Dedicated concrete laborer and firefighter with a strong focus on safety compliance and emergency response. Proven ability to train others and lead teams in high-pressure situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concrete Laborer
Fireside Concrete
Topeka, Kansas
01.2014 - 11.2024
Poured and finished concrete surfaces with precision to ensure quality and durability.
Prepared job sites by clearing debris and setting up forms, facilitating efficient concrete pours.
Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
Loaded and unloaded materials for construction tasks.
Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
Disposed of debris and cleaned up work area to maintain safety and organization upon project completion.
Firefighter
State of Kansas
Topeka, Kansas
01.2012 - 11.2023
Responded to emergencies, delivering crucial assistance and support to individuals in distress.
Operated firefighting equipment, maintaining readiness for effective response during incidents.
Conducted fire prevention inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Communicated effectively with crew members, fostering teamwork and ensuring coordinated responses in stressful situations.
Maintained accurate records of incidents and equipment inspections, enhancing operational transparency and accountability.
Crash Rescue Fire Fighter
Air Force National Guard
Topeka, Kansas
01.2012 - 11.2023
Trained new recruits on firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
Conducted drills and training exercises to maintain proficiency in search and rescue techniques.
Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
Prepared detailed reports on all activities conducted during a shift.
Making Rank to E7 in the 11 years I served. Honorable Discharge
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Heavy Equipment Operation
Associated Training Services (ATS)
Sun Prairie, WI
Skills
Concrete finishing
Reinforcement placement
Site preparation
Site Layout
Site work
Tool operation
Safety compliance
Emergency response
Heavy equipment Safety
Skid Steers
Dump trucks
Backhoes
Excavators
Dozers
Scrapers
Motor Graders
Certification
Certificate of Completion- ATS- Heavy equipment training program 2
Accomplishments
Air and space outstanding unit award- USAF
National Defense Service Medal- USAF
Iraq Campaign Medal with 1 service star- USAF
Timeline
Concrete Laborer
Fireside Concrete
01.2014 - 11.2024
Firefighter
State of Kansas
01.2012 - 11.2023
Crash Rescue Fire Fighter
Air Force National Guard
01.2012 - 11.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Heavy Equipment Operation