Tristen Atwell
Bluefield,VA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a proven track record at Tazewell County Fire, adept in structural firefighting and electrical installations. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency and safety, demonstrating resilience and stress tolerance. Skilled in fire safety education and electrical troubleshooting, I significantly contributed to reducing property damage and promoting community awareness on fire prevention.
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Tazewell County Fire
08.2016 - 05.2024
- NIMS
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Electrician
Charlatta of America
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
Roof Stretch Crew
Utility Trailer
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Put roofs on trailers
Education
High School Diploma -
Tazewell High
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Firefighting
- Fireground communications
- Apparatus inspection
- Fire prevention
- Fire control
- Wiring installation
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Power tool usage
- Safety regulations compliance
- Hand tool operation
Timeline
Electrician
Charlatta of America
01.2022 - 03.2024
Roof Stretch Crew
Utility Trailer
08.2021 - 02.2022
Firefighter
Tazewell County Fire
08.2016 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Tazewell High
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