Osvaldo Pina
Columbus
Summary
Professional and highly skilled firefighter with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, strong leadership, and commitment to community safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Columbus Fire And EMS
04.2024 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Firefighter Engineer
Whitfield County Fire Department
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
Service Member
GA National Guard
02.2015 - 02.2024
- Was a member in a 12 man maneuver advisor team with 6th SFAB.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance as team maintenance liaison.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members and partner nations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted partner nation in critical training to meet requirements for UN
Education
High School Diploma -
Dalton High School
Dalton05.2015
Skills
- Structural firefighting / wildland firefighting
- First aid certified / BLS
- Fire safety
- EMT-Basic (In progress)
- Vehicle extrication
- Hazardous materials management
- Emergency apparatus operator
- Emergency scene management
- Search and rescue techniques
- Trauma assessments and triage
Certification
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Driver/Operator Pumper Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
- Firefighter I/II Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
- EMT - Basic training - In progress, expected completion: January 2025
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
References
Chris West
Battalion Chief, Whitfield County Fire Department, GA
Phone: 706-952-5302
Tim Stephens
Battalion Chief, Whitfield County Fire Department, GA
Phone: 706-260-6580
Zachary Lipke
Firefighter/ EMT, Columbus Fire and EMS, GA
Phone: 404-644-6837
Timeline
Firefighter
Columbus Fire And EMS
04.2024 - Current
Firefighter Engineer
Whitfield County Fire Department
09.2018 - 06.2023
Service Member
GA National Guard
02.2015 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Dalton High School
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Driver/Operator Pumper Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
- Firefighter I/II Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System.
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
- EMT - Basic training - In progress, expected completion: January 2025
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