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Jake Solomon Jr

Firefighter/EMS/Fire Inspector
St. Petersburg,FL

Summary

Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Smart and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting public. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Vigilant Firefighter with 35 years of experience performing firefighting and emergency medical duties. Passionate about protecting lives and property through dedicated service. Committed and physically fit professional. Works cooperatively with other first responders to gain control of emergency scenes.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Dive Team Member

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
St Petersburg, FL
04.2012 - 01.2024
  • Adhered to safety guidelines while on the Boat.
  • Search and recovery of boat incidents of victims lost due to bad weather condition or anything pertaining to water rescue.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift. Washing down the boat when returned to station if needed.
  • Participated in training sessions.

Certified Ladder Truck Operator

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
St. Petersburg, FL
01.1995 - 01.2024
  • Performed pre-trip inspections prior to beginning shift in order to ensure vehicle is running safely and efficiently.
  • Followed all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation of hazardous materials.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatch personnel about status updates.
  • Kept detailed logs of travel times, and fuel consumption according to DOT guidelines.
  • Reported any mechanical problems encountered during trips immediately upon return to terminal.
  • Inspected truck before and after each trip to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights, wipers, horn and other safety equipment.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.

Urban Search and Rescue

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
St Petersburg, FL
01.1990 - 01.2024
  • Researched best practices within the industry and made recommendations accordingly.
  • Provided support during search-and-rescue missions involving injured personnel.
  • Responding to major incidents such as Hurricane Recovery, Major Brush Fires, Tornados, collapsed buildings, etc.

Firefighter/Fire Inspector/EMS

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
St. Petersburg, FL
04.1989 - 01.2024
  • Respond to fire alarms quickly to regulate and extinguish forest or building fires.
  • Operate firefighting and rescuing equipment such as aerial ladders, axes, fire hoses etc.
  • Provide emergency medical services with compliance to established standards.
  • Inspect scenes of fire or accidents to identify causes or discover significant findings.
  • Clean up fire scenes by removing debris and burned items.
  • Respond to other emergency situations and assist those in need.
  • Write accurate reports after incidents and submit them to superiors.
  • Clean and maintain person equipment and keep it ready for use.
  • Participate in fire drills as a way to stay alert and up-to-date with job duties.
  • Assist in public educational programs to help prevent dangerous fire accidents.
  • Search buildings for fire hazards.
  • Review building blueprints with developers.
  • Ensure that existing buildings and designs comply with fire codes.
  • Conduct fire and safety education programs and review emergency evacuation plans.
  • Administer emergency medical treatment.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.

Infantry E5

United States Army
Tampa, FL
10.1983 - 10.1987
  • Participated in joint exercises with allied forces from other countries.
  • Squad Leader
  • Develop and mentor privates and specialists, getting them on an upwardly mobile career path while teaching them the drive and resiliency that defines an NCO.
  • Military infantry unit trained to attack or land in combat areas by parachuting from airplanes

Skills

  • Communication
  • First Aid / EMS
  • Customer Service
  • Fire Fighting / Tactical and High Rise Rescue / Diver / Boat Operator
  • Problem Solving / Attention to Details
  • Teamwork / Adaptability
  • Management / Time management
  • Trucking
  • Workplace Safety
  • Goal Setting and Achievement
  • Training and mentoring
  • Decision-making capabilities

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Firefight of the year in 2013
  • Engine/Truck Driver Engineer
  • Technical Rescue Team
  • Boat Operator

Certification

  • DD214
  • CDL
  • CWP

Timeline

Dive Team Member

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
04.2012 - 01.2024

Certified Ladder Truck Operator

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
01.1995 - 01.2024

Urban Search and Rescue

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
01.1990 - 01.2024

Firefighter/Fire Inspector/EMS

City of St Petersburg Fire & Rescue
04.1989 - 01.2024

Infantry E5

United States Army
10.1983 - 10.1987

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