Steven Word
United States Marine Corps
Beaufort,SC
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Language
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Certification
10
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Firefighting and Equipment Operation Professional with expertise in conducting safety inspections and ensuring compliance with standards. Maintained high safety and environmental stewardship while working in hazardous conditions and collaborating across departments. Experienced in welding techniques and fabrication processes, delivering high-quality and durable welds while adhering to safety protocols.
Work History
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
5 Years 5 Months- Responded to aircraft emergencies, executing rapid firefighting and rescue operations.
- Developed and implemented improved emergency response protocols, increasing effectiveness during critical incidents.
- Conducted routine inspections of firefighting equipment, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises, enhancing response tactics and teamwork efficiency.
- Led incident command during emergency situations, coordinating resources and directing personnel for optimal outcomes.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, recommending adjustments to training programs for enhanced preparedness.
- Upheld a high standard of environmental stewardship by following hazardous materials containment procedures during fuel spills or chemical releases at the airport grounds.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
Logging Equipment Operator
4 Years 3 Months- Operated logging machinery to efficiently harvest timber in compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated with team members to plan and execute logging operations according to project specifications.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols, enhancing overall team competency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.
- Enhanced logging efficiency by maintaining equipment and ensuring proper functioning of all machines.
- Used chainsaw to fell and buck trees on job sites.
- Inspected equipment, completed basic repairs and adhered to preventive maintenance schedules to keep equipment safe and functional.
Welder
3 Years 3 Months- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate steel components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precision in welding tasks.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in production processes.
- Trained new welders on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
Education
High School Diploma
- Honor Roll [First and Second Semester, 2017]
- Attended Vocational School in the year of 2016 and 2017 at SAU Tech for Welding.
Skills
Structural firefighting
Technical rescue
Rescue operations
Fire apparatus operation
Physical endurance
Firefighter fitness
CPR certified
Critical thinking
Decision-making
Work planning
Work planning
Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Commanded multiple aircraft emergencies resulting in no loss of life and no further damage to property.
- Performed 2nd echelon maintenance on multiple heavy machinery and high value Marine Corps assets.
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course Instructor
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Airport Firefighter
- Driver/operator ARFF
- Fire Inspector I
- Fire Officer I, II, and III
- Firefighter I and II
- Hazardous Materials Awareness
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- HazMat Ops- Personal Protective Equipment
- HazMat Ops- Product Control
- Fire Department Incident Safety Officer
- Hazardous Material Incident Commander
- Tanker 36Ton License
- P-19R Fire Apparatus License
- National Incident Management System 100, 200, 700, and 800.
- ARFF Foam and Flammable Liquids Firefighting
- Specialized Aircraft Fire Trainer
- DOD Mandatory Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)Training
- Sergeants School Seminar Program
- Corporals Course Distance Education Program
- Lance Corporals Leadership and Ethics Seminar
- Range Safety Officer
- Tan, Grey, Green, and Brown Belt in Marine Corps Martial Arts
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
United States Marine Corps
03.2021 - CurrentRead More
Welder
E&H Steel Deals
08.2017 - 11.2020Read More
Logging Equipment Operator
Biomass Trucking
10.2016 - 01.2021Read More
Bearden High School
High School Diploma
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