Tanner Barefield
Dothan,AL
Summary
18 years of experience as a certified professional firefighter/EMT. Mechanically inclined and thrive working with minimal to no supervision as well as in a team environment. Ability to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions efficiently. Trained and experienced in working in high stress environments while maintaining composure and situational awareness. Safety and goal oriented utilizing established procedures and common sense.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
14
14
Certifications
Work History
Firefighter/Hazardous Materials Technician
Fort Rucker Fire and Emergency Services
01.2018 - Current
- Respond to and mitigate firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials and rotary/fixed wing aircraft incidents on main post and stagefields.
- Lead fire team operations as Lieutenant, ensuring performance and safety compliance while utilizing appropriate risk assessment for each incident.
- Provide EMT-Basic level care to patients encountered while on duty.
- Drive and operate firefighting apparatus and equipment, perform accurate daily checks of all assigned equipment.
- Conduct pre-fire building inspections.
- Create training documents; schedule and lead training sessions.
- Train new firefighters on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Utilize department established "Roles and Responsibilities" for Lieutenants to ensure all assigned task are completed correctly and on time.
- Assist other firefighters in acting officer program training and daily task associated with crew chief position.
- Four years experience as GS-8 Lead Firefighter.
Field Technician
Binsentry
Kitchener, Ontario Canada
04.2025 - Current
- Replace and repaired agricultural feed monitoring sensors using hand tools and Class III safety harness.
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections to meet bio-security standards before driving to work sites.
- Schedule daily, weekly, and monthly work orders and work schedules to optimize customer satisfaction.
- Serve as board member on joint health and safety committee ensuring workplace safety and perform employee accident investigations.
- Create and maintain timesheets to ensure accuracy of time and mileage records.
EMT- Emergency Response
Farley Nuclear Plant
Columbia, AL
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Provided emergency medical treatment to plant personnel during incidents.
- Administered annual NRC-regulated physicals, ensuring compliance and health of employees and contractors.
- Conducted random and cause-based urinalysis and breath alcohol tests to uphold safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Delivered annual firefighting training to on-site fire brigade members.
Firefighter
Dothan Fire Department
Dothan, AL
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Performed firefighting, rescue, EMS and hazardous materials operations throughout the city of Dothan.
- Responded to technical rescue incidents as a member of Alabama Heavy Rescue Team-8.
- Achieved a perfect performance evaluation by consistently exceeding job expectations.
- Drove and operated various fire apparatus including heavy rescue truck/trailer, aerial apparatus, supply trucks and pumper.
- Conducted annual fire inspections and pre-fire plans.
Apparatus Operator
Ozark Fire Department
Ozark, Alabama
10.2011 - 01.2016
- Responded to emergency calls for fire suppression, rescue operations and hazardous materials and technical rescue.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during emergencies and training exercises.
- Conducted inspections of fire hydrants and equipment for operational readiness.
- Provided firefighting, technical rescue, pump operations and hazardous materials training.
- Served as acting Lieutenant.
- Member of medium rescue team.
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Eufaula Fire Department
Eufaula, Alabama
08.2007 - 10.2011
- Responded to fire suppression, rescue, hazmat and rotary/fixed wing aircraft emergencies.
- Operated fire apparatus during emergency response situations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on firefighting equipment and vehicles.
- Inspected firefighting tools for functionality and safety compliance.
- Trained new personnel on proper operation of fire apparatus.
- Served as acting Lieutenant.
- Conducted annual pre-fire inspections.
Education
Firefighting/Rescue Certifications -
Alabama Fire College
Diploma - general studies
Providence Christian School
Dothan, ALSkills
- Emergency response tactics
- Training development
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Conflict management
- Risk assessment
- Apparatus operations
- Technical rescue techniques
- Project management
Certification
Firefighter I & II
Timeline
Field Technician
Binsentry
04.2025 - Current
Firefighter/Hazardous Materials Technician
Fort Rucker Fire and Emergency Services
01.2018 - Current
Firefighter
Dothan Fire Department
01.2016 - 01.2018
EMT- Emergency Response
Farley Nuclear Plant
01.2015 - 01.2019
Apparatus Operator
Ozark Fire Department
10.2011 - 01.2016
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Eufaula Fire Department
08.2007 - 10.2011
Firefighting/Rescue Certifications -
Alabama Fire College
Diploma - general studies
Providence Christian School