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JAMES HENDRICKS

Mt. Juliet,Tn

Summary

Highly motivated Firefighter/ AEMT with over 30 years of experience. Dedicated to protection, safety and training. Certified and trained professional with extensive knowledge of safety procedures, firefighting and rescue techniques. Adept in providing aid to individuals of disasters of fires, vehicle wrecks and water related issues. Effective at quickly assessing situations and responding with effective solutions. Solid reputation for performance and decision-making ability.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lieutenant / Fire Fighter

Wilson County EMA
09.2000 - Current
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
  • Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
  • 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.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries, and panic.

Installer / Radio Tech Wireless

Wireless Plus
05.2005 - 06.2017
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot system faults, identifying equipment issues and resolutions.
  • Installed and configured new equipment and systems according to company standards.
  • Used hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing, and drilling of various types of installations.
  • Evaluated equipment to determine if it needed to be repaired or replaced.

Supervisor

Liberty EMS
01.1997 - 05.2005

• Supervisor in charge of training, supplies, radio comms, vehicle and personnel records for state audit.

• Supervisor in charge of 8-member neonatal team specialized in transporting new born babies.

Education

International Association of Firefighters

International Code Council

Fire Department Safety Officer Association

Skills

Fire Officer IV

Fire Inspector II

Fire Department Incident Safety Officer

All Hazards Strike Team/Task Force Leader

Firefighter II

AEMT

Hazmat Specialist

Rescue Diver

Swiftwater Tech

Certification


• Fire Instructor II

• Extrication Instructor

• CPR Instructor

• EVOC Instructor

• Swiftwater Instructor

• ICS Instructor

• Hazmat Tech Instructor

• Certified Valve repair tech

• Certified Cleaning cylinder tech

• Certified Visual cylinder inspector

• Certified MSA field service tech

• Certified Amkus field service tech

Timeline

Installer / Radio Tech Wireless

Wireless Plus
05.2005 - 06.2017

Lieutenant / Fire Fighter

Wilson County EMA
09.2000 - Current

Supervisor

Liberty EMS
01.1997 - 05.2005

International Association of Firefighters

International Code Council

Fire Department Safety Officer Association
JAMES HENDRICKS