CALVIN B SPENCER
Orlando,FL
Summary
My objective is secure a supervisory position that allows for continued professional growth. My ability to positively interact with superiors and subordinates would be instrumental in enhancing public safety. My tenure with the City of Orlando has given me clear vision of Orlando’s transformation, contribution to regional economic development, and changing landscape of fire public safety.
I am a dependable candidate capable at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Plans Examiner II
Economic Development Office Of Permitting Services
12.2017 - Current
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Reviewed site permits and licenses of operating contractors.
- Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Fire Plans Examiner I
EDV, Office Of Permitting Services
12.2005 - 03.2017
- Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans
- Assisted in preliminary submittals overviews of underground fire permits to mitigated unforeseen complication
- Verify permit application was consistent with scope of work to be performed
- Collaborated with internal personnel during the review process
- Process same day review for small jobs as determined by reviewer
Fire Code Enforcement Specialist
Reedy Creek Fire Department
03.2003 - 12.2005
- Inspected an average of 40 structures monthly to include special amusements, high-rise hotels, large assemblies, industrial, and business occupancies
- Surveyed buildings to evaluate unsafe conditions and fire code violations such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical hazards and compromised building egress
- Documented code violations and recommended actions to bring properties into compliance
- Conducted quarterly fire suppression sprinkler inspections and testing
- Performed annual power test to ensure emergency backup power sources supported passive building life-safety features and active fire systems
- Drafted detailed fire inspections reports of fire code violations observed and advised corrective recommendations
- Prepared recommendations to eliminate potential fire and safety hazards at establishments.
- Conducted quarterly fire suppression sprinkler inspections and testing
- Coordinated inspections and scheduled re-inspections with responsible parties
Fire Protection Specialist
Agency Of Healthcare Administration
02.2002 - 03.2004
- Independent tele-worker responsible for coordinating life safety inspection at regional healthcare facilities: hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and prescribed pediatric extended care facilities
- Conducted fire and life safety code review analyses, informing business leadership of discovered risks and deficits needing remediation. (150 healthcare facilities anually)
- Performed inspections confirming facilities compliance to the Florida Administrative Code and other adopted codes and standard
- Reviewed inspection records substantiating required testing and maintenance emergency systems
- Verified training and evacuation procedures by conducting mock fire drills to evaluate staff readiness and knowledge of evacuation procedures
- Reviewed construction documents for additions, interior alterations, and emergency system modifications
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration (In Progress)
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL05.2025
Associate of Science - Fire Science Technology
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL05.2023
Skills
- Active Listening
- Ordinance Interpretation
- Project Collaboration
- Plan Review
- Critical Thinking
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Creative Solutions
- Field Inspection
- Code Knowledge
- Permitting administration
- Schedule Coordination
- Problem Resolution
- Records Research
Affiliations
- United States Marine Corps (1982-1996)
- Seminole State College
- Florida Fire Marshals Association
- International Code Council
- National Fire Protection Association
- Federal Emergency Management Association
Certification
Division of State Fire Marshal Office
- Fire Safety Inspector, certification #108935
International Code Council (ICC)
- Fire Plans Examiner #5295603-F3
- Fire Inspector I #5295603-66
- Fire Inspector II #5295603-67
Timeline
Fire Plans Examiner II
Economic Development Office Of Permitting Services
12.2017 - Current
Fire Plans Examiner I
EDV, Office Of Permitting Services
12.2005 - 03.2017
Fire Code Enforcement Specialist
Reedy Creek Fire Department
03.2003 - 12.2005
Fire Protection Specialist
Agency Of Healthcare Administration
02.2002 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration (In Progress)
Seminole State College of Florida
Associate of Science - Fire Science Technology
Seminole State College of Florida
Division of State Fire Marshal Office
- Fire Safety Inspector, certification #108935
International Code Council (ICC)
- Fire Plans Examiner #5295603-F3
- Fire Inspector I #5295603-66
- Fire Inspector II #5295603-67
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