CHRIS FERREIRA
Fire Captain
NORTON,MA
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills. An organized and dependable candidate who successfully manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated firefighting professional with excellent leadership, planning, and scene management abilities. Talented in keeping crew members at peak performance with continuous training and expert, motivational talents. Ready for any challenge and certified in multiple areas.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Fire Captain
Town Of Norton
6 2022 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
Fire Lieutenant
Town Of Norton
04.2018 - 06.2022
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
Firefighter
Town Of Norton
08.2006 - 04.2018
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Call Firefighter
Town Of Raynham
05.2003 - 06.2007
- Responded to medical emergencies and performed life saving measures at an EMT-B level.
- Responded to station for full alarms and station coverage.
- Was certified as FireFighter I/II through the call department from the Massachusetts Fire Academy
Industrial School Teacher
Massachusetts Department Of Correction
05.2001 - 08.2006
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
Education
Masters of Public Administration - Fire And Emergency Services
Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA 08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA 04.2020 - 07.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI 09.1996 - 06.1998
Skills
Personnel management
Firefighting operations
Resources allocation
Purchasing and Budget
Fire prevention
Records Management
Self Motivation
Training Oversight
Certification
OEMS Paramedic
Timeline
Incident Safety Officer
05-2024
Fire Prevention Officer Credential- Level 1
10-2023
Masters of Public Administration - Fire And Emergency Services
Anna Maria College
08.2023 - Current
NFA Managing Officer Program
03-2023
Fire Instructor II
11-2022
Fire Officer II
10-2021
Fire Officer I
01-2021
Fire Instructor I
11-2020
Bachelor of Science - Fire Science
Anna Maria College
04.2020 - 07.2023
Fire Lieutenant
Town Of Norton
04.2018 - 06.2022
Firefighter I/II
12-2006
Firefighter
Town Of Norton
08.2006 - 04.2018
OEMS Paramedic
06-2006
Call Firefighter
Town Of Raynham
05.2003 - 06.2007
Industrial School Teacher
Massachusetts Department Of Correction
05.2001 - 08.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
09.1996 - 06.1998
Fire Captain
Town Of Norton
6 2022 - Current
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