PATRICK HEARST
Hernando
Summary
Highly motivated individual with a strong desire to take on new challenges. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work effectively unsupervised and quickly acquire new skills. Takes pride in being the first to clock in and the last to clock out, consistently achieving the most during that time. Years of experience as a firefighter have honed the ability to excel in extreme stress and high-pressure situations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMS
Pafford EMS
171 Old Benton Rd. Yazoo City Ms. 39194
05.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with local EMS providers, fostering collaboration and promoting efficient patient transfers.
- Developed strong relationships with local EMS providers, ensuring optimal coordination during critical situations.
- Responded effectively to medical emergencies by administering first aid when appropriate and coordinating with EMS personnel as needed.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between EMS personnel and hospital staff by providing thorough reports on each patient''s condition upon arrival at the emergency department.
- Gathered and inputted pertinent patient information from external sources such as outpatient lab tests, nursing home, and EMS records.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families during moments of extreme stress or crisis, promoting trust in EMS services overall.
- Provided crisis intervention and emergency management, delivering information to EMS and law enforcement.
- Maintained compliance with all state and federal regulations governing EMS education programs, ensuring program accreditation and student eligibility for certification exams.
- Optimized resource utilization within the EMS agency by volunteering for additional shifts during periods of increased call volume or staffing shortages.
Fire Marshal
Yazoo City Fire and Rescue
Yazoo City, MS
10.2020 - 05.2025
- Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property and public;
- Developed and implemented training programs for firefighters;
- Supervised the maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment and supplies;
- Conducted daily inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations;
- Filed fire reports and Fire investigation form in a timely manner;
- Conducted fire investigations
- Investigated fires to determine origin and cause, providing valuable information for future prevention efforts.
- Reviewed construction projects from a fire code perspective to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations before approval was granted.
- Developed customized evacuation plans for high-risk facilities, minimizing potential harm during emergencies.
- Streamlined permit processes for efficient handling of building plans, ensuring prompt approval or necessary corrections.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses during major incidents, ensuring seamless communication among all responders involved.
- Collaborated with local emergency services to develop coordinated response plans for enhanced community safety.
Field Technician
Palmerton and Parrish Inc.
Springfield, MO
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance
- Conducted site surveys for new installations, including evaluation of existing infrastructure and installation requirements
- Maintained inventory of parts and supplies used for repairs and service calls
- Gathered information and reports, escalating product concerns to field services management
- Maintained records by documenting installation, services and repairs
- Enforced building codes and regulations
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
- Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
- Prioritized and managed multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Identified potential problems and prevented equipment failure through performing regular equipment inspections.
- Prepared and submitted reports to document work performed and provide progress updates to management.
Driller/Field Technician
Burns Cooley Dennis
Ridgeland, MS
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Inspected materials and equipment regularly to check for potential hazards and machine defects
- Performed drillings operations such as making connections, pumping drilling mud, operating the drilling rig and more
- Maintained the drilling rig and made repairs as needed
- Operated various forms of equipment and machinery
Self Contractor
Myself
Yazoo City, MS
06.2014 - 08.2017
- General construction and electrical
- Interpreted blueprint and construction plans
- Operated necessary equipment and tools for the job at hand
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yazoo County High School
Yazoo City, MS05.2014
Fire Investigator 1033 -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
Pearl, MS03.2023
Lieutenant Driver Operator -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
Pearl, MS04.2022
Hazmat -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
Pearl, MS12.2021
NFPA 1001/1002 -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
Pearl, MS12.2020
Skills
- Incident Safety
- Administration and Management
- Life and Property Protection
- First Response Services
- Personnel Management
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Fire Prevention
- Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- Sampling Techniques
- Equipment Maintenance
- Cable Pulling
- Materials Management
- Professional Communication
- Equipment Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Deadline Adherence
- Maintenance and Repair
- EMS operations
- Safety systems
Certification
- Class D CDL
- Certified ACI technician, Burns Cooley Dennis
- Certified Firefighter, YCFD
- Certified Lieutenant Driver Operator, YCFD
- Certified Fire Investigator/Marshal, YCFD
- Certified Advanced Life Safety, YCFD
- Certified in CPR, YCFD
Timeline
EMS
Pafford EMS
05.2024 - Current
Fire Marshal
Yazoo City Fire and Rescue
10.2020 - 05.2025
Field Technician
Palmerton and Parrish Inc.
10.2019 - 10.2020
Driller/Field Technician
Burns Cooley Dennis
08.2017 - 10.2019
Self Contractor
Myself
06.2014 - 08.2017
Fire Investigator 1033 -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
Lieutenant Driver Operator -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
Hazmat -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
NFPA 1001/1002 -
Mississippi State Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Yazoo County High School