trauma assessments
CPR and first aid
Community Relations
Medical equipment usage
Mass casualty events
Emergency response procedures
Triaging
Fire prevention
Patient care documentation
Fire suppression
Area patrol
Fire safety regulations knowledge
Safety and security
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
Certified Hazmat Tech, IAFF
Quote
There are only two things we should fight for. One is the defense of our homes and the other is the Bill of Rights. War for any other reason is simply a racket.
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Timeline
Certified Hazmat Tech, IAFF
2013-06
Certified Firefighter 1&2, IAFF
2013-05
CFR - Certified First Responder
2013-05
Firefighter/Hazmat Technician
Boston Fire Department
2013.02 - Current
Firefighter
Boston Fire Department
2013.02 - Current
Security Supervisor
Brigham's & Women's Hospital
2010.01 - 2013.11
Infantry Fire Team Leader
US Army
2006.10 - 2009.10
High School Diploma -
Everett High School
1999.08 - 2004.06