Brian Taylor
Denmark
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Jackson Fire Department. Expert in fire suppression and emergency response, demonstrating exceptional safety protocols and hazardous materials handling. Proven ability to operate vehicles in diverse conditions while maintaining readiness through rigorous equipment maintenance. Committed to protecting communities with decisive action and strategic problem-solving skills. I have had several occasions where I fill in as the captain when the captain is on vacation. I have experience with doing reports, sending emails, and filling out scheduling on the First Due app. I have completed the necessary requirements for Fire Officer 1, and I have completed the class and passed the state test. Fire Officer 2 will help me further my career by providing valuable information needed to make decisions in the heat of the moment and how to prepare documents and budgets that may be required.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver/Engineer
Jackson Fire Department
Jackson
06.2018 - Current
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Operated a variety of vehicles safely in diverse weather conditions.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, and other tools.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
Firefighter
Jackson Fire Department
Jackson
07.2011 - 06.2018
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Side High School
Jackson, TN05-2008
Skills
- Fire suppression
- Safety protocols
- Emergency response
- Vehicle operation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Traffic law compliance
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
- Jackson Tn firefighter recruit school
- Hazmat awareness & operations
- Hazmat Tech level training
- Grain bin rescue training
- Incident Safety officer
- Fire Officer 1
Timeline
Driver/Engineer
Jackson Fire Department
06.2018 - Current
Firefighter
Jackson Fire Department
07.2011 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
South Side High School
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