Tyler Roberts
Summary
Retired Firefighter with proven background in emergency response, rescue operations and fire prevention. Demonstrated abilities in leadership, team collaboration and crisis management to ensure public safety. Skilled at training junior firefighters, promoting community awareness about fire safety, and coordinating efforts with other emergency services. Previous work has led to improved response times and increased effectiveness of lifesaving procedures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Firefighter
Lady’s Island - St. Helena Fire District
Beaufort
2016.12 - 2026.03
- Performed fire suppression operations.
- Provided emergency medical care.
- Responded to emergency calls with rapid assessment and effective action.
- Performed maintenance on firefighting apparatus, vehicles, tools and equipment.
Funeral Assistant/Crematory Operator
Copeland Funeral Service
Beaufort
2020.06 - 2024.02
- Provided cremation services with compassion and respect, supporting families during difficult times.
- Coordinated transportation of deceased individuals to funeral home, ensuring timely and respectful handling.
- Prepared documents for legal requirements related to burials or cremations.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of facility spaces, contributing to a welcoming environment for families.
Sales Associate
Vans Footwear
Bluffton
2018.04 - 2021.01
- Engaged customers by leveraging product knowledge and brand storytelling to enhance shopping experience.
- Trained new associates on effective sales techniques and company policies to ensure cohesive team performance.
- Supported visual merchandising standards and optimized store presentation to attract customers.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale system.
Fire Engineer
Town of Ridgeland Fire Department
Ridgeland
2018.05 - 2020.07
- Responded to emergency calls with rapid assessment and effective action.
- Performed fire suppression operations.
- Provided emergency medical care.
- Maintained firefighting vehicles and tools to ensure operational readiness.
Education
IFSAC Firefighter 2 - Firefighter Recruit School
South Carolina Fire Academy
2016.10 - 2016.12
Stick, MIC And TIG - Welding
Technical College Of The Lowcountry
Beaufort, SC 2014.05 - 2014.08
Palmetto Homeschooling
Bluffton, SCSkills
- Customer relationship management
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Awards and achievements
- 2018 Volunteer Firefighter of the year- Town Of Ridgeland Fire Department
- 2019 Chiefs Award- Town Of Ridgeland Fire Department
- 2021 Employee of the Year- Copeland Funeral Service
Timeline
Funeral Assistant/Crematory Operator
Copeland Funeral Service
2020.06 - 2024.02
Fire Engineer
Town of Ridgeland Fire Department
2018.05 - 2020.07
Sales Associate
Vans Footwear
2018.04 - 2021.01
Senior Firefighter
Lady’s Island - St. Helena Fire District
2016.12 - 2026.03
IFSAC Firefighter 2 - Firefighter Recruit School
South Carolina Fire Academy
2016.10 - 2016.12
Stick, MIC And TIG - Welding
Technical College Of The Lowcountry
2014.05 - 2014.08
Palmetto Homeschooling