Joshua Burnisky
Galivants Ferry
Summary
After graduating high school I attended Horry Georgetown Tech for electrical engineering for a year. Having to stop to obtain a full time job I worked in landscaping while going through HCFR volunteer training. After completing training I was a active volunteer and went to Horry Georgetown Tech to obtain my EMT basic certification to be hired full time with HCFR. After a few years of working full time I went to HGTC as a sponsored class to obtain my paramedic certificate and continuing to work for the organization. After operating as a firefighter paramedic I obtained all necessary classes to take the promotional exam to become and lieutenant. Currently have 3 years as a fire lieutenant at HCFR.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Horry County Fire Rescue
01.2014 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Increased firefighter safety by enforcing strict adherence to department policies and procedures during emergency operations.
- Collaborated with other fire departments for mutual aid support during major incidents, augmenting available resources as needed to ensure public safety objectives were met efficiently.
- Created comprehensive pre-incident planning documents to facilitate efficient responses in high-risk environments.
- Mentored new firefighters, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Established effective communication channels between command staff and frontline responders during high-pressure incidents, ensuring clear directives and information sharing.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying individual strengths to match skill sets with appropriate assignments.
- Member of the wild fire team
- Holds paramedic certification
EMT-Basic
AMS Ambulance Service
12.2013 - 01.2014
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
Horry Georgetown Tech
Conway, SC05-2018
No Degree - EMT Basic
Horry Georgetown Tech
Conway, SC05-2013
Skills
- Excellent teamwork
- Fast Learner
- Easily adapting to changes
- Fire prevention
- Firefighter safety
- Technical rescue
- Incident command
- Standard operating procedures
- Emergency medical treatment
- Fire suppression
- Emergency management
- Building inspections
- Personnel management
- Fire service
- Public education
- Emergency medical services
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Horry County Fire Rescue
01.2014 - Current
EMT-Basic
AMS Ambulance Service
12.2013 - 01.2014
No Degree - Paramedicine
Horry Georgetown Tech
No Degree - EMT Basic
Horry Georgetown Tech
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