Shelton Pinckney
Fort Walton Beach,FL
Summary
Vigilant Firefighter with nine years of experience performing firefighting and emergency medical duties. Passionate about protecting lives and property through dedicated service. Committed and physically fit professional. Works cooperatively with other first responders to gain control of emergency scenes. Expertise in Fire attack, hostile fire events, dispatching and driving and operating fire truck apparatuses.
In the course of my life I've found that communication is the most important key to success on a fire ground during the fray. Anything from mitigating an emergency to teaching and explaining fire-ground tactics all hinges on how well you and your team can communicate. That's one hill im willing to "die" on because in our job miscommunication can mean that someone doesn't get to go home.
I look forward to translating my skills over to your company.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
United States Air Force
Indianapolis, IN
05.2015 - Current
- 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.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Tracked changes in computer system to keep records current and accurate.
- Kept detailed and updated records of calls in physical and electronic databases.
- Managed daily delivery and work schedules to maximize coverage.
- Accurately and efficiently responded to over 100 daily requests.
- Maintained expert knowledge of freight regulations and laws and verified strict compliance.
- Communicated with customers, vendors, shippers and internal staff members to verify current status and schedule delivery dates.
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
- Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach.
- Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
- Dispatched calls to relevant police, fire or medical response personnel depending on individual call situations.
- Took caller information, read associated computer information and documented vital details in call tracking and assignment system.
- Mitigated risks and emergency response delays by efficiently monitoring public safety field units.
- Managed average of 710 cases each year, delivering telephone assistance and treatment recommendations to public and hospital staff on various medical conditions.
- Entered information on computerized systems to verify locations and notify nearest responders.
- Asked probing questions to get to root of caller's issues.
- Maintained and updated crucial and confidential information, phone numbers and addresses.
- Certified in CPR to provide First Point of Contact emergency assistance to callers.
- Read and effectively interpreted small-scale maps and information from computer screen to determine locations and provide directions.
- Responded professionally to telephone calls.
- Submitted accurate and timely daily reports, forms and other documentation.
- Executed proficiency in digital telephone systems.
- Completed investigations of security incidents and wrote reports for permanent record.
- Responded to emergency calls routed by automatic distribution system.
- Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to promptly dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
- Utilized N.I.C.En system to record phone calls.
YMCA Camp Counselor
YMCA
Yulee, FL
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction.
- Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Implemented protocols to develop relationships with campers and parents.
- Educated campers on important skills such as how to spot poison ivy, poisonous snakes or dangerous wildlife and how to safely start and extinguish campfires.
- Checked and secured life jackets and safety equipment around lakes or onboard boats and kayaks to reduce injury or accidents.
- Promoted monthly events and activities to increase participation and revenue.
- Developed camp emergency procedures and shared with other counselors in preparation for serious event or injury.
- Observed participants for signs of physical distress and stopped activity to administer care.
- Guided, mentored and counseled adolescents and at-risk youth to help achieve personal and spiritual goals.
- Assisted homesick children by actively listening to concerns and providing emotional support.
- Designed activities to help individuals overcome confidence issues and build strength.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements to activity participants to prevent injury.
KFC Cook
KFC
Kingsland, GA
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
- Developed processes to streamline food-preparation and presentation tasks, recommending changes as necessary to boost food-cost savings.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Precooked garnishes for later use to top off fresh dishes.
- Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues, customer requests or substitutions for allergen concerns.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
Fry Cook
McDonald's
Kingsland, GA
03.2012 - 12.2012
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly.
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Wiped down counters with sanitizing spray to avoid contamination and foodborne illnesses.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Restocked all kitchen supplies and food items to properly prepare for food service.
- Monitored freshness and condition of prepared foods by checking expiration dates and heat lamp temperatures.
- Followed procedures to prevent cross-contamination of items for patrons with allergies and gluten intolerance
- Labeled, dated and filled pans with chopped vegetables and prepared foods prior to shift.
- Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Adhered to food safety and HACCP regulations to prevent contamination of food.
- Prepared approximately 50-100 meals per shift using company recipes and techniques. Depending on the season/time of day.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues, customer requests or substitutions for allergen concerns.
