Nathan Bleu
Brockton,MA
Summary
Dedicated firefighter and EMT-Basic with proven expertise in structural firefighting, emergency medical treatment, and team integration, achieving tenure within civil service, serving eleven-years while prioritizing a committed to enhancing fire safety, fowling the chain of command, and if asked, participate in developing effective training programs for high-stakes situations, recognized for exceptional stress tolerance and resilience with a strong background in emergency medical response and firefighting operations. Known for effective communication and collaboration, ready to support emergency response initiatives and enhance community safety.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Town of Wakefield Fire Department
Wakefield, MA
06.2014 - 08.2025
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance in various fire and rescue situations.
- Operated firefighting equipment, ensuring readiness and proper maintenance for efficient response.
- Conducted inspections of fire suppression systems, identifying potential hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained new firefighters on best practices, safety protocols, and operational procedures for effective department integration
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations and structure fires
Amphibious Force Reconnaissance Team Sergeant
USMC Special Missions Unit
US/Middle East
12.2005 - 12.2009
- Successfully completed high-stakes missions under challenging circumstances while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Coordinated logistics for multiple deployments, ensuring seamless transitions between locations and assignments.
- Leveraged advanced technical skills to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimizing downtime during critical operations.
- Provided s mentorship to junior team members, promoting professional growth and development.
- Led operational planning and execution for high-stakes missions, ensuring team readiness and effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented tactical strategies to optimize unit performance in diverse environments.
- Supervised and coordinated QRF for any team operating during my scheduled rotation to rest.
Education
Public Relations
Suffolk University
Boston, MA08.2026
Associate of Science - Landscape Design, Horticulture
Stockbridge School Agriculture
Amherst Ma05.2004
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- Fire safety
- Vehicle extrication
- Emergency medical treatment
- Fire command center monitoring
- Community relations
- Search and rescue techniques
- Radio communication proficiency
- Fire pump operation
- Mass casualty events
- Swift water rescue
- Apparatus inspection
- Fire prevention
- First aid certified
Certification
- PRO Board I/II Firefighter
- Hazmat Operational Response Technician
- Open, Swift-Water, Ice Rescue, all Technician
- NREMT-B, and Mass EMT-B/CPR
- ISC/NIMS 100-800
- NWCDS130 IS-190 Wildland Fire Trainer
- Small-craft rated, parachutist, rescue swimmer
- FBI Trained desolator
- Breacher, Cold Weather Survival, diver, TCCC
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Town of Wakefield Fire Department
06.2014 - 08.2025
Amphibious Force Reconnaissance Team Sergeant
USMC Special Missions Unit
12.2005 - 12.2009
Public Relations
Suffolk University
Associate of Science - Landscape Design, Horticulture
Stockbridge School Agriculture