David A Balister
Port Washington WI 53074
Phone: 262-***-****
E-mail: *********@*****.***
Objective
I am looking for full or part time, first shift work in the $10.00 to
$25.00 range. At this time I do not need insurance benefits. I have gained
a diversified base knowledge through my previous positions which has given
me a strong background in the attention to detail needed to maintain a
smooth accurate work flow while producing high quality end results. My
objective is a challenging position that will utilize my abilities,
knowledge and past experience to their fullest potential while producing
opportunities for personal and professional advancement. I am a fast
learner whose attributes include a professional manner and the ability to
work well independently or as part of a team. Being result oriented, I
enjoy the challenge of identifying and analyzing problem areas along with
implementing effective solutions. In short, I believe that my combination
of experience, knowledge, and personal talents would make me a good
employee. I am able to give a complete commitment to a new position. Thank
you for your time and consideration.
David A Balister
Work History
06-2003 to 06-21-2013
Ohana Ambulance
Owner Operator
. Marketing sales and customer service, create and generate print
advertising, public relations, online marketing, networking, create
and review contracts, follow-ups concerning product delivery and
quality;
. Human Resources, write job descriptions, screen and interview
candidates, hire, advancement, suspensions, discipline and discharge
of personnel, train, manage and pay employees, following all state and
federal laws;
. Oversee emergency vehicles, purchasing equipment and supplies, monitor
equipment usage, cost of running existing fleet vehicles and
equipment, statistical analyses of response time data, call volume
data, employee cost, fuel cost and consumption, outside facilities
usage of the company;
. Direct and administer the daily activities performed, inspect and
provide for the proper maintenance, cleaning and replacement of all
equipment;
. Scheduling and Dispatching 24/7, dispatching multiple units, assigning
daily pick up's and transports for ambulances and wheelchair vans,
scheduling appointments, noting crews in and out service times, point
of pick up and complete times, Averaging 10 to30 calls per hour;
. State certified EMT intermediate responding to calls for emergency
medical services, triage,starting Iv's, inserting advanced airways,
giving Iv meds, taking vital signs, breathing treatments, oxygen
administration, airway monitoring, suctioning, cardiac monitoring, 12
leads, CPR, giving shots, bandaging, long boarding, collaring,
splinting, radio calls to hospitals, emotional support for patients
and families, providing comfort and care to the sick and injured;
06-2003 To present
Grafton Fire Department
Fire fighter, Engineer, Fire Inspector, Public educator,Emergency medical
tec Intermediate.
. Work in a team environment under extremely stressful situations day
and night, which result from fires and other emergencies, including
the responsibility for remaining calm and carrying out all duties with
the recognition of the threat to life and property while in hazardous
life threatening environments ;
. Respond to fire alarms and extinguish fires, determining the best
course of action for fighting fires or other related emergency
situations, calls for specialized service such as hazardous materials,
confined spaces rescue, extrication and technical rescues that include
high angle, below grade, swift water, trench and collapse rescues;
. Engineer, operating fire apparatus, pumpers, ladders, tankers,
ambulances, and support vehicles along with pulling and backing
trailers. Cleaning and inspecting equipment and apparatus after
returning from a fire including filling fluids, compressed air tanks,
and fire extinguishers, repairing or replacing any damaged equipment;
. State certified fire inspector, knowledge of the village including
streets, buildings, water supply, unusual hazards and related items.
Follow and uphold national fire pertection codes, national building
codes, life safety codes, and state codes. Enter all village and towns
commercial properties to evaluate life safety issues, make reports,
and educate on proper ways to eliminate or reduce hazardous
situations;
. Perform various public information or education tasks such as teaching
children and adults fire safety through public speaking, hands on
teaching of fire extinguishers in live fire situations and other
demonstrations;
. State certified EMT intermediate responding to calls for emergency
medical services, traffic accidents, cpr, starting Iv's, inserting
advanced airways, giving Iv meds, working with oxygen, while provide
comfort and care to the sick and injured. Dealing with social service
related areas of emergency response by assisting victims and relatives
of traumatic events.
04-2003 to 10-2003
Cary Rentals
Maintenance
. Building and ground maintenance, patching holes in parking lots,
install maintain and repair doors, locks, toilets, sinks, windows,
blinds, garbage disposals, dishwashers, refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, Air conditioners, Light fixtures, thermostats, Painting,
faucet repair, crack sealing, drywall repair, tile repair, Bee
removal, Installing mailboxes, unclogging drains, sewer cleaning, pool
maintenance, trouble shoot equipment, fire alarm testing, maintaining
maintenance shop.
01-1992 to 04-1994
Columbia Saint Mary's hospital
Mental Health unit and Emergency Room.
. Working on locked mental health unit caring for the mentally
challenged and emotionally compromised seniors, adults, teens, and
children, dealing with life crisis. Acted as CNA responsible for:
daily life care, vitals, reports, charting, setup intake charts,
sending specimens to lab;
. Part time in the Emergency room as a Tec responsible for: triage, iv
lines, cleaning and sterilizing wounds, vital signs, Blood draws,
breathing treatments, oxygen administration, airway monitoring,
suctioning, cardiac monitoring, 12 leads, CPR, assisting with casts,
positioning patients for procedures, giving shots, bandaging, radio
call intake from ambulances, instructing on usage of crutches,
emotional and mental support for patients and families, daily life
care, call lights, cleaning re setting/stocking rooms, patient
transporting to floors.
08-1985 to 07-2006
Port Washington Fire department
. Fire Fighter, EMT-I, motor pump operator, truck maintenance, public
educator, dive team member, elevated rescue team trainer, 9 years as
full time EMS Director and Fire inspector.
Education
1982-1986
Port Washington High School
General studies
1985-present
MATC / LTC
See licenses and certificates
References
Ron Prom
945 8th Ave Grafton WI 53024
Rich Scheer
1019 4th Ave Grafton WI 53024
Bill Rice
1431 13th Ave Grafton WI
Licenses and Certificates
Multiple training certificates and licenses upon request