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Luke Fire Wagner Investigator

Calimesa,CA

Summary

With the goal of earning the rank of Battalion Chief, I aim to demonstrate responsible management, charismatic leadership, and technical skills in emergency operations, training, prevention, public education, emergency planning and all other assigned and unassigned tasks of the rank.

Highly trained Assistant Fire Chief dedicated to public safety and awareness for past [Number] years. Effective leader remains steady during times of emergency, while directing, and motivating team members throughout crises.

Well respected Assistant Fire Chief passionate about importance of fire safety education and teaching citizens to be safety-conscious. [Number] years of experience investigating arson, as well as [Number] years leading efforts to extinguish active fire situations.

Seasoned Firefighter with [Number] years of experience and extensive training in emergency response operations. Committed to building and leading efforts of talented teams of up to [Number] first responders. Skilled in enforcing municipal fire codes via inspections, covering testing of alarm and protection systems.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Fighter

  • PC832 Laws of Arrest/Firearms

supervisor

  • I lead floor personnel in fire suppression, prevention, investigation, rescue and EMS, training, physical fitness, and career development.

Fire Fighter II

  • Instructor 1A-1B program management
  • In 2007, upon completion of my Paramedic license, I led the movement of prioritizing staff health through the development of the Big Bear Fire Department fitness program
  • Since taking on this task, our department has gone from the lowest performing agency tested by Healthy Firefighters USA to the first-place agency for multiple years running
  • The physical health of our employees directly relates to their mental health, safety, ability to perform their jobs and their overall job satisfaction
  • Since we began this trend of prioritizing health and fitness, the efforts of all of our personnel and their performance has been nothing short of inspiring.

Assistant Fire Chief

BBFA
05.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated firefighter performance during training exercises, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback for skill enhancement.
  • Assisted with training and development of new firefighters through development of extensive job-related modules.
  • Established and continued communication with local government to maintain positive relationship.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of commercial and residential properties to identify potential fire hazards and enforce compliance with fire codes.
  • Coordinated interagency cooperation during large-scale incidents, ensuring efficient resource allocation and response efforts.
  • Monitored maintenance records of fire engines to keep vehicles updated.
  • Served as a liaison between the fire department and other municipal agencies or government officials regarding public safety concerns.
  • Collaborated with local community groups to promote fire safety awareness and prevention initiatives.
  • Commanded squad throughout duration of active fires in order to combat fire, eliminate danger and assist those in need.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on leadership and professional development opportunities within the fire service.
  • Aided law enforcement with spotting and reporting dangerous weather conditions and damage.
  • Oversaw procurement processes for necessary equipment upgrades or replacements, ensuring fiscal responsibility while maintaining operational readiness.
  • Managed personnel schedules, ensuring appropriate staffing levels were maintained at all times for optimal department functionality.
  • Improved emergency response times by streamlining communication protocols between departments and personnel.
  • Reduced property damage caused by fires through proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
  • Organized regular community outreach events such as open houses or educational workshops to increase public engagement with the fire service.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices, ensuring the highest quality of service for the community.
  • Established strong relationships with neighboring jurisdictions through mutual aid agreements and collaborative training efforts.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
  • Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
  • Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
  • Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
  • Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
  • Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
  • Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.

fire investigator

BBFD
12.2018 - Current
  • As a fire investigator I have currently investigated 2 residential structure fires for cause and origin determination and look forward to continue learning and growing in this role.

Fire Captain/Paramedic

11.2014 - Current

Fire engineer/paramedic, bBFD

09.2011 - 11.2014
  • As an engineer with the Big Bear Fire Dept I took the utmost pride in maintaining the apparatus and equipment that I was assigned to
  • I was deployed on campaign fires and was the primary engineer on the Riffenburg’s Incident.

Firefighter/paramedic

04.2005 - 09.2011
  • BBfd
  • As a firefighter/paramedic I dedicated myself to constantly learning and improving my abilities to deliver excellent emergency medical services, rescue, fire suppression, prevention and public education
  • I precepted students, mentored new members and led the fitness movement for our agency.

Education

Chief Officer 3A-3DCalifornia State Company Officer Certificate -

Crafton Hills College

Paramedic License -

Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA
03-2007

Bachelor of arts - Political Science, Economics and History

Cal State San Bernarino
06-2003

Skills

  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Leadership qualities
  • Critical thinking
  • Incident command system
  • Incident command
  • Rescue operations
  • Emergency management
  • Fire prevention
  • Public safety
  • Crisis management
  • Emergency response
  • Fire suppression
  • Disaster preparedness
  • Personnel management
  • Code enforcement
  • Fire investigation
  • Hazardous materials response
  • Interagency coordination
  • Emergency medical services
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Building inspections
  • Municipal codes
  • Site inspections
  • Staff development
  • Investigation techniques
  • Personnel training
  • Fire protection
  • Fire strategy
  • Damage, danger, and loss prevention
  • Firefighting operations
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Structural assessment
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal skills

Certification

Chief Officer 3A-3D

California State Company Officer

Fire Investigator 1A-1C

Driver Operator 1A-1C

PC832 Laws of Arrest/Firearms

Fire Fighter I

Fire Fighter II

Instructor 1A-1B

Timeline

Assistant Fire Chief

BBFA
05.2024 - Current

fire investigator

BBFD
12.2018 - Current

Fire Captain/Paramedic

11.2014 - Current

Fire engineer/paramedic, bBFD

09.2011 - 11.2014

Firefighter/paramedic

04.2005 - 09.2011

Fire Fighter

supervisor

Fire Fighter II

Chief Officer 3A-3DCalifornia State Company Officer Certificate -

Crafton Hills College

Paramedic License -

Crafton Hills College

Bachelor of arts - Political Science, Economics and History

Cal State San Bernarino

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