Joshua Adams
Savannah,GA
Summary
Dynamic firefighter with extensive experience at Chatham County Fire Department, skilled in structural firefighting and first aid. Proven leader fostering teamwork and resilience under pressure, successfully mitigating property damage during emergencies. Committed to continuous improvement and operational efficiency through rigorous training and equipment maintenance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Chatham County Fire Department
07.2024 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
Firefighter
Chatham Emergency Services
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Laborer
Sweats Portable Buildings
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Firefighter
Burke County Emergency Management Agency
12.2016 - 02.2020
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
Education
No Degree -
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GAHigh School Diploma -
Jenkins County High School
Millen, GA05-2015
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Firefighting
- Fire suppression
Certification
- Rope Rescue Technician Level I & II – ProBoard
- Incident Command System Certifications 100-400 Levels – Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (ProBoard).
- GA class F Driver's License
- ProBoard FF I & FF II
- Instructor I
- NPQ Evaluator
- ProBoard Fire Officer I
- Fire Officer II (ProBoard pending)
- ProBoard Apparatus Operator Pumper
Timeline
Firefighter
Chatham County Fire Department
07.2024 - Current
Firefighter
Chatham Emergency Services
02.2022 - 06.2024
Laborer
Sweats Portable Buildings
07.2021 - 01.2022
Firefighter
Burke County Emergency Management Agency
12.2016 - 02.2020
No Degree -
Georgia Southern University
High School Diploma -
Jenkins County High School
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