Zachary Kirkish
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Resilient professional with extensive experience in firefighting and emergency response. Known for strong leadership skills and effective coordination during critical incidents. I am a highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires, Mitigating Hazardous Materials, and inspection/servicing key PPE. I think quickly under pressure and remain calm in stressful situations; Offering 13 years of experience in efficiently responding to Fire and EMS Emergencies. I am proficient in performing emergency treatment and First Aid. I also have had the opportunity to be apart of the HazMat program documenting equipment and servicing the gear needed; and now also using the opportunity to be a supply officer for the department ensuring the right equipment and supplies are acquired for the department.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
USAF
Goodfellow AFB
12.2023 - Current
- Learned and practiced firefighting techniques and safety protocols during training sessions.
- Assisted in maintaining firefighting equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Familiarized myself with the responding area and my duties as a Driver/Operator.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teamwork and communication skills during exercises.
- Drive and operated structural pumpers, tankers, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
Lead Firefighter
Alamogordo Fire Department
Alamogordo, NM
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Supervised fire suppression operations, ensuring team safety and compliance with protocols.
- Developed training programs for new recruits, enhancing operational readiness and skills proficiency.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, optimizing resource allocation during critical incidents.
- Implemented fire prevention initiatives, increasing community awareness and reducing hazards.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering teamwork and professional development within the department.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, improving response strategies and team performance.
- Reduced property damage during fire incidents by effectively coordinating firefighting efforts with other emergency services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Firefighter
USAF
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
11.2013 - 11.2020
- Attended workshops focused on physical fitness and mental preparedness for emergencies.
- Engaged in continuous learning about firefighting tools, equipment, and techniques through training programs.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red Wood High School
Visalia, CASkills
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Medical response
- Search and rescue techniques
- Radio communication proficiency
- Fire pump operation
- Fireground communications
- Apparatus inspection
Certification
- Firefighter 1 - March 2014
- Firefighter 2 - March 2014
- Hazardous Materials Technician - November 2022
- Driver/Operator Pumper - August 2015
- Driver/Operator Aerial - June 2018
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician (Currently in Progress, Expected Certification March 2026)
- Fire Inspector I - February 2023
- Fire Instructor I - January 2022
- Confined Space Technician - January 2026
Timeline
Firefighter
USAF
12.2023 - Current
Lead Firefighter
Alamogordo Fire Department
04.2021 - 11.2023
Firefighter
USAF
11.2013 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Red Wood High School