Taylor Paulson
Forest Grove
Summary
Professional with strong background in emergency response and public safety. Skilled in fire suppression, rescue operations, and emergency medical services. Known for reliable teamwork and adaptability in high-pressure situations. Consistently focused on protecting communities and ensuring safety. I'm always excited for a new experience and opportunity where I can learn valuable skills and life experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Forest Grove Fire & Rescue
02.2023 - Current
- Participated in community outreach programs by educating residents on fire safety and prevention techniques.
- Trained new volunteers on firefighting protocols and equipment usage, enhancing overall team readiness.
- Responded to emergency calls by assessing fire situations and executing appropriate strategies.
- Performed routine inspections of firefighting equipment by ensuring all tools and gear met safety standards.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
Wildland Firefighter
Clackamas Fire District
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Coordinated with team members to execute firefighting strategies and ensure effective response.
- Completed rigorous training programs to develop skills in wildfire tactics and safety.
- Operated fire engines and specialized equipment to support firefighting efforts.
- Utilized water pumps for extinguishing flames and preventing fire spread.
- Monitored weather conditions to assess fire behavior and adjust tactics accordingly.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
Delivery Driver
UPS
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Deliver/pickup packages for customers and businesses on set routes each day
- As well as often helping other drivers finish their work
- Supervisor: John Meyers 503-547-9334
- Loaded and unloaded packages carefully, maintaining product integrity.
- Delivered packages on time by planning optimal delivery routes.
Sales Representative
Columbia Distributing
07.2016 - 10.2021
- Non Alcoholic Sales Rep for chain grocery stores
- Worked with store managers to sell new products and wrote existing orders for the stores to help keep sales as well as increase them
- Would also build large displays representing products
- Supervisor: Steve Huber 503-730-9175
- Conducted market research to identify new opportunities for product offerings.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favorable terms for both company and clients.
Technician Installer
Dish Network
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Installed satellite tv for new customers as well as serviced existing customers to resolve issues
- Supervisor: Andy Banton 971-205-4730
- Diagnosed system malfunctions for timely repairs and minimal downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential issues and prevent system failures.
Department Head
Grocery Outlet
04.2012 - 03.2015
- In charge of multiple departments where I wrote orders, stocked products and oversaw the entire department to keep things operating
- Also assisted in training/hiring new employees
- Owner/Supervisor: Lynae Bennet 503-641-2970
Education
Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Clark County Fire Ditrict 5
Vancouver, WA12-2024
High School diploma -
Clear Lake High School
Lakeport, CA06.2011
Skills
- Ability to learn/operate equipment and tools quickly
- Communication
- Organization
- Leadership/teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Hazardous materials handling
- Chainsaw operation
- System diagnostics
- Hand tools proficiency
Accomplishments
- Completed the Forest Grove/Cornelius FireFighter Academy in 06/01/23.
- Actively a Volunteer FireFighter with Wildland Type 2 cert.
- EMT training in 2024
Affiliations
- Forest Grove Fire & Rescue
- Cornelius Fire & Rescue
Certification
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Certificate– Various States' Departments of Transportation.
- Wildland Firefighter Certification - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
- Firefighter I Certification (FF I) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
- Incident Command System Certifications 100-400 Levels – Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Wildlife Fire Chain Saw (S-212) – National Wildfire Coordinating Group.
- Basic Wildland Firefighter (S-130/190) - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Clackamas Fire District
04.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer Firefighter
Forest Grove Fire & Rescue
02.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
UPS
11.2021 - 03.2024
Sales Representative
Columbia Distributing
07.2016 - 10.2021
Technician Installer
Dish Network
03.2015 - 07.2016
Department Head
Grocery Outlet
04.2012 - 03.2015
High School diploma -
Clear Lake High School
Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Clark County Fire Ditrict 5
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