I have had the enjoyment of doing many different jobs over the years. My skill set is a massive collection of experiences. Having PTSD enhances that skill set. I know the struggle and the cost of surviving PTSD, learning to live with it has been the greatest challenge I face on a daily basis. It has also been my greatest achievement.
SAR Dive team consisted of 6 divers and one diver always on duty.
Responsibilities:
Marine search and rescue
Conducted successful body retrieval missions.
Evidence recovery
Performed vehicle recovery procedures.
Monitored adherence to safety standards for commercial divers.
Regularly inspected and maintained operational standards for all equipment.
Successfully achieved Acting Captain rank first time. I was the youngest fire fighter to be promoted to an officers rank in our departments history.
In the absence of my platoon Captain I was the officer in command and responsible for all duties of the Captain.
Conducted a platoon of 7 fire fighters.
Class A/Z License
Transported oversized equipment
Road construction
Heavy equipment operation
Maintenance and repairs
Transported harvested material from the forest to the mill across international border.
I began carving during my PTSD therapy and I found it to be a very good way to clear my mind by focusing on my carving. I have sold a few, mainly I give them away or donate to a charity.