Grayson Bartow
Shelby
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented worker with reliable work ethic and dedication to comprehensive task completion on strict budgets and timelines. Proficient in inventory management, project planning, and team collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter / Fire Specialist
Whitney Fire Dept.
05.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Developed and implemented fire safety plans to increase preparedness and rapid response.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Freight Conductor
CSX Railroad
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Inspected locomotives and rail cars for necessary maintenance before, during and after long routes and for regular maintenance requirements.
- Received information regarding train or rail problems from dispatchers or from electronic monitoring devices.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Performed air brake and electrical connection coupling.
- Identified potential risks during daily operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate hazards and maintain safety standards.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Homestead Landscaping And Grading
05.2019 - 02.2023
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
Fire Fighter /Engineer
Anderson City Fire Dept,
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries, and panic.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Firefighter/ Driver
Pelham Batesville Fire Dept.
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2019
High School Diploma -
Blue Ridge High School
Greer, SC06.2016
Skills
- First Aid Certified
- Problem Solving
- Personnel Management
- Disaster Management
- Leadership and Supervision
- Switching Cars
- Conflict Resolution
- Organizational Skills
- Decision Making
- Strong physical stamina
- Team coordination and collaboration
- Emphasize Safety and Regulation Compliance
Timeline
Freight Conductor
CSX Railroad
01.2022 - 07.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Homestead Landscaping And Grading
05.2019 - 02.2023
Fire Fighter /Engineer
Anderson City Fire Dept,
05.2019 - 03.2021
Firefighter / Fire Specialist
Whitney Fire Dept.
05.2017 - Current
Firefighter/ Driver
Pelham Batesville Fire Dept.
05.2016 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Greenville Technical College
High School Diploma -
Blue Ridge High School
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