Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline

Taylor Paulson

Forest Grove Fire & Rescue
Forest Grove,OR
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience

Professional with strong background in emergency response, public safety, sales and work drive. Skilled in fire suppression, rescue operations, emergency medical services, sales knowledge and high customer relations. Known for reliable teamwork and adaptability in high-pressure situations. Consistently focused on protecting communities and ensuring safety as well as a strong drive to finish my work in the way I’d want things done. I'm always excited for a new experience and opportunity where I can learn valuable skills and life experience.

Work History

Driver/Porter

5 Months
Motosport Hillsboro | 05.2026 - 10.2026
  • Transported motorcycles, quads, side by sides and watercraft between locations, ensuring safe, timely delivery and pickup
  • Communicated with service and sales teams to coordinate pickup schedules and drop-offs
  • Inspected vehicles before and after transport to identify damage or maintenance concerns
  • Assisted with lot organization, moving inventory for display, service, and customer retrieval
  • Completed delivery paperwork accurately, including vehicle condition reports and route details
  • Maintained clean, presentable vehicles by fueling, washing, and preparing units for handoff
  • Help customers make decisions on the right new motorcycle option for them ensuring they get the best option for them

Driver, Warehouse Orders

1 Year 3 Months
EquipmentShare | 02.2025 - 05.2026
  • Maintained safe driving records by strictly following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Performed daily vehicle inspections, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks using pallet jacks or forklifts when required, ensuring proper handling of items.
  • Provided exceptional customer service at the point of delivery, addressing concerns and answering questions as needed.
  • Efficiently navigated various types of vehicles through different road conditions, maintaining safety standards throughout all trips.
  • Supported warehouse operations by organizing products on shelves and pallets for easy retrieval during shipment preparation.
  • Handled sensitive materials with care, ensuring no damage occurred during transportation or storage periods.
  • Managed time efficiently while on the road to meet strict deadlines for multiple deliveries per shift.

Volunteer Firefighter

3 Years 9 Months
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

5 Months
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

2 Years 4 Months
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

5 Years 3 Months
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

1 Year 4 Months
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

2 Years 11 Months
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, WA | 12.2024

# month program to acquire my emergency medical technician license.

High School diploma

Clear Lake High School | Lakeport, CA | 06.2011

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
Loading and unloading
Order picking
Warehouse safety
Shipping and receiving
Forklift operation
Sales professional

Accomplishments

  • Completed the Forest Grove/Cornelius FireFighter Academy in 06/01/23.

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

Driver/Porter

Motosport Hillsboro
05.2026 - 10.2026Read More

Driver, Warehouse Orders

EquipmentShare
02.2025 - 05.2026Read More

Wildland Firefighter

Clackamas Fire District
04.2024 - 09.2024Read More

Volunteer Firefighter

Forest Grove Fire & Rescue
02.2023 - CurrentRead More

Delivery Driver

UPS
11.2021 - 03.2024Read More

Sales Representative

Columbia Distributing
07.2016 - 10.2021Read More

Technician Installer

Dish Network
03.2015 - 07.2016Read More

Department Head

Grocery Outlet
04.2012 - 03.2015Read More

Clear Lake High School

High School diploma
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Clark County Fire Ditrict 5

Certificate from Emergency Medical Technician
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Taylor Paulson