Brian Hoogervorst
Tinley Park,IL
Summary
Experienced Fire Lieutenant with over 10 years of experience in firefighting and emergency response and 8 years in fire inspections. Skilled in leading and managing teams, maintaining equipment, conducting fire safety inspections, and training new firefighters. Proficient in rescue operations and fire safety education programs. Highly dedicated and committed to ensuring public safety. 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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Tinley Park Fire Department
Tinley Park, USA
01.2015 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations and provided assistance
- Operated and maintained firefighting equipment
- Participated in fire safety education programs
- Assisted in rescue operations
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Investigated the causes of fires to determine origin and cause.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
Foreman
Cross Cut Tree Service And Landscaping
Homewood, IL
04.2009 - 11.2017
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Scheduled staff shifts based on project needs and availability.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs, materials needed.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for materials needed at construction sites.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Providence Catholic High School
New Lenox, ILSkills
- Firefighting techniques
- Emergency response
- Leadership
- Team management
- Equipment maintenance
- Fire safety inspections
- Training and education
- Rescue operations
- Conditions Assessment
- Search and Rescue
- Fire Control
- System Troubleshooting
- Process Improvement
- Technical Reporting
- Quality Control
- Safety inspections
- Public speaking
- Team coordination
- Risk assessment
- Problem solving
- Public education
- Life and property protection
Education and Training
Basic Operations Firefighter 2015
Hazards Materials Operations 2015
Fire Prevention Principles 2017
Fire Inspector 1 2018
Advanced Operations Firefighter 2018
Fire Instructor 1 20120
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot 2023
Company Fire Officer 2024
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
Tinley Park Fire Department
01.2015 - Current
Foreman
Cross Cut Tree Service And Landscaping
04.2009 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Providence Catholic High School