Volunteer Fire Fighter resume example with 20+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
resumesample@example.com
(555) 432-1000,
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
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Summary
Upbeat, customer-focused, flexible and approachable, with strong organizational and time management skills. Able to deliver memorable guest experience through welcoming interactions and willingness to learn new ideas. The day we quiet learning is the day we quiet living.
Skills
Ladder operation
Alarm response
Public assistance and support
Weather condition assessment
Apparatus maintenance
Rescue equipment proficiency
Medical response
Fire response team direction
Incident safety
Time and resource allocation
Staff development and leadership
Staff scheduling
Evacuation direction and guidance
Public safety and security
Report preparation
Facility and equipment maintenance
First aid certified
Life and property protection
Scheduled maintenance
Diagnostic procedures
Safety processes
Parts replacement
Proper parts storage
Reporting and documentation
Repair work
Wiring systems
Machinery testing
Supervision
Reliable and trustworthy
Friendly, positive attitude
Team building
Retail merchandising expertise
Documentation and recordkeeping
Money Transfer Systems
Communication
People skills
Team management
Education and Training
NorthWest Arkansas Community CollegeBentonville, ARExpected in ā ā:EMT - GPA:
Lincoln High SchoolLincoln, AR, Expected in 05/1984 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Certifications
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Auto Extrication Certified
Swift Water Certified
Ropes Certified
Confined Space Certified
Track Recovery Specialist
SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) minor maintenance certified
Experience
Dk Security - Volunteer Fire Fighter Haslett, MI, 10/1993 - Current
Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
Set up and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools in emergency situations.
Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Assessed nature and extent of fire, condition of buildings, danger to adjacent buildings and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.
Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires using shovels and engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Checked all equipment, including hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
Responded directly to residential and business emergency situations to serve community.
Responded to medical emergencies, alarms and bomb threats.
Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
Served 12 years as Secretary/Treasure I kept minutes at all meeting & maintained dept checkbook
Recorded required data from Officers incident reports for management team.
Demonstrated ability to think fast and remain calm under pressure.
Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
Supplied internal and external security of the mall property.
Oversaw highly effective security team and managed scheduling and resource allocation.
Implemented new security protocols to prohibit trespassing and increase safety.
Managed staff schedules for all shifts and events to minimize overtime costs
Implemented training procedures for all newly hired personnel.
Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
Reduced general liability claims through enforcing safety protocols, detailed statements and training.
Issued criminal trespass warnings to possible suspects and assisted police in apprehending and processing shoplifters.
Trained new security officers on safety protocols and company standards.
Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
U S Army National Guard (SVC Btry 2/142 FA) - Track Vehicle Mechanic City, STATE, 12/1982 - 12/2003
Assessed equipment to determine cause of issue or malfunction and identified appropriate repairs.
Completed regular preventive maintenance on field artillery equipment.
Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
Troubleshooted, diagnosed, Located, and/or removed outdated, malfunctioning and worn components to repair, refurbish or replace with new parts.
Worked in shop and field to handle heavy equipment repair, maintenance and commissioning needs.
Removed defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems and replaced with new parts, enabling machines to return to service.
Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
I held the rank of Staff Sargent I was a track Recovery Specialist of a M88A2 (Heavy Recovery Track Vehicle) & a squad leader, I supervised lower ranking soldiers.
Walmart - Sales Floor Associate City, STATE, 01/1988 - 12/1991
Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
Replenished floor stock and processed efficient shipments to maintain optimal product availability for customer demands.
Reduced store theft by observing customers, identifying security risks.
Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
Counted cash, made change and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
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