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FIREFIGHTER/ENGINEER
Professional Summary
Reliable Firefighter touting 1 year responding to all types of emergency calls. Knowledgeable resource for promoting fire safety via talks and advice. Promoting exemplary skills in performing practice drills, inspecting fire equipment and mentoring others. Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully. Highly communicative professional known for having mechanical aptitude and great integrity. A dependable Firefighter promoting exemplary talents in active listening, effective communication and quick emergency response. Highly motivated Firefighter with in-depth knowledge of safely suppressing fires. Thinkis quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 3 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms.
Skills
Fire 1 & 2 Pump Ops 1 & 2 NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 Medical First Responder Class E Drivers License Auto Extrication | EVDT Aerial Ops Hazmat Tech CPR & AED Leadership 1 & 2 Techincial Rescuer |
Work History
Firefighter/Engineer, 08/2019 to Current
City Of Harrisonburg, Va – Harrisonburg , VA
City Of Harrisonburg, Va – Harrisonburg , VA
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- 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.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires.
- Cleaned and performed general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations.
Firefighter, 04/2019 to Current
Lancaster County Fire Rescue – City , STATE
Lancaster County Fire Rescue – City , STATE
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- 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.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- 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.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires.
- Frequently lifted up to 200 pounds in course of extinguishing fires and treating injured persons.
- Cleaned and performed general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Compiled and maintained variety of departmental documentation including log books, run reports, training records, reports of suspected arson, violations of fire codes or ordinances, firefighter timesheets, accident reports, and "close call" reporting.
- Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents.
- Assisted in salvage operations and post fire operations.
- Laid out and connected hoses to fire hydrants in order to fight fires.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision making in emergency situations.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
Fire Officer 1, 12/2017 to 04/2019
McCrady Fire Dept. – City , STATE
McCrady Fire Dept. – City , STATE
- Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Inspected all equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- 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.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Completed daily training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on [Timeframe] basis.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- 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.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires.
- Compiled and maintained variety of departmental documentation including log books, run reports, training records, reports of suspected arson, violations of fire codes or ordinances, firefighter timesheets, accident reports, and "close call" reporting.
- Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents.
- Laid out and connected hoses to fire hydrants in order to fight fires.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
Education
High School Diploma: 05/2013
Lugoff-Elgin High School - City, State
Lugoff-Elgin High School - City, State
No Degree: Fire & Emergency ServiceATEC - City
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School Attended
- Lugoff-Elgin High School
- ATEC
Job Titles Held:
- Firefighter/Engineer
- Firefighter
- Fire Officer 1
Degrees
- High School Diploma : 05/2013
No Degree : Fire & Emergency Service
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