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RICARDO IBERN LOPEZ

Naranjito,PR

Summary

Emergency Management Technician with a talent for responding to emergencies and disaster providing help when needed. Have a strong knowledge of Emergency Management, Medical Emergency, Firefighting and advanced Rescue Techniques that has molded to quickly adapt to any situation. Leading with a communicative and team-oriented mindset and having proficiency in Microsoft Office, would make a valuable asset to the company. Proven history of fostering Leadership to meet team, individual and management objectives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
14
14

Certifications

Work History

Internal Security Agent

State Election Commission
San Juan , PR
07.2021 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
  • Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
  • Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to prevent and respond to security incidents.
  • Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
  • Supervised team of 5+ security personnel during shift.
  • Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
  • Coordinated protective service operations with other emergency response agencies.

Search and Extraction NCO

Puerto Rico National Guard
Puerto Rico , PR
01.2020 - Current
  • Acted as team leader in rescue operations, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Performed rescues in ropes, confine space, collapsed structures and other environments.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Maintained updated methods and certifications
  • Worked closely with team members to inspect emergency eye wash stations, as well as develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Worked closely with team members to preform method and inspections.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
  • Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.

Technical Engineer NCO

Puerto Rico National Guard
10.2019 - Current
  • Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Performed boundary, topographic and traverse land surveys.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Trained, mentored and assigned work to subordinate crew members.
  • Compared computations from field surveys against historical data and other documentation to determine accuracy of data.
  • Compiled information necessary to stake projects for construction using engineering plans.
  • Took active role in departmental meetings, discussing geospatial needs and project updates to proactively identify and resolve concerns.
  • Checked map layers to promote accuracy, identifying and marking errors and making corrections.
  • Input and updated technical data for use in project reports and sketches.

Search and Rescue Specialist

Naranjito Municipality
01.2011 - 01.2017
  • Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
  • Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.

Education

Rescue Technician -

DoD Fire & Emergency Services Certification
Tyndall AFB, FL
03.2022

Emergency Medical Technician -

National University College
Naranjito, Puerto Rico
12.2013

High School Diploma -

Ruben Rodriguez Figueroa High School
Naranjito, PR
05.2009

Skills

    • Bilingual
    • Team building
    • First Aid/CPR
    • Team management
    • Disaster Planning
    • Emergency Response Coordination
    • Facilities Inspection
      • Supervision
      • Planning and coordination
      • Customer service
      • Field patient assessments
      • Critical decision-making skills
      • Emergency management
      • Patient evaluations

Certification


  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • CLS - Combat Life Support
  • Search And Rescue Specialist level III
  • Hazardous Material Awareness
  • Hazardous Material Operations
  • Hazmat Ops
  • Rescue Technician - Confined Space
  • Rescue Technician - Rope Rescue
  • Rescue Technician - Structural Collapse
  • Fema IS.75, 100,120,200,235,700,800
  • Wilderness and Remote First Aid
  • Active Violence Response
  • American Language Course
  • Density Moister Gauge TROXLER (3430+)

Timeline

Internal Security Agent

State Election Commission
07.2021 - 01.2024

Search and Extraction NCO

Puerto Rico National Guard
01.2020 - Current

Technical Engineer NCO

Puerto Rico National Guard
10.2019 - Current

Search and Rescue Specialist

Naranjito Municipality
01.2011 - 01.2017

Rescue Technician -

DoD Fire & Emergency Services Certification

Emergency Medical Technician -

National University College

High School Diploma -

Ruben Rodriguez Figueroa High School


  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • CLS - Combat Life Support
  • Search And Rescue Specialist level III
  • Hazardous Material Awareness
  • Hazardous Material Operations
  • Hazmat Ops
  • Rescue Technician - Confined Space
  • Rescue Technician - Rope Rescue
  • Rescue Technician - Structural Collapse
  • Fema IS.75, 100,120,200,235,700,800
  • Wilderness and Remote First Aid
  • Active Violence Response
  • American Language Course
  • Density Moister Gauge TROXLER (3430+)
RICARDO IBERN LOPEZ