Zachary Springer
Firefighter/ Paramedic with 26 years of experience across fire suppression, emergency medical services (as and EMT-B and AEMT), wilderness medicine, ski patrol, hospital emergency care, and technical rescue. Trusted crew member and leader recognized for strong decision-making under pressure, effective scene leadership, and the ability to manage complex, high-risk incidents while maintaining crew safety and operational efficiency. Experienced in mentoring personnel, reinforcing professional standards, and building cohesive, high performing teams. Committed to serving the community with integrity, accountability, and operational excellence, and seeking to bring proven leadership and experience to the AMR Pueblo.
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
2 Years 5 Months- Start IVs, draw blood, perform ECGs, wound care, CPR, and ACLS support
- Assist physicians and nursing staff in emergency and trauma care
- Maintain high standards of patient safety, documentation, and care quality
Firefighter/ Paramedic
4 Years 5 Months- Respond to fire, EMS, rescue, and emergency incidents
- Provide advanced prehospital patient assessment and treatment
- Participate in training, operations, and station readiness
Ski Patrol / Paramedic
19 Years 9 Months- Provide emergency medical response in alpine and remote terrain
- Avalanche Control Technician & Certified Avalanche Blaster
- Avalanche Dog Handler
- High-Angle Rescue Technician & Instructor
- Lift Evacuation Technician & Instructor
- Conduct technical rescues and coordinate complex winter operations
Owner / Blacksmith & Welder
10 Years 11 Months- Owned and operated a successful custom iron and construction business
- Supervised employees and managed job-site safety
- Performed budgeting, bookkeeping, scheduling, and client relations
- Operated and maintained heavy machinery and fabrication tools
Wilderness Emergency Medical Instructor
1 Year 5 Months- Taught wilderness EMS, rescue medicine, and field care
- Delivered classroom and hands-on instruction in emergency scenarios
Education
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Wilderness Advanced Life Support
Nursing Prerequisites
Paramedic - Paramedicine
Skills
Certification
Firefighter 1, Paramedic (NREMT-P & Colorado), CPR, ACLS, PALS, Wilderness Advanced Life Support, Avalanche Blaster Certification, S130/S190, S212