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Overview
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Education
Skills
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Zachary Leitzel

Richfield,Pennsylvania

Summary

Experience in fire/EMS total for 9 years. Having learned procedures and operations from multiple departments and counties. I have taken a few Fire Officer and leadership classes both at the state fire academy and the National Fire Academy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter/EMT

New Kingstown Fire Company
12.2022 - Current
  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
  • Trained new recruits in fire suppression techniques, improving team efficiency and readiness.
  • Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Learned first due are and radio operations/procedures for the county.

Emergency Medical Technician

Fame EMS
08.2017 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
  • Operating and managing a fire department rehabilitation unit/services and fire/EMS support.

Education

General Studies

East Juniata Junior Senior Highschool
McAlisterville, PA
06.2019

Skills

  • Structural Firefighting
  • EMT-B Certified
  • Fire Safety
  • Stress tolerance and resilience
  • Emergency Response
  • Medical equipment usage
  • Fire prevention
  • Emergency support

Certification

Firefighter 1

NIMS 100,200,700,800

BVR-T

Hazardous Materials Ops

Officers Command

Active Shooter Awareness

EMT-B

Stop the Bleed

Timeline

Firefighter/EMT

New Kingstown Fire Company
12.2022 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Fame EMS
08.2017 - Current

Firefighter 1

NIMS 100,200,700,800

BVR-T

Hazardous Materials Ops

Officers Command

Active Shooter Awareness

EMT-B

Stop the Bleed

General Studies

East Juniata Junior Senior Highschool
Zachary Leitzel