Matthew Crocker
Moose Jaw,SK
Summary
Firefighter with 20+ years of experience performing firefighting and emergency medical duties. Passionate about protecting lives and property through dedicated service. Works cooperatively with other first responders to gain control of emergency scenes. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Instructor
Suncrest College/ SERI
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted classroom lectures and hands-on exercises to teach fire safety principles.
- Instructed on proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Facilitated discussions between students regarding real-world scenarios.
- Evaluated student's knowledge through written exams and practical drills.
- Provided guidance and support to students throughout the program duration.
- Advised students on career paths within the fire service profession.
Firefighter
City of Moose Jaw
10.2004 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Assisted with training and development of new firefighters through development of extensive job-related modules.
- Taught lessons to area school children about fire safety.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring appropriate staffing levels were maintained at all times for optimal department functionality.
- Directed work of up to 11 firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
Rescue Technician
Haztech
05.2014 - 10.2016
- Performed daily equipment checks to ensure operational readiness.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Monitored weather conditions and updated safety protocols accordingly.
- Maintained a detailed log of all emergency responses and activities.
Airport Firefighter
ATCO Frontec
06.2001 - 07.2008
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Firefighter
17 Wing Dundurn
04.2003 - 10.2004
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
Emergency Medical Technician
Midway Ambulance
01.2003 - 04.2003
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Assessed the scene of an accident or incident before providing medical assistance.
- Monitored patient status during transport ensuring safety at all times.
- Documented patient assessment findings in accordance with established protocols.
Education
Alberta Fire Training School (Fire Etc)
Vermilion, ABManitoba Emergency Services College
Brandon, MBJustice Institute of British Columbia
Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Technology
Regina, SKTeex
College Station, TXSkills
- Emergency Response
- Medical Response
- Public Assistance and Support
- Fire Suppression Work
- Search and Rescue
- Ladder Operation
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Alarm Response
- Community Education
- Life and Property Protection
- Fire Prevention
- Public Education
Certification
NFPA 1001 -Level 1 & 2 Firefighter
NFPA 1002 - Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator
NFPA 1003 – Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting
NFPA 1006 – Rescue Practices
NFPA 1006- Rope Rescue Level 1
NFPA 1006 – Confined Space Level 1
NFPA 1006 – Rope Rescue Level 1
NFPA 1006 – Trench Rescue Level 1 & 2
NFPA 1021 - Fire Officer Level 1
NFPA 1021 - Fire Officer Level 2
NFPA 1021 - Fire Officer Level 3
NFPA 1031 - Fire Inspector Level 1
NFPA 1031 - Fire Inspector Level 2
NFPA 1041- Fire Service Instructor 1
NFPA 1081- Incipient Fire
NFPA 1081- Interior/ Exterior Fire
NFPA 1081- Fire Brigade Leader
NFPA 472 - Awareness
NFPA 472- Operations
NFPA 472 - Technician
NFPA 472 - Incident Command
Incident Command System – 100 & 200 & 300 & 400
Saskatchewan College of Paramedics – Emergency Medical Responder
ITLS Basic Provider
Advanced Industrial Fire Response – Texas A&M
Timeline
Fire Instructor
Suncrest College/ SERI
04.2024 - Current
Rescue Technician
Haztech
05.2014 - 10.2016
Firefighter
City of Moose Jaw
10.2004 - Current
Firefighter
17 Wing Dundurn
04.2003 - 10.2004
Emergency Medical Technician
Midway Ambulance
01.2003 - 04.2003
Airport Firefighter
ATCO Frontec
06.2001 - 07.2008
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Alberta Fire Training School (Fire Etc)
Manitoba Emergency Services College
Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Technology
Teex
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