Carl Furman
123, Ellis Street
Boston, MA, 01234
(123) 456 789

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• More than four years of experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of firefighting, methods and techniques used in modern firefighting for protection of life.
• Ability to learn and maintain proficiency in basic first aid techniques.
• Ability to understand and act in accordance with department rules, policies and standard operating procedures.

EDUCATION

• High school Diploma
  Monmouth School, IL
• Certified Firefighter I and II
  The Illinois Fire Service Institute, IL
• Certified by the Illinois Department of Health
• Hazmat Operators Certificate, level 2

WORK EXPERIENCE

Firefighter-Pinkerton Government Services - Peoria, IL, 1998-Present
Duties included:

• Attend emergency incidents including such as fires, road accidents, floods, bomb incidents, and rail and air crashes.
• Minimise distress and suffering, including giving first aid before ambulance crews arrive.
• Safeguard own and other people's personal safety at all times.
• Respond quickly to unforeseen circumstances as they arise.
• Clean up and check the site after dealing with an incident.
• Inspect and maintain the fire engine and its equipment.
• Assist in the testing of fire hydrants and check emergency water supplies.
• Maintain the level of physical fitness necessary to carry out all the duties of a firefighter.

Firefighter - City of Decatur, Decatur, IL, 1995-1997
Duties included:

• Performed the full range of fire safety activities: lays hose; sets up ladders, etc.
• Operated fire department equipment and conducted rescue and salvage work.
• Administered first aid and assisted in medical incidents.
• Performed basic fire prevention and code enforcement duties such as life safety inspections.
• Performed support and maintenance activities such as servicing fire hydrants, fire equipment maintenance and repair, and station and grounds maintenance.
• Kept abreast of current fire fighting methods and operations, city geography, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Conducted public education and information activities including assisting in the preparation and dissemination of informational materials and making public presentations
• Performed vehicle and apparatus repair and maintenance.