Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Certification
Timeline
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Tyler Latvala

Summary

Energetic student eager to apply knowledge of project coordination and completion to achieve company goals. Dedicated to working hard to make positive contributions.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Firefighter

Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Dept
Huntingtown, MD
06.2013 - 01.2018
  • Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
  • Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
  • Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
  • Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.

Cadet Commander

Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary
Prince Frederick, Maryland
01.2010 - 01.2018
  • Trained Search and Rescue teams.
  • Coordinated Local, State, and National Command assets
  • Trained New Cadets on Drill and Ceremonies
  • Coordinated weekly meetings
  • Trained cadets in Leadership
  • Provided lessons in Ethics and Morals
  • Led 75+ Member Squadron
  • Coordinated between Civil Air Patrol and Local, State and National Level Legislative Bodies
  • Provided, and supervised Physical Security for VIP Tents at Joint Base Andrews Airshows
  • Acted as Liaison between Maryland Group 3, and The Calvert Cadet Squadron
  • Received the Billy Mitchell Award
  • Received The Wright Brothers Award
  • Received The Goddard Achievement
  • Successfully led key projects which resulted in receiving both the Cadet Quality Unit, and Maryland Squadron of the Year awards
  • Acted as the Squadron 3 Cadet Medic
  • Trained New cadets on Basic Emergency Medicine techniques
  • Attended and Graduated the 2010 Tri-Wing Encampment
  • Attended and Graduated The National Emergency Services Academy
  • Cadet of the Year Award, of the Year Award 2012
  • Received the Valor Award (Bronze) from the American Legion

Coast Guard Auxiliarist

US Coast Guard Auxiliary
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2021 - Current

Part of Flotilla Financial Audit Committee


Crisis Counselor Volunteer

Crisis Text Line
Sunderland, MD
06.2018 - Current
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified according to presentation.
  • Interviewed clients, reviewed records and conducted assessments to evaluate mental or physical condition of clients or patients.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Park Ranger Supervisor

Calvert County Government
Lusby, MD
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform.
  • Patrolled all areas by foot and vehicle to assess park conditions and notified maintenance department regarding trash and debris.
  • Provided information and guidance for park visitors, answered questions and inquiries and suggested trails for hiking.
  • Distributed park and trail maps, provided park information, and answered customer service questions.
  • Directed incoming and outgoing traffic during special events and identified available parking areas for drivers.
  • Administered first aid to visitors suffering from falls and minor injuries and contacted paramedics for hospital transport in serious cases.
  • Trained new park rangers and team members in all operations and policies while offering mentorship and assistance with duties.
  • Educated visitors on area wildlife and regional history during tours and presentations.
  • Drafted detailed operations plans for resource management and staffing priorities based on seasonal changes and manning requirements.

Soldier

United States Army
San Antonio, TX
07.2015 - 03.2016
  • Coordinated between Non Commissioned Officers and Trainees
  • Filled out, Filed Leave and Incoming Soldier Paperwork
  • Wrote Excel Documents on Soldier Information
  • Trained in both armed and unarmed combatives
  • Trained and Qualified on the M16/M4, M240B, M249 Squad Automatic Weapon,
  • M203 Grenade Launcher, and M67 Fragmentation Grenade Weapons Systems
  • Trained in Tactical Operations, Room Clearance, Civilian Interaction, and Prisoner of War Operations,
  • Earned the United States Army Good Conduct Medal

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Maryland - University College
Hyattsville, MD
11.2022

Human Services/Biology

College of Southern Maryland
2018

High School Diploma - General Took Criminal Justice and Business Economics

Huntingtown High School
2015

Skills

  • Threat Research
  • Emergency Medical Care
  • Cardiac Arrest
  • Inpatient Care
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Status Updates
  • Scene Prioritization
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Identifying Hazards
  • Accident Scene Documentation

Accomplishments

  • Valor Award- Moose Lodge
  • Fireman of the Year- Moose Lodge
  • Valor Award- Southern Maryland Volunteer Fireman's Association

Additional Information

  • Current Licenses , Firefighter Rescue Technician, Valid Class “C” Maryland Driver’s License

Certification

  • Firefighter 1
  • Firefighter 2
  • Hazardous Materials Technician
  • Rescue Technician- High Angle Rescue
  • Rescue Technician- Vehicles and Machinery


Timeline

Coast Guard Auxiliarist

US Coast Guard Auxiliary
08.2021 - Current

Crisis Counselor Volunteer

Crisis Text Line
06.2018 - Current

Park Ranger Supervisor

Calvert County Government
05.2016 - 08.2016

Soldier

United States Army
07.2015 - 03.2016

Volunteer Firefighter

Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Dept
06.2013 - 01.2018

Cadet Commander

Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary
01.2010 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Maryland - University College

Human Services/Biology

College of Southern Maryland

High School Diploma - General Took Criminal Justice and Business Economics

Huntingtown High School
Tyler Latvala