Timothy Garrett
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Fire Captain/Paramedic with 18 years of fire service experience, and 8 years as a Rescue Squad officer with FEMA Nevada Task Force 1. Seeking a position with FEMA as a Subject Matter Expert to leverage extensive technical rescue and leadership skills to enhance disaster response and recovery operations, ensuring community safety and resilience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Rescue Squad Officer
FEMA/ Nevada Task Force 1
Las Vegas, NV
03.2016 - Current
- Currently serving as a Rescue Squad Officer and Water Squad Officer, leading specialized rescue operations during national and regional disaster responses.
- Direct multi-disciplinary teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring efficient execution of search, rescue, and recovery missions.
- Collaboration with federal, state, and local agencies to coordinate disaster response efforts, enhancing inter-agency communication and operational effectiveness.
Technical Rescue Technician Fire Captain/Paramedic
Las Vegas Fire And Rescue
Las Vegas, NV
08.2013 - Current
- Lead a team of firefighters and paramedics at a technical rescue station, managing high-risk operations, including confined space, high-angle, and structural collapse rescues.
- Oversee training and readiness for technical rescue operations, ensuring compliance with NFPA and OSHA standards.
- Implement safety protocols as a certified safety officer, reducing operational risks during high-stakes emergencies.
Flight Paramedic
Flying ICU
Las Vegas, NV
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided advanced life support during aeromedical evacuations, transporting critically ill or injured patients.
- Coordinated with ground and air crews to ensure seamless patient care and transport.
Education
NFPA Fire Officer 1
Firefighter II
Safety Officer
EMS Instructure II
Structural Collapse Specialist
Technical Rescue Technician
NFPA Fire Instructure I
FEMA USFA O-305
FEMA IS-704
IS/ICS/NIMS 100,200,300,400,700,800
NREMT Paramedic
Skills
- Technical Rescue Operations (Confined Space, High-Angle, Structural Collapse, Water Rescue, Elevator Rescue, Trench Rescue,
- Emergency Medical Services (Advanced Life Support)
- Disaster Response and Coordination
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Leadership and Team Management
- Training Development and Delivery
- Inter-Agency Collaboration
- Risk Assessment and Safety Management
Timeline
Rescue Squad Officer
FEMA/ Nevada Task Force 1
03.2016 - Current
Flight Paramedic
Flying ICU
12.2015 - 12.2016
Technical Rescue Technician Fire Captain/Paramedic
Las Vegas Fire And Rescue
08.2013 - Current
NFPA Fire Officer 1
Firefighter II
Safety Officer
EMS Instructure II
Structural Collapse Specialist
Technical Rescue Technician
NFPA Fire Instructure I
FEMA USFA O-305
FEMA IS-704
IS/ICS/NIMS 100,200,300,400,700,800
NREMT Paramedic
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