- Made adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific dietary concerns.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
University of Maryland - University College
Hyattsville, MD07-2023
High School Diploma -
Camden County High School
Kingsland, GA05.2014
Skills
- Conditions Assessment
- Ladder Operation
- Fire Control
- Medical Response
- Fire Suppression Work
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Community Education
- Water and Chemical Streams
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Alarm Response
- Emergency Response
- First Aid Certified
- Staff Development and Leadership
- Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Incident Safety
- Life Support Services
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Patient Care Documentation
- Fire Prevention
- First-Aid and CPR
- Hazard Prevention
- First Response Services
- Fire Protection System Testing
- Medical Assessments
- Proposal Development
- Personnel Management
- Semi-Annual Drills
- Equipment Evaluation
- Life and Property Protection
- Relationship Building and Management
- Public Safety and Security
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Firefighting Procedures
- Fire Strategy
- Administration and Management
- Budget Management
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Building Construction Knowledge
- Community Outreach Programs
- Fire Department Procedures
- Public Education
- Rescue Equipment Proficiency
- Weather Condition Assessment
- Secure Zone Transportation
- Public Assistance and Support
- High-Pressure Nozzle Changes
- Geographical Knowledge
- Incident Reporting
- Public Safety
- Situational Awareness
- Proficiency in ACES FD, NICE, Microsoft excel, Monaco, ACES, ARIS and E911
- Incident Investigations
- Camera Operation
- Incident Response
- Complaint Resolution
- CCTV Camera Technicalities
- Access Control Systems
- Knowledge of Body Language
- Simultaneous Screen Monitoring
- Security Protocols
- Report Writing
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Teamwork and Communication
- Maintaining Equipment
- Dispatch Communication
- Safety Equipment Inspection
- Detailed Reporting
- Pump and Hose Management
- Accident Site Response
- Two-Way Radio Operation
- Team Collaboration
- Hazard Identification
- Property Protection and Salvage
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Quality Assessment
- Adaptability
- Equipment and Building Inspection
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Employee Training
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Physical Conditioning
- Time Management Abilities
- Fire Shelter Creation
- Crew Training
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Team Building
- Map Reading
- Victim Rescue
- Continuous Improvement
- First Aid
- Task Prioritization
- Truck Driving
- First Aid Certification
- Professionalism
- Response Coordination
- Time Management
- Professional Demeanor
- Arson Investigation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Pump Operation
- Equipment Operation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Meteorological Readings
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Fire Prevention Education
- Self Motivation
- Decision-Making
- Structure Fire Safety
- Attention to Detail
- Physical Stamina
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Basic Life Support
- Goal Setting
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Analytical Skills
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Mass Casualty Incident Response
- Emergency Management
- Resource Monitoring
- Multitasking
- Trench Digging
- Problem-Solving
- Written Communication
- Mechanical Equipment Repair
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Relationship Building
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Boxing athlete and instructor
- Resiliency training assistant for squadron
- Currently Staff Sergeant in the Airforce DOS May 26 2025
Certification
- FireFighter 1
- FireFighter 2
- Airport Fire Fighter
- Driver/Operator of Fire Apparatus Equipped with an Aerial Device
- Driver/Operator of Fire Apparatus Equipped with fire pump
- Driver/Operator of mobile water supply
- Fire Inspector 1
- Fire Instructor 1
- Fire Officer 1
- HAZMAT First responder at Awareness level
- HAZMAT First responder at Operational level
- HAZMAT First Responder at the Operations level with Personal Protective Equipment Mission Specific Competency
- HAZMAT Responder at the Operations Level with Product Control Mission Specific Competency
- Public Safety Telecommunicator 1
- Public Safety Telecommunicator 2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Firefighter
United States Air Force
05.2015 - Current
YMCA Camp Counselor
YMCA
05.2013 - 04.2015
KFC Cook
KFC
01.2013 - 12.2014
Fry Cook
McDonald's
03.2012 - 12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
University of Maryland - University College
High School Diploma -
Camden County High School
- FireFighter 1
- FireFighter 2
- Airport Fire Fighter
- Driver/Operator of Fire Apparatus Equipped with an Aerial Device
- Driver/Operator of Fire Apparatus Equipped with fire pump
- Driver/Operator of mobile water supply
- Fire Inspector 1
- Fire Instructor 1
- Fire Officer 1
- HAZMAT First responder at Awareness level
- HAZMAT First responder at Operational level
- HAZMAT First Responder at the Operations level with Personal Protective Equipment Mission Specific Competency
- HAZMAT Responder at the Operations Level with Product Control Mission Specific Competency
- Public Safety Telecommunicator 1
- Public Safety Telecommunicator 2
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