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TJ Voorhies

Mitchell,IN

Summary

Dedicated and skilled with 5 years of military experience. Focused attention to detail while inspecting and maintaining equipment. A mindset for health, safety and environmental/ procedures to ensure the safety for team members and the community. Responsible, driven individual with quality skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Brings a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Ready to begin a new challenge.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Technician

Lehigh/Heidelberg Materials
Mitchell, IN
11.2023 - Current
  • Operated heavy equipment such as haul trucks, loaders, and skidsteers in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Performed daily maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Adhered to all applicable environmental laws and regulations governing quarry operations.

Equipment Technician

Catalent Pharma Solutions
Bloomington, IN
10.2020 - 11.2023
  • Performed preventive maintenance on a variety of complex machinery and equipment.
  • Inspected and tested malfunctioning equipment to diagnose faults and malfunctions.
  • Maintained records of equipment repairs and monitored the performance of all machines.
  • Maintained strict compliance with standard operating procedures under FDA regulations in pharmaceuticals

Driver Operator

United States Air Force, USAF
Minot, ND
06.2019 - 07.2020
  • Under the 5th Civil Engineer Squadron, functioned as a Driver Operator supporting the Global Strike Command’s nuclear mission to provide full-spectrum deterrence and B-52 fire power and demand. Responsible for fire protection for all aircraft and structural components of the base. Performed daily operational checks, maintenance inspections, functional tests of apparatus and equipment.
  • Performed airfield fire control, disaster response/control and recovery.
  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Direct/deploy firefighting personnel and equipment during emergencies and non-emergency situation
  • Performed emergency medical service and hazardous materials responses

Fire Fighter

United States Air Force, USAF
Ramstein AFB, Germany
11.2015 - 06.2019
  • Under the 86th Air Lift Wing, functioned as a firefighter/driver operator supporting the mission to defend and support U.S. interests in Europe by providing air power protection. Responsible for providing fire protection for all aircraft and structural components of the base. Preformed daily operational checks, inspections and functional tests of all apparatus and equipment. Fire Fighting Systems Lead, transfer and overhaul all fire apparatus with AFFF foam agent and Purple K dry chemical systems. Ramstein Fire Department Logistics/Warehouse Assistant. Overseen incoming and outgoing shipments, received, stored and shipped all materials to meet contingency requirements in support of the USAFE organization.
  • Heart attack victim, activated AED, established airway/administered oxygen, life saved. First on scene, motorcycle crash; stabilized broken clavicle/face, marshaled rescue-heloensured 'golden hour' transport. Assessed pregnancy emergency; checked vitals/treated pt/packaged for transport within 5 minprotected fetus/saved 2 lives.
  • Oversaw vehicle training for 26 Airmen on all fire apparatus to achieve military 5 level. 310 instructor hours. 78 certifications awarded.
  • Protected short-notice POTUS/USAFE Commander visit; lead firefighter and driver/operator for 3 man teamseamless coverage to flightline ops.

Education

Certificate - EMT Program

Pelham Training
Bloomfield, IN
06-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science

Department Of Defense Fire Academy
San Angelo, TX
09-2015

High School Diploma -

Mitchell High School
Mitchell, IN
05-2006

Skills

  • Team work
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Former Secret Clearance
  • HAZMAT
  • Health and Safety
  • Planning and coordination
  • Operation of Aircraft and Structural Fire Apparatus
  • Fire Prevention Education
  • Building construction knowledge
  • Public assistance and support
  • Medical Response

Timeline

Material Technician

Lehigh/Heidelberg Materials
11.2023 - Current

Equipment Technician

Catalent Pharma Solutions
10.2020 - 11.2023

Driver Operator

United States Air Force, USAF
06.2019 - 07.2020

Fire Fighter

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2015 - 06.2019

Certificate - EMT Program

Pelham Training

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science

Department Of Defense Fire Academy

High School Diploma -

Mitchell High School
TJ Voorhies