Leo Martinez
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About
Motivated individual with three years of experience as a San Bernardino County Fire Explorer, currently serving as Assistant Post Chief. Experienced in ambulance and fire engine ride-outs with EMT training through a Fire CTE program and EMT academy. Seeking an EMT position to provide compassionate patient care, strengthen emergency medical skills, and pursue a career as a Firefighter Paramedic.
Experience
Assistant Post Chief at San Bernardino County Fire Explorer Post 351 (2024-03 – Present)
- Participate in ambulance and fire engine ride-outs, gaining experience in emergency response, patient care, and incident operations. Assist with vital signs, patient assessments, CPR, equipment preparation, and patient management under fire and EMS supervision.
- Participate in fire suppression, including hose operations, ladder skills, and basic firefighting techniques while maintaining safety and professionalism.
- Serve as Assistant Post Chief by leading and mentoring Explorers, assisting with drills, candidate interviews, and training coordination while promoting teamwork and leadership.
Volunteer Instructor at American EMT Academy (2026-06 – Present)
- Assist EMT students with hands-on practice of emergency medical skills, including patient assessments, vital signs, CPR, airway management, bleeding control, and splinting.
- Teach and reinforce EMT procedures while providing guidance, feedback, and support to improve student confidence, skills, and patient care techniques.
- Assist instructors with preparing skills stations, organizing equipment, and ensuring students are prepared for evaluations while maintaining safety standards.
Student Nutritional Services Worker at Student Nutritional Services (2025-11 – 2026-06)
- Assisted with meal preparation and service while maintaining food safety, cleanliness, and organization.
- Provided customer service to students and staff while demonstrating teamwork, reliability, and professionalism.
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment while following safety and sanitation procedures.
Education
High school Diploma – Serrano High School (2022-09 – 2026-06)
EMT 1 – American EMT Academy / Serrano EMT Academy (2026-01 – 2026-06)
Certification – Angeles National Forest Explorer Academy #31 (2025-04-04 – 2025-04-27)