Timmy Edwards

Stuttgart,AR

Summary

Professional with many years of experience and established talents. Solid understanding of fire prevention, emergency medical care, and rescue methods. Effective interpersonal and communication skills with outstanding report writing and emergency medical equipment handling proficiencies. Comfortable making decisions in stressful conditions and emergencies. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Fire Lieutenant

Stuttgart Fire Department

Stuttgart, AR

06.2017 - Current

Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property and public;.
Developed and implemented training programs for firefighters;.
Supervised the maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment, and supplies.
Managed emergency response teams during fire incidents and natural disasters.
Conducted fire prevention inspections and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Collaborated with local emergency services agencies to coordinate mutual aid responses.
Provided leadership and direction to firefighting crews in high-pressure situations.
Maintained and inspected firefighting equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Trained and mentored new firefighters on firefighting techniques and procedures.
Safely driving various apparatus to and from emergency scenes in a timely manner.
Establishing water supply on fire scenes in a rapid and safe manner.
Utilization of critical thinking skills in the development and application of incident action plans during emergency responses.

Fire Prevention Officer

Stuttgart Fire Department

Stuttgart, AR

03.2017 - Current

Ensured compliance with applicable fire safety codes and regulations.
Conducted fire inspections of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings to identify potential fire hazards.
Developed comprehensive fire prevention plans for businesses and public facilities.

Hazardous Response Technician

United States Environmental Services

Little Rock, AR

03.2016 - 06.2017

Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS) order.
Monitored contaminated area to determine scope of hazard and progress of cleaning efforts against targets.
Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements, and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments.
Evaluated hazardous conditions to develop a successful mitigation strategy and maintain public safety throughout procedures.
Contained dangerous materials on site by building structures or walls to restrict access prior to the removal process.
Applied industry training to locate and remove hazardous items, including radioactive materials, contaminated soils, and fuel.
Operated and maintained heavy equipment, including hoists and forklifts, to move supplies and contaminated materials.
Demonstrated safe use of power tools, industrial cleaning equipment, and sprayers to remove harmful substances from surfaces.
Created and implemented evacuation procedures for companies and communities affected by hazardous materials releases.
Mitigate the release of incident details to the public to maintain the safety of the public, as well as the integrity of the companies involved.
A vast comprehension of MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) and the chemicals and their properties listed therein.

Skills

Public Education
Personnel Management
Emergency medical treatment
Fire service
First response services
Fire department maintenance
Incident safety
Disaster management
Building inspections

Hazardous Materials Handling
Fire suppression
Disaster preparedness
Fire prevention
Emergency Management
Standard Operating Procedures
Records Management
Interagency Coordination

Certification

International Firefighter 1 - Southern Arkansas University Tech Camden, Arkansas- 2011

International Firefighter 2- Southern Arkansas University Tech Camden, Arkansas-2011

International Fire Arson Investigator- Southern Arkansas University Tech Camden, Arkansas-2011

International Fire Officer 1-Southern Arkansas University Tech Camden, Arkansas-2018

International Fire Officer 2-Southern Arkansas University Tech Camden, Arkansas-2021

International Fire Inspector 1-Southern Arkansas University Tech Camden, Arkansas-2022

National Incident Management System 400- Arkansas Department of Emergency Management- Little Rock, AR- 2018

Incident Safety Officer- National Fire Academy- Emmitsburg, MD- 2014

Languages

English

Professional

Spanish

Elementary