Main Responsibilities of an Engineer Paramedic at San Ramon Valley Fire
Casey's role as an Engineer Paramedic at Station 31 involves "driving the apparatus" and performing rig checkouts to ensure equipment like "the ladder, air brand, and pump" are functional. During fire responses, Casey may operate the pump supplying water or work on the roof cutting holes, demonstrating a versatile skillset combining driving, equipment maintenance, and firefighting operations.
Emergency Response, Vehicle Maintenance, Fire Suppression, Rescue Operations, Teamwork
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Casey Good
Engineer Paramedic
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District
Butte college
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Environmental & Related Sciences
Government & Public Sector
Medical
Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Drives fire apparatus and performs rig checkouts, ensuring equipment functionality and safety.
2. Operates pump panel to supply water to firefighters during fire incidents.
3. Participates in rescue operations, including roof access and victim search, working as part of a team.
Transcript
What are your main responsibilities within your current role as an engineer and paramedic?
As an engineer and paramedic, my current roles include driving the apparatus. I'm currently at Station 31 in downtown Danville.
I switch between an engine company and a truck company. When I arrive in the morning, I perform a full rig checkout. This includes ensuring my ladder, air brake, and pump all work.
I verify that all intricate parts of the fire engine are safe to drive and that I have all necessary equipment. On a fire call, now that I'm in the driving role, I either go all in with my crew or stay outside.
If I'm on scene, I'll operate the pump panel, supplying water to firefighters inside the building. If I'm on the truck company, we sometimes split up. Another firefighter and I may go to the roof to cut a hole while our captain and a fourth firefighter search for victims inside.
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