Zach Heckman
Lakeland
Summary
Firefighter/EMT with over 9 years of dedicated service, recognized for exceptional teamwork and crisis management skills. Adept in executing advanced rescue techniques and ensuring public safety, particularly during high-pressure situations like Hurricane Michael and the Chipola Complex. Committed to community safety and patient care, with multiple certifications in firefighting and emergency medical services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/ EMT
Davenport Fire Department
Davenport
08.2025 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate assistance on-site.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during active firefighting operations.
- Maintained firefighting apparatus and ensured readiness for emergencies in an Engineer capacity.
- Educated the community on fire safety and prevention practices.
- Participated in training exercises to enhance firefighting skills and knowledge.
Firefighter/ EMT
Bay County Emergency Services
Panama City
12.2016 - 05.2025
- Firefighter/EMT with 9 years of career experience covering various emergency response scenarios.
- Served 1 year as a volunteer firefighter and was Bay County Fire Rescue Volunteer Firefighter of the year in 2016.
- Proficient in firefighting, search and rescue operations, surf rescue, and fire prevention outreach initiatives.
- Demonstrated high levels of teamwork and dedication to safety during Hurricane Michael and the Chipola Complex, effectively managing high-pressure situations and ensuring public safety.
- Executed advanced rescue techniques, significantly enhancing patient recovery rates and reducing response times in emergency situations.
- Was awarded the first intubation award for the Paramedic Class for being the first to achieve a successful intubation in the field.
Education
Associate's - Emergency Medical Services
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, Florida08.2022
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Fire Safety
- Public Speaking
- Rescue Techniques
- BLS Certified
- Emergency Response
- Patient Care
- Fire Prevention
- Health and Wellness
- Physical Fitness
- Incident Command
- Trauma Response
- Emergency Medical Training
- Emergency Medical Care
- Disaster Response
- Rescue Operations
- Firefighter Training
- Patient Transport
- Surf Rescue Specialist
- Aerial Operations
- Pump Ops Certified
- Certified ICS-100
- Certified ICS-200
- Certified ICS-700
- Certified ICS-800
- EVOC
- VFIS
- S-130
- S-190
- L-180
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Spending time with my wife and 3 children and our 2 dogs and 3 cats
- Spending time with friends
- Listening and playing music
- Golf
- Weight lifting and physical fitness
Personal Information
- Title: Firefighter/EMT
- Date of Birth: 12/14/90
Timeline
Firefighter/ EMT
Davenport Fire Department
08.2025 - Current
Firefighter/ EMT
Bay County Emergency Services
12.2016 - 05.2025
Associate's - Emergency Medical Services
Gulf Coast State College