Kael Keilwitz
Bemidji
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Smokechaser
Minnesota Department Of Natural Resources
Bemidji, MN
01.2024 - Current
- Committed to successful firefighting operations by maintaining optimal physical fitness and mental preparedness.
- Engaged in training and certification to become a competent wildland firefighter.
Junior Firefighter
Bemidji Fire Department
Bemidji, MN
10.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls and observed performance of lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with emergency responders on scene to ensure public safety
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station to maintain job pride.
- Operated hoses, hydrants, ladders and other firefighting equipment in training environments.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Volunteered at the station's community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
Game Developer
Self-Employed
09.2023 - Current
- Self-employed independent contractor
- Used debugging techniques to identify issues with computer code and resolve errors.
- Designed and implemented gameplay mechanics and interactive elements for multiple titles.
- Prioritized tasks and carefully managed time to consistently meet delivery dates.
- Created 3D models and other assets for multiple video games.
- Used game analytics to design and implement marketing strategies, game updates, and in-game content additions
Lifeguard
Camp Wilderness
Park Rapids, MN
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
- Taught scouts a variety of Merit Badges and Awards
- Maintained clean and welcoming camp environment
Lifeguard
Bemidji Area Schools
Bemidji, MN
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Taught swim lessons as certifie
Cooking Aide
Camp Wilderness
Park Rapids, MN
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Taught scouts the Cooking Merit Badge
- Maintained clean and welcoming camp environment
- Certified as a lifeguard by the Boy Scouts of America
- Certified Basic Life Support Provider by the American Heart Association in First Aid and CPR
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Learned and demonstrated emergency water rescue techniques
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Programming
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN2027
High School Diploma -
Treknorth High School
Bemidji, MN04.2024
No Degree -
Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MNNo Degree - Emergency Medicine
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, NDSkills
- Basic Knowledge of Fire Suppression Tools and Operations
- Emergency First Aid
- Administration and Management
- Stress Management
- Education and Instruction
- Mass Communications, Social Media Management, and Public Speaking
- Physical Strength and Capabilities
- Experience with SCUBA diving
- Basic Python Programming
- Highly computer literate
- Digital 3D Modeling & Texturing
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 21 staff members to moderate online community of more than 35,000 dedicated players.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the functions, maintenance, and lifeguarding of summer camp waterfront.
- Successfully led swim training classes for participants of various ages.
- Effectively supported homesick campers who would go on to not want to leave camp
- Consistently rated highly on mid-season and end-of-season camp staff evaluations performed by my direct supervisor
- Received recognition and praise from adult leaders in end-of-week camp evaluations
- Recognized by administration for "being an incredible staff member all around camp."
Certification
- Certified Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Provider, American Heart Association - Expires 6/2024
- Certified Lifeguard, Boy Scouts of America - Expires 06/2024
- Advanced Skywarn Weather Spotter, National Weather Service Duluth - No Expiration
- Certified Swim Instructor (Levels 1, 2, and 3), Swim Lessons University - No Expiration
- Youth Protection Training, Boy Scouts of America - Expires 01/2026
- Hazardous Weather Safety Training, Boy Scouts of America - No Expiration
- Hazardous Materials Response - Awareness Level, SafeResponse - No Expiration
Additional Information
Frequent volunteer, dedicating hundreds of hours annually in direct volunteer labor for various beneficiaries, including:
- City of Bemidji, Lake Bemidji State Park, Bemidji Parks and Recreation, Bemidji Public Works
- The Boy Scouts of America and numerous of its properties
- The Audubon Society
- Bemidji Eagles Club
- Ralph Gracie American Legion Post No. 14
- Knights of Columbus Walleye Classic
- Local churches and religious institutions
Highly Trained Leader
- National Youth Leadership Training, Boy Scouts of America - 6/2021
- National Leadership Seminar, Order of the Arrow - 3/2023
- National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) - 7/2022
- Staffed the 2023 Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree
- Registered as a NOAC 2024 staff and National Communications Committee member
Heavily involved in the Order of the Arrow
- Brotherhood Honor
- Ka'Niss Ma'Ingan Lodge Chief, overseeing the Order's operations in Northern MN, WI, and MI
- Work on every level, from local to national
Timeline
Smokechaser
Minnesota Department Of Natural Resources
01.2024 - Current
Junior Firefighter
Bemidji Fire Department
10.2023 - Current
Game Developer
Self-Employed
09.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Camp Wilderness
05.2023 - 08.2023
Lifeguard
Bemidji Area Schools
10.2022 - 04.2023
Cooking Aide
Camp Wilderness
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Programming
Bemidji State University
High School Diploma -
Treknorth High School
No Degree -
Northland Community And Technical College
No Degree - Emergency Medicine
North Dakota State College of Science