Jonathan Willis
Waynesville
Summary
Hello my name is Jonathan Willis I am a hard working individual and a fast learner I have over ten years in the emgencery services field and eager to learn more
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Burn Crew Member/Part Time
The Nature Conservancy
Asheville
10.2023 - Current
- Establish and maintain communication threw word of mouth and radio communication
- Utilized GPS systems to map out areas burned by wildfires and create accurate records of fire perimeters.
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
- Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
Firefighter\ AEMT/Seasonal Worker
Wildland Registery
Scottsdale
03.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
Firefighter /AEMT/Full Time
Leicester vol Fire Dept
Leicester
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Training Coordinator/ Firefighter
Fines Creek Volunteer Fire
Clyde
5 2008 - 12.2023
- Evaluated employee performance before, during, and after training sessions.
- Assisted in designing, developing, and implementing new training methods and techniques.
- Managed training calendars to inform participants of upcoming training session topics and dates.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Provided support services during natural disasters such as floods or hurricanes.
Certified Pest Control Technician/Full Time
Dodson Pest Control
Asheville
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Performed inspections of customer premises to assess pest infestations and determine appropriate treatments.
- Mixed chemicals according to label directions in order to create effective solutions for treating pests.
- Conducted interior and exterior applications of insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, growth regulators and other products using hand or power sprayers, dusters and foggers.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic Fulltime
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
Candler
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation in [Location].
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
Delivery Driver/Fulltime
Fed Ex Ground
Asheville
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
Wildland Firefighter/Seasonal Worker
U.S Forest Service
Kooskia
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
- Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Utilized GPS systems to map out areas burned by wildfires and create accurate records of fire perimeters.
- Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Operated firefighting equipment, including chainsaws, fire pumps, and hoses, under hazardous conditions.
- Assessed terrain features such as slopes, wind direction and vegetation types when responding to a wildfire.
- Worked on equipment desk and demobilized fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
- Utilized incident command systems and protocols during firefighting and emergency operations.
- Conducted controlled burns to reduce wildfire risks and manage ecosystems.
- Utilized navigation skills in remote areas to reach and suppress wildfires.
- Engaged in post-fire operations, including mop-up and rehabilitation of affected areas.
Supervisor/ Security Officer/Fulltime
Allied universal security services
Asheville
5 2016 - 2 2018
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
Education
CON ED - AEMT
Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC06.2023
GED -
Haywood Community College
2017
Firefighter 1-2
Haywood Community College
Rescue technician
Haywood Community College
Skills
- Schedule coordination
- Employee training
- Materials organization
- Innovative
- Quick learner
- Proficiency in [area]
- Excellent communication
- Time management skills
- Excellent with kids
- Computer proficient
Affiliations
Training officer in firefighting activities ,captain over junior firefighters between the ages of 15-18
Timeline
Firefighter\ AEMT/Seasonal Worker
Wildland Registery
03.2024 - Current
Burn Crew Member/Part Time
The Nature Conservancy
10.2023 - Current
Firefighter /AEMT/Full Time
Leicester vol Fire Dept
08.2021 - 12.2023
Certified Pest Control Technician/Full Time
Dodson Pest Control
07.2020 - 08.2021
Firefighter/EMT-Basic Fulltime
Enka Candler Fire Rescue
07.2019 - 06.2020
Delivery Driver/Fulltime
Fed Ex Ground
10.2018 - 07.2019
Wildland Firefighter/Seasonal Worker
U.S Forest Service
03.2018 - 10.2018
Training Coordinator/ Firefighter
Fines Creek Volunteer Fire
5 2008 - 12.2023
Supervisor/ Security Officer/Fulltime
Allied universal security services
5 2016 - 2 2018
CON ED - AEMT
Haywood Community College
GED -
Haywood Community College
Firefighter 1-2
Haywood Community College
Rescue technician
Haywood Community College