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Work History
Education
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Thomas Derenberger

Pitman

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Fire Captain with extensive experience at Highland Chemical Engine Company, skilled in structural firefighting and emergency scene management. Proven ability to lead teams effectively under pressure, while fostering a culture of safety and resilience. Committed to community education and fire prevention, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Part Time Firefighter

Landsdowne ,Pa
  • Responded to emergency calls with urgency and precision, ensuring community safety.
  • Conducted fire prevention inspections, educating residents on safety protocols and best practices.
  • Operated firefighting equipment effectively during training drills and live incidents.
  • Assisted in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment to ensure operational readiness.
  • Documented incident reports accurately, contributing to departmental records and accountability efforts.

Material Handler

Farrell Gas
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels and performing regular audits.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks, ensuring proper handling of hazardous materials according to safety regulations.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, promoting a safe working environment for team members.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.

Fire Captain

Highland Chemical Engine Company
06.2020 - Current
  • Led firefighting operations during emergency responses, ensuring team effectiveness and safety protocols.
  • Trained junior firefighters on equipment use and response strategies, enhancing team competency.
  • Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions to improve safety compliance.
  • Coordinated with local agencies for community outreach programs focused on fire safety education.

Volunteer Firefighter

Upper Chichester Township
01.2022 - 04.2025
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring efficient and effective firefighting operations.
  • Conducted routine equipment checks, maintaining operational readiness of firefighting tools and gear.
  • Assisted in training new recruits on safety procedures and firefighting techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members during fire drills, enhancing communication and response strategies.

Education

Firefighting

Salem County Fire Academy
Salem County
09.2024

Firefighting

Delaware County Fire Academy
Delaware County
01.2023

Fire Fighting

Gloucester County Fire Academy
Gloucester City, NJ
12.2020

Pitman High School
Pitman, NJ
06.2020

Skills

  • Structural firefighting
  • First aid certified
  • Fire safety
  • Stress tolerance and resilience
  • Emergency scene management
  • Fire pump operation

Timeline

Material Handler

Farrell Gas
02.2024 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Upper Chichester Township
01.2022 - 04.2025

Fire Captain

Highland Chemical Engine Company
06.2020 - Current

Part Time Firefighter

Landsdowne ,Pa

Firefighting

Salem County Fire Academy

Firefighting

Delaware County Fire Academy

Fire Fighting

Gloucester County Fire Academy

Pitman High School