Anthony Crossgrove
Fort Wayne
Summary
Proficient Firefighter/EMT-B with a strong background in firefighting and medical emergencies. Experience with leadership in diverse teams, enhancing operational readiness and ensuring safety compliance while delivering exceptional service under pressure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
East Central Fire/EMS Protection Territory
New Haven, IN
04.2022 - Current
- Respond to fire and EMS emergencies, make rapid assessments, and implement emergency response protocols for fire and medical incidents while maintaining composure and effectiveness under pressure.
- Conduct fire suppression operations, utilizing various firefighting equipment and techniques effectively.
- Maintain physical fitness and collaborate with team members during drills, enhancing operational readiness and response strategies.
- Operate structural pumpers, tankers, ladder trucks, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Perform routine inspections of firefighting gear, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
Infantry Team Leader
Army National Guard
Fort Wayne, IN
10.2014 - 10.2026
- Lead and train diverse teams in operational tactics and mission planning.
- Mentor junior leaders, fostering growth and leadership skills within the team.
- Utilize tactical expertise to make critical decisions under pressure, leading to successful outcomes in high-stress situations.
- Develop contingency plans for unforeseen circumstances, allowing for quick adaptation during evolving missions.
- Collaborated with other teams for joint missions, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of tasks.
- Provide situational reports to chain of command, maintaining transparency and enabling effective decision-making at higher levels.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Southwest Fire District
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2025 - Current
- PART-TIME*
- Respond to fire and EMS emergencies, make rapid assessments, and implement emergency response protocols for fire and medical incidents while maintaining composure and effectiveness under pressure.
- Conduct fire suppression operations, utilizing various firefighting equipment and techniques effectively.
- Maintain physical fitness and collaborate with team members during drills, enhancing operational readiness and response strategies.
- Operate structural pumpers, tankers, ladder trucks, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Perform routine inspections of firefighting gear, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Christian Academy
Elkhart, IN05-2014
Skills
- Quick critical thinker
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- Integrity
Certification
- Fire I & II
- EMT-B
- CPR certified
- Fire Officer I
- Fire Officer Strategy and Tactics
- Hazmat Operations/Awareness
- Tech Rescue Awareness
- Ice/Water Rescue Training - First In Training LLC
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Southwest Fire District
03.2025 - Current
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
East Central Fire/EMS Protection Territory
04.2022 - Current
Infantry Team Leader
Army National Guard
10.2014 - 10.2026
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Christian Academy