David Sanchez
Foothill Ranch
Summary
Forward-thinking and assertive Fire Captain with strong track record of leading teams effectively during high-pressure situations. Adept at making quick decisions, managing emergency response operations, and ensuring safety of both team members and public. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and ability to inspire and motivate others. Committed to excellence and continuously pursuing opportunities for professional growth and improvement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Captain
Orange County Fire Authority
Irvine, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Performed administrative duties, such as compiling and maintaining records, completing forms, preparing reports, and composing correspondence.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities while managing a team of 4 personnel in high stress Emergency Calls Multi Hazard
- Trained junior firefighters, engineers and paramedics in the their various job duties
- Participated in public outreach programs designed to promote fire safety awareness within local communities.
- Directed firefighters in station maintenance duties, and participated in duties.
- Organized drills and exercises to evaluate firefighter competency levels and prepared after action reports as needed.
Instructor
Mt. San Antonio Junior College
Walnut, CA
08.2015 - Current
- Designed and delivered interactive training materials aimed at enhancing knowledge of hose nozzle and fitting techniques for effective fire control.
- Designed and implemented classroom and manipulative lesson plans that fostered critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Evaluated student performance utilizing state assessments and final testing methodologies.
- Guided junior instructors through mentorship programs to ensure successful attainment of state qualifications for instruction.
Fire Engineer, Firefighter/Paramedic
Garden Grove Fire Department
Garden Grove, CA
10.2010 - 08.2019
- Maintained fire stations and fire fighting equipment and apparatus In a state of readiness and to DMV standards.
- Performed as a secondary leader in a crew second in command to the Fire Captain.
- Administered first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation to injured persons and provided emergency medical care such as basic and advanced life support While also employed as a paramedic for the City of Garden Grove.
- Responded promptly driving code 3 safely and responsible for the safe and timely arrival when called upon during emergencies involving fires or hazardous materials incidents.
EMT
CARE Ambulance
Orange, CA
06.2005 - 08.2010
- Provided basic life support measures such as airway management, oxygen administration, bandaging wounds, splinting fractures and dislocations, administering cardiac monitoring devices.
- Responded quickly and efficiently in high-pressure situations.
- Demonstrated ability to provide medical care in high-pressure environments, including emergency situations and crisis management.
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Installer
RC Air Systems
Orange, CA
06.2001 - 08.2005
- Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and other specialized equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose HVAC systems.
- Excellent communication skills necessary for interacting with clients and addressing their concerns.
- Ran and operated crews of various sizes on larger jobs working directly under the business owner.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Paramedicine
Saddleback College
Mission ViejoBachelor of Arts - Business
California Coast University
Santa Ana, CA09.2027
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Fire Technology
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana09.2005
Skills
- Incident command
- Fire suppression
- Technical rescue
- Facility and equipment maintenance
- Personnel management
- Public education
- Staff development and leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Effective communication
- Crew leadership
Certification
- EMT
- Paramedic
- Firefighter 1,2
- Fire Officer
- Instructor Fire Control
- Certified Exam Evaluator for California State Fire Marshal
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Bilingual
Timeline
Fire Captain
Orange County Fire Authority
05.2022 - Current
Instructor
Mt. San Antonio Junior College
08.2015 - Current
Fire Engineer, Firefighter/Paramedic
Garden Grove Fire Department
10.2010 - 08.2019
EMT
CARE Ambulance
06.2005 - 08.2010
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Installer
RC Air Systems
06.2001 - 08.2005
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Fire Technology
Santa Ana College
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Paramedicine
Saddleback College
Bachelor of Arts - Business
California Coast University