Gary Anderson
Yorkville
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional recognized for exceptional time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable and adaptable, with a quick capacity to learn and apply new skills in dynamic environments. Committed to leveraging these strengths to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Eager to embrace challenges that promote personal and professional development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Aurora Sportsman Club
Waterman, IL
01.2018 - Current
- Operated vehicles and equipment safely to minimize risks to people and property.
- Mowed and trimmed yards every weekly in line with maintenance standards.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Maintained vehicles and equipment through troubleshooting and malfunction correction.
Firefighter/Firefighter/EMT-B
Bloomingdale Fire Protection District
Bloomingdale, IL
09.2004 - 11.2024
- Completed career journey and retired in November 2024.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
- Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
- Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment.
- Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
- Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
Dump Truck Driver
Ground Effects
Yorkville, IL
03.2005 - 11.2007
- Operated dump truck for efficient transportation of materials to various job sites.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all driving operations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and identify maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with site managers to coordinate delivery schedules and optimize workflow efficiency.
- Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
East High School of Aurora
Aurora, IL06.1988
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, ILSome College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Southern Fox Valley EMS System
GenevaSome College (No Degree) - Fire Investigation
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILSkills
- Property maintenance
- Structural repair
- Maintenance scheduling
- Pathway construction
- Basic carpentry
- Power tool proficiency
- Hand tool expertise
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Power equipment operation
- Electrical and plumbing service
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Operated heavy equipment
Timeline
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Aurora Sportsman Club
01.2018 - Current
Dump Truck Driver
Ground Effects
03.2005 - 11.2007
Firefighter/Firefighter/EMT-B
Bloomingdale Fire Protection District
09.2004 - 11.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Waubonsee Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Southern Fox Valley EMS System
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Investigation
College of DuPage
High School Diploma -
East High School of Aurora
Education and Training
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