Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certifications
Teaching Experience
Awards
Timeline

Frank Cambria

Cornerstone Home Inspections
Chicago,United States
47
years of professional experience

More than 42 years of increasingly responsible fire service experience including over 30 years of instructing experience. Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in fire protection and fire ground operations, incident command, new recruit and officer training, fire prevention and code enforcement, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, water rescue, personnel management, and apparatus and structural maintenance. Supervisory role for over 27 years as a Company Officer, Battalion Chief and Acting Deputy District Chief.

Work History

Firefighter/EMT-B

4 Years 5 Months
Northfield Fire Department | 03.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.

Certified Home Inspector

4 Years 4 Months
Cornerstone Home Inspections | 04.2022 - Current
  • Improved homeowner safety by identifying potential hazards during inspections and recommending necessary repairs.
  • Streamlined inspection process, utilizing advanced technology tools for increased efficiency.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between buyers, sellers, and real estate agents by presenting clear, concise inspection findings in written reports.

Battalion Chief/EMT-B

42 Years 2 Months
Chicago Fire Department | 09.1979 - 11.2021

Supervised and coordinated Battalion #9 activities and training for 80+ personnel covering over 16 square city miles, responding to fire and ems emergencies.

  • Functioned as second in command to Deputy District Chief and assumed duties as Deputy District Chief as needed.
  • Improved emergency response times by developing and implementing streamlined protocols for fire department operations.
  • Enhanced firefighter safety through the implementation of comprehensive training programs and adherence to strict safety guidelines.
  • Managed multiple fire stations effectively, ensuring personnel were properly trained, equipped, and supervised for optimal performance.
  • Oversaw the successful coordination of inter-agency communication during large-scale incidents, fostering collaboration among various public safety agencies.
  • Reduced employee turnover rates by cultivating a supportive work environment centered around mentorship and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborated with neighboring jurisdictions on regional emergency preparedness plans to ensure seamless response capabilities across borders during large-scale events or disasters.
  • Maintained high levels of readiness by regularly evaluating equipment inventory, personnel training, and overall resource availability within the battalion.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership in high-pressure situations, successfully guiding teams through complex emergency incidents while minimizing risks to both responders and civilians.
  • Exemplified a commitment to excellence throughout my tenure as Battalion Chief, consistently receiving positive performance evaluations for my ability to deliver results within challenging environments.

Previously Held Titles

Captain- Truck 35, Captain- Engine 59, Lieutenant- Truck 47, Firefighter- Squad 2, Truck 51, Squad 3 and Engine 30.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science And Technology

Harold Washington College | Chicago, IL | 07.1992

Skills

Training Instructor
Policy Development
Fire Service Leadership
Strategic Planning
Operations Management
Certified Home Inspector

Certifications

  • Fire Officer- Strategies and Tactics
  • Fire Officer- Management I and II.
  • Fire Officer- Fire Prevention Principles
  • Incident Safety Officer (ISO)
  • NFA Leadership III
  • Instructor I and II
  • Firefighter I, II and III
  • Hazardous Materials Technician A and B- Operations
  • Fire Service Vehicle Operator (FSVO)
  • Technical Rescue Awareness
  • Vertical Rescue
  • SCBA Specialist
  • Dive Master - Rescue, Ice, Night, Open water, Navigation, Equipment, Cold Water Drowning
  • NIMS ICS-100, 200, 300,400, 700, 800
  • Emergency Medical Technician - B

Teaching Experience

Instructor, Chicago Fire Department    1988- Present

  • Basic Firefighter Operations, Coordinated Fire Ground Attack Ops, Rapid Intervention Team (RIT), Basic Company Officer Training, High Rise Strategies and Incident Command, Engine Company Operations, Truck Company Operations, Squad Company Training, Auto Extrication, Ventilation, Hazardous Materials, Thermal Imaging Camera, Collapse and Rope Rescue, Structural Collapse, Confined Space, Water Rescue, Trench Rescue. **Instrumental in the development of the EMT program for the Chicago Fire Department.

Instructor, Illinois Fire Service Institute (Urbana-Champaign)     2012 - Present 

  • Active Shooter Training and SOPs, Hazardous Materials (CBRN), Operational Procedures for Towers/Ladder Companies, Incident Safety Officer, Emergency Response to Terrorism-Basic Concepts, Fire College -Strategies for search and rescue with engine and truck, Fitness Testing.

Instructor, Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA)    2014- Present

  • High Rise Operations and Command

Instructor, River Grove Fire Department, River Grove Illinois   2000-2005

  • Ladder Ops, Auto Extrication, Ventilation, SBCA Management

Awards

Lambert Tree Award- Chicago Fire Department 2005

Medal of Honor Award- State Of Illinois 2006

Award of Valor- 100 Club 2005

Numerous Unit Performance Awards from 1988 - 2007

Timeline

Certified Home Inspector

Cornerstone Home Inspections
04.2022 - CurrentRead More

Firefighter/EMT-B

Northfield Fire Department
03.2022 - CurrentRead More

Battalion Chief/EMT-B

Chicago Fire Department
09.1979 - 11.2021Read More

Harold Washington College

Associate of Applied Science from Fire Science And Technology
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Frank Cambria