Craig Grider
Mount Hermon
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Firefighter at Mud Lick Volunteer Fire Department. Proven expertise in emergency response and medical procedures, complemented by strong leadership and teamwork skills. Adept at managing high-pressure situations and ensuring safety compliance, consistently enhancing community relations through effective firefighting and rescue operations.
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Mud Lick Volunteer Fire Department
Mud Lick Ky
- Responded to emergency calls, ensuring swift and effective incident management.
- Operated firefighting equipment, maintaining readiness and functionality for immediate deployment.
- Participated in training exercises, enhancing skills in fire suppression techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, fostering communication and teamwork under pressure.
- Conducted inspections of firefighting gear, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Led fire scene assessments, identifying hazards and determining appropriate response strategies.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
Construction Worker
Clear Cut Construction
Mount Hermon, KY
01.2013 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to execute excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure adherence to safety protocols on all job sites.
- Assisted in framing, roofing, and siding installations to meet project specifications.
- Conducted site inspections to identify potential hazards and implement corrective measures.
- Trained new workers on equipment operation and safety procedures for optimal performance.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
Education
Electricity
Bowling Green Technical College
Bowling Green, KY1990
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Medical response
- Emergency response
- Medical equipment usage
- Emergency scene management
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting activities
- Firefighting
- Leadership and supervision
- Community relations
- Emergency management
- Search and rescue techniques
- Emergency medical response
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Radio communication proficiency
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- firefighter 400 hour certificatiom
Timeline
Construction Worker
Clear Cut Construction
01.2013 - Current
Firefighter
Mud Lick Volunteer Fire Department
Electricity
Bowling Green Technical College