Skeal Philip
St. John's
Summary
Reliable Firefighter touting 21 years responding to 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter
Antigua & Barbuda Fire Service
06.2002 - Current
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Inspected 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.
- Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Developed and implemented fire safety plans to increase preparedness and rapid response.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
Education
Associate in Engineering Technology - Mechanical Engineering Automotive
Antigua State College
Golden Grove, Antigua09.2000
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Regulation Enforcement
- Conditions Assessment
- Fire Suppression Tools Operations
- Fire Pump Operation
- Fire Containment
- Rescue Equipment Use
- Apparatus Inspection
- Hose Connections
- Fire Control
- Staff Scheduling
- Public Education
- Equipment Evaluation
Certification
Law Enforcement Leadership Development Program El Salvador - April 2015 to June 2015
- , Leadership and Management -Junior Officer Leadership Academy, - December 2016
- Licensed Truck Driver\Operator
- Middle Management Training - September 2020
- Certificate of Commendation
- Theoretical & Practical in Fire Ground Operational Management
- Discipline Investigation Workshop
- Caribbean Association of Fire Chiefs 2016 - Fire Rescue - EMS Symposium
- Mental Health & Stress Management Training - June 2021
- 12 hours Privileged Participation in Spanish Instruction
Timeline
Fire Fighter
Antigua & Barbuda Fire Service
06.2002 - Current
Associate in Engineering Technology - Mechanical Engineering Automotive
Antigua State College
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