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Amanda Elligson

Cambridge,ON

Summary

I have been a Mississauga firefighter for 16 years working out of the busiest stations in the city, two of them being technical rescue stations(ice/water and auto extrication). I am a strong team player with excellent leadership skills and work very well with people. I am willing and capable to handle a wide variety of tasks that are presented. My continual learning is accomplished through experience, study, instruction and reflection. I am highly motivated, experienced and passionate and am looking for a new challenge and a chance for growth and progression within the department.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter, Acting Captain

Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services
Mississauga, ON
09.2008 - Current
  • Currently assigned to S110 as Acting Captain
  • Water/Ice Rescue
  • Vehicle extrication
  • Facilitate training for crews
  • Maintain updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Complete day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Clean, service and maintain fire apparatus in condition of readiness and perform general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Prepare detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
  • Observe strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
  • Respond immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
  • Inform and educate local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Communicate effectively with crew members while performing tasks in all types of conditions.
  • Evaluate incident scenes and call for appropriate resources.
  • Attend trainings to maintain knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Inspect buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
  • Communicae with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.

Firefighter, Volunteer

Puslinch Fire and Rescue
Puslinch, ON
12.2005 - 05.2011
  • Responded to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations: Fires, Motor vehicle accidents, Water/ice rescue, Hazmat, Pumping/drafting operations, Medical emergencies, Public assists and Public education.
  • Responsible for performing service and maintaining SCBA cylinders.
  • Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
  • Attended weekly training to maintain knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.

Fire Alarm Technician

GE Security/Edwards
Burlington, ON
03.2006 - 09.2008
  • Certified Fire Alarm Tecnician
  • Installed, tested and maintained fire alarm systems according to NFPA standards.
  • Restored malfunctioning devices to original functionality and replaced as necessary.
  • Performed regular inspections to ensure alarm systems and equipment worked according to specifications.
  • Troubleshot system malfunctions and determined necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Programmed addressable control panels with computers.
  • Conducted fire hydrant flow tests
  • Test, inspect and repair kitchen suppression systems and replace fusible links.
  • Inspect, service and repair fire extinguishers and hoses.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Protection Engineering Technician

Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON
06-2003

High School Diploma -

Jacob Hespeler Secondary School
Cambridge, ON
06-1999

Skills

  • NFPA 1001 - Firefighter Level I & II
  • NFPA 1021 - Fire Officer Level I & II
  • NFPA 1041 - Fire Service Instructor Level I
  • NFPA 1035 - Fire and Life Safety Educator Level I
  • NFPA 1006 - Surface Water Rescuer Level I & II
  • Assistant to the Fire Marshal
  • ALERT-Emergency elevator evacuation
  • Machine rescue operations- Michigan State University(NFPA 1670)
  • Report writing

Timeline

Firefighter, Acting Captain

Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services
09.2008 - Current

Fire Alarm Technician

GE Security/Edwards
03.2006 - 09.2008

Firefighter, Volunteer

Puslinch Fire and Rescue
12.2005 - 05.2011

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Protection Engineering Technician

Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology

High School Diploma -

Jacob Hespeler Secondary School

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