firefighter resume example with 13 years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Professional Summary
I take my job serious all the time however I do enjoy to joke around with the guys in the fire house when it comes time to put in work the serious side of me does start to show. I have been a firefighter for a little over 11 years. I have been driving fire trucks for about 10 years. I Enjoy every aspect of the job. I have attended, Defensive driving courses and Fire Apparatus Operator.
There will always be more to learn as far as the fire service in general as well as being a Driver Operator and I am very excited to continue to learn as I go.
Skills
Certified Firefighter
Fire suppression tools operations
Firefighting activities
Fire pump operation
Fire prevention
Firefighting
CPR certified
Personnel management
Team leadership
Work History
07/2014 to CurrentFirefighter Town Of Westwood | Westwood, MA,
Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment
Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public
Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns
Filled fire trucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks
Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation
Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines
Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition every shift
Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools
Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision making in emergency situations
Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques
Cleaned and performed general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations
12/2009 to CurrentFirefighterTown Of Westwood | Westwood, MA,
Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment
Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public
Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns
Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks
Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation
Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines
Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
Participated in job related training exercises and in-class training to improve my knowledge of firefighting
Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations
Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on shift basis
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire
Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision making in emergency situations
Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires
05/2008 to 12/2009Delivery ManHome Furniture And Mattress Outlet | City, STATE,
Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times
Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift
Verified load against delivery ticket before beginning every shift
Interpreted maps and followed written and verbal directions
Drove company truck for local and intra-state pick-ups and deliveries
Completed all necessary paperwork using neat and legible handwriting
Reported customer questions, issues and complaints to management
Reported any suspected mechanical issues as quickly as possible
Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes
Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit
Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations
Loaded and unloaded 5 delivery vans per shift
Completed and submitted logs and paperwork every day to maintain records
Education
Expected in 05/2009 to to High School Diploma | Peach County High School, Fort Valley, GPA: Status -
Accomplishments
In 2019 I was awarded with Firefighter of the year for the City of Centerville.
Affiliations
Houston County Fire Department (Part-time, Volunteer)
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