Allen Jones
Parker County Esd 7
Azle,TX
5
Certification
6
Years of experience
Experienced with emergency response and rescue operations. Utilizes critical thinking and quick decision-making to ensure safety and efficiency. Track record of effective teamwork and adherence to safety protocols.
Firefighting professional with comprehensive experience in emergency response and life-saving techniques. Known for strong focus on collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Reliable team player skilled in equipment maintenance and fire prevention strategies.
Work History
1 Year 9 Months
09.2024 - Current
1 Year 9 Months
Firefighter
Parker County Esd 7 | Weatherford, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive daily maintenance checks on Type 1 to Type 6 engines, ensuring all tools and equipment were fully operational and ready for deployment.
- Executed initial attack strategies on structure and wild-land fires, employing both direct and indirect tactics to effectively combat fires.
- Provided detailed size-ups of incidents to dispatch and facilitated the rehabilitation of apparatus and equipment postincident.
- Supervisor: Rodney Robertson (817)-597-0120
1 Year 2 Months
03.2025 - 05.2026
1 Year 2 Months
Driver/Operator
Williamson county Esd 7 | Andice, Tx
03.2025 - 05.2026
- Conducts daily maintenance checks on Type 1 to Type 6 engines and performs inspections to ensure readiness and functionality for fire response.
- Operates and maintains fire apparatus while managing water supply operations, including pumps and hoses.
- Rehabilitate apparatus and equipment post-incident and draft incident reports.
- Performs initial attack (IA) on wild-land and structure fires using hand tools and apparatus for line construction and mopup operations.
- Supports firefighting efforts by supplying water and operating equipment during emergencies.
- Responds promptly to all emergency calls and assists on the scene.
- Maintain inventory of tools and equipment, ensuring availability and proper condition.
- Assists with fire prevention inspections of hydrants and standpipes.
- Participates in ongoing training and assists in the training of new personnel.
- Stands in for the lieutenant during their absence, overseeing operations and ensuring effective communication among team members.
- Collaborates with team members to coordinate emergency response efforts.
- Deploy with TIFMAS program as a Engine boss trainee or as a faller for All Hazards and Wildfire assignments.
5 Months
10.2022 - 03.2023
5 Months
Firefighter, Engineer
Briar Reno Fire Department | Azle, TX
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducts daily maintenance checks on Type 1 to Type 6 engines and performs inspections to ensure readiness and functionality for fire response.
- Operates and maintains fire apparatus while managing water supply operations, including pumps and hoses.
- Rehabilitate apparatus and equipment post-incident and draft incident reports.
- Performs initial attack (IA) on wild-land and structure fires using hand tools and apparatus for line construction and mopup operations.
- Supports firefighting efforts by supplying water and operating equipment during emergencies.
- Responds promptly to all emergency calls and assists on the scene.
- Maintain inventory of tools and equipment, ensuring availability and proper condition.
- Assists with fire prevention inspections of hydrants and standpipes.
- Participates in ongoing training and assists in the training of new personnel.
- Stands in for the lieutenant during their absence, overseeing operations and ensuring effective communication among team members.
- Collaborates with team members to coordinate emergency response efforts.
- Volunteer from 2015-2022
- Supervisor: Josh Richards (817) 304-4360
11 Months
12.2020 - 11.2021
11 Months
Resource Specialist
Texas A&M Forest Service | Mineral Wells, TX
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Led Incident Command on wildfire responses, managing operations and resources.
- Assisted in teaching S130/S190 wildfire training courses.
- Supervisor: Boe Adler (940) 327-9057
5 Months
03.2020 - 08.2020
5 Months
Forestry Technician
Big Bend National Park | Big Bend National Park, TX
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Served as a crew-member on the Type 6 engine and assisted the Los Diablos Type 2 IA Hand-crew.
- Assisted in initial attack (IA) on wildfires and perform regular truck and equipment maintenance.
- Performed basic fire-line activities such as line construction, hose layout, pump operation, and fuel management.
- Collected fire weather and behavior data, and assist in fuel inventory and hazard reduction efforts.
- Participation in fire assignments outside of the assigned working area, applying herbicides for fuel mitigation.
- Seasonal Forestry Technician, March 2019 – October 2019
- Supervisor: Chris Hanson (817) 907-5302
Education
Emergency Care Attendant (ECA)
Elite EMT Academy | Irving, TX | 05.2024
National EMS Certification obtained 05/2024
High School Diploma
Ector High School | Ector, TX
TCFP- Driver Operator- Pumper
Tarrant County College | Fort Worth, TX | 06.2024
TCFP- Basic Structure Firefighter
Kilgore College | Kilgore, TX | 05.2024
Skills
Structural firefighting
First aid certified
Fire safety
Stress tolerance and resilience
Valid Driver's license
Customer service
Problem-solving
Safe driving practices
Accomplishments
- Firefighter of the Year (2017, 2018, 2023)
- Act as Lieutenant (as needed): assumes leadership responsibilities, manage team operations, and ensure smooth workflow in the absence of the lieutenant.
Certification
- NWCG: S130/S190/S212, L180, S211, S219, S230, S231
- Driver Operator
- ICS: 100/200/300/400/700/800
- TCFP Basic Structure Fire
- Swift Water Technician I
- TIFMAS: Engine boss Trainee and Faller qualified
Timeline
Driver/Operator
Williamson county Esd 7
03.2025 - 05.2026Read more
Firefighter
Parker County Esd 7
09.2024 - CurrentRead more
Firefighter, Engineer
Briar Reno Fire Department
10.2022 - 03.2023Read more
Resource Specialist
Texas A&M Forest Service
12.2020 - 11.2021Read more
Forestry Technician
Big Bend National Park
03.2020 - 08.2020Read more
Kilgore College - TCFP- Basic Structure Firefighter,
Read more
Tarrant County College - TCFP- Driver Operator- Pumper,
Read more
Ector High School - High School Diploma,
Read more
Elite EMT Academy - Emergency Care Attendant (ECA),
Read more
Firefighter of the year 2017,2018 and 2023
As an Engineer and Apparatus Officer in the fire service, I have demonstrated strong leadership through safe and efficient apparatus operations, accountability of crew and equipment, and maintaining operational readiness on every response. I lead by example on emergency scenes and during training, ensuring that company members understand pump operations, water supply management, and tactical support functions. My focus is on clear communication, disciplined decision-making, and supporting the incident commander by providing reliable apparatus performance under high-pressure conditions.