Edmund Szwarc
Magalia
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in emergency response and patient triage, honed as a Damage Controlman in the United States Navy. Proven ability to lead teams in high-pressure situations, ensuring safety and effective communication during critical incidents. Skilled in fire prevention and incident reporting, committed to community relations and emergency management. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Butte County Fire Department
Magalia
11.2024 - Current
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
Truck Driver
PBM Supply & Manufacturing
Chico
05.2024 - Current
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
Damage Controlman
United States Navy, USN
Norfolk
04.2019 - 04.2024
- Duty fire marshal responding to all emergencies on board a ship, tending to 600 crew members from fires to floods to various life-threatening and non-life-threatening injuries
- Supervised nine personnel assigned to complete various tasks related to damage control operations, such as welding repairs or rigging support structures.
- Worked alongside Corpsmen to respond and triage patients during medical emergencies, taking vitals, and administering first aid.
- Lead in drills intended to measure crew performance when addressing simulated and real life emergencies.
- Provided training on proper use of tools and materials required for completing damage control projects.
- Responded quickly to flooding emergencies by activating dewatering pumps and controlling flooding areas using portable bulkheads or patches.
- Responded quickly to any alarms indicating a possible fire hazard or emergency situation.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
Education
Bachelor - Fire Science
Southern Columbia University
Orange Beach, AL10-2025
Fire Fighting
Butte County Volunteer Fire Academy
Butte County 02-2025
High School Diploma -
Paradise High School
Paradise, CA06-2017
Skills
- Fire prevention
- Emergency response
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient triage
- Community relations
- Risk assessment
- Incident reporting
- Emergency medical services
- Incident safety
- Emergency management
- Mass casualty events
- Emergency support
- Excellent communication
Certification
- CPR/AED
- Public Service First Aid
Accomplishments
- DD 214 Honorably Discharged
- TCCC Tactical Combat Casualty Control (Navy Training)
- Two Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medals
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Butte County Fire Department
11.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
PBM Supply & Manufacturing
05.2024 - Current
Damage Controlman
United States Navy, USN
04.2019 - 04.2024
Bachelor - Fire Science
Southern Columbia University
Fire Fighting
Butte County Volunteer Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Paradise High School
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