Coral Strugnell
Victoria,BC
Summary
Highly motivated first responder with experience in emergency medical and rescue services, seeking a Firefighter position at Edmonton Fire Rescue Services. My background as a Lieutenant Firefighter with Metchosin Fire Department has cultivated confident and quick thinking abilities, enabling calm leadership in emergency situations. Skilled at contributing to a highly competent team for fire suppression, first responder duties, and diligent maintenance of fire apparatus and equipment. Possessing physical and mental capabilities required for excellence in this role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Metchosin Fire Department
11.2021 - Current
- Maintaining strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Educating public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Responding to emergency medical calls to perform life saving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Deployments on Structural Protection Units to BC Wildfires.
General Laborer
Garry Oak Vista
10.2022 - Current
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Protected native flora by effectively eradicating invasive plants from natural habitats.
- Supported animal welfare by providing proper care, feeding, and living conditions for livestock.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Firesmart Representative
INSTINCT Training
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to mitigate interface forest fire hazards from residential properties
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service
- Installed rooftop sprinklers to minimize the threat of potential fire spread
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
Patient Porter
VIHA Island Health
12.2017 - 02.2022
- Transporting patients for admissions and medical testing using stretchers and other mobility aids
- Maintaining patient confidentiality, safety and tracking accuracy
- Working within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment
- Demonstrating respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Exceeding goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Claremont Secondary school
Saanich, BC06.2017
Skills
- Communication proficiency
- Creative problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective teamwork
- Compassion
- Emotional intelligence
- Resilience
- Commitment to costumer service
Certification
- EMA First Responder Licence (Ministry Of Health)
- Emergency Medical Responder (Canadian Red Cross)
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 and 2
- NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver / Pump Operator
- NFPA 1006 Rope & Confined Space Rescue Technician
- NFPA 1072 HAZMAT Response Operations
- NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer
- NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor 1
- NFPA 1561 Emergency Scene Management 1, & 2
- Incident Command System Level 200
- Electric Vehicle Safety Training For Emergency Responders
- ASME A17.4-2015 Guide for Emergency Personnel (Elevator Rescue)
- WSPP-WFF1 Wildland Firefighter Level 1 Workshop
- S115 BCWS Structure Protection
- BCWS Engine Boss
- BCWS Task Force Leader/ Strike Team Leader Level 1
- BCWS Large Water Moving System Demonstration
- Wild Life Dangerous Tree Assessor
- Virtual FireSmart Representative Workshop
- Class 3 drivers license (Automatic transmission only)
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- PADI scuba diver / SSI Adventure Diver
Accomplishments
- 2024 Firefighter of the year - Metchosin Fire Department
- 2018 Diving Winter Senior Nationals -1 meter - 4th / 3 meter - 5th
- 2017 Canada Games Diving -1 meter - 2nd / 3 meter - 3rd
- 2017 Dresden Youth International Diving Meet -3 meter finalist
Timeline
General Laborer
Garry Oak Vista
10.2022 - Current
Firesmart Representative
INSTINCT Training
03.2022 - 10.2022
Firefighter
Metchosin Fire Department
11.2021 - Current
Patient Porter
VIHA Island Health
12.2017 - 02.2022
Highschool Diploma -
Claremont Secondary school
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