Casey D. Linton
Fairbanks
Summary
Dedicated fire safety professional with extensive experience conducting inspections to ensure compliance with rigorous safety standards. Possesses in-depth knowledge of fire codes and regulations, adept at identifying potential risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies. Proven ability to maintain meticulous documentation while fostering clear communication with stakeholders, enhancing overall safety awareness. Highly organized and dependable, skilled in managing multiple priorities with a proactive approach and a commitment to achieving team objectives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Inspector Prevention
Ft. Wainwright Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
- Hours per week: 60
- Responsible for enforcing the fire prevention code and ensuring compliance with all regulations pertaining to fire prevention and hazardous conditions.
- Conduct safety and health inspections of all facilities throughout the federal jurisdiction to determine code compliance and safety.
- Promote educational campaigns using posters, pamphlets, and literature; provide safety training.
- Perform inspections and issue orders to correct hazardous conditions within buildings and surrounding federal land, including ordering evacuations when necessary.
- Exercise authority to shut down any operation where violations pose a demonstrable threat to public safety or property.
- Manage environmental compliance, recreation management, visitor assistance, contracting, information technology, administration, and personnel management.
- Issue permits, warnings, and notices of violation to building managers, department heads, or occupants regarding identified violations.
- Conduct re-inspections to ensure corrections have been made.
- Provide mandatory fire prevention and safety training, lectures, and demonstrations consistently.
- Monitor visitor activity and coordinate recreational services with community organizations, troop units, public assembly employees, CDC staff, and home care providers.
- Conduct newcomer briefings (orientations), public education, and Unit Fire Warden classes, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.
- Instruct inspection processes in accordance with NFPA, local SOPs, and federal regulations.
- Series: 0081 - Grade: 8-10
Battalion Chief
North Star Fire Department
02.2006 - Current
- Hours per week: 48
- Progressed through ranks from firefighter EMT to Battalion Chief, gaining extensive experience and networking in North Pole and surrounding areas.
- Responded to numerous calls throughout the year, including EMS, vehicle accidents, Hazmat emergencies, off-road, water rescue, and structure fires (approximately 1,400 calls annually).
- Served in various leadership roles including ISO, Incident Commander, RIT Officer, and Operations for wildland mitigation and firefighting.
- Coordinated recreational services for training with off-road rescue UTV, ATV, and water rescue operations.
- Managed training and coordination with mutual aid partners to maintain high public service standards.
Assistant Chief of Operations
Ft. Greely Fire & Emergency Services
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Hours per week: 72
- Managed day-to-day operations and supervised up to 36 firefighters.
- Led operational readiness for fire, EMS, MVAs, Hazmat, and wildland fire responses.
- Coordinated recreational services for training and off-road rescue operations with community organizations.
- Handled daily scheduling, payroll, leave, and task assignments for the station.
- Managed budget, purchasing, and provided orientations for programs and services.
- Actively involved in training and leadership within the department, ensuring programs meet current fire service standards.
- Ensured continued public and visitor education in the absence of a fire inspector.
- Executed safety programs through preparation of budget and funding requests, education and training curriculums, and equipment procurement.
- Operated disaster preparedness, FEMA, Office of Emergency Services, and all risks planning and response operations in and out of the EOC.
- Led accident investigations and prepared narratives of contributing factors; managed FLIPEL documentation.
- Coordinated fire prevention month activities, including the first open house and educational outreach.
- Series: 0081 - Grade: 10-6
Fire Captain EMT
Ft. Greely Fire Department
06.2013 - 01.2019
- Hours per week: 72
- Assisted in daily operations and supervised a crew to respond to fire, EMS, MVAs, Hazmat, and wildland fire incidents.
- Managed daily scheduling and task assignments for the station.
- Series: 0081 - Grade: 8-10
Station Captain
Clear AFB Fire & Rescue
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Hours per week: 72
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, training, and emergencies (fire, EMS, Hazmat).
- Responsible for monthly and daily scheduling, including overtime and sick leave issues.
- Coordinated training and real-world calls in remote areas, ensuring readiness for off-base emergencies.
- Series: 0081 - Grade: 8-7
Captain EMT
Ft. Wainwright Fire Department
01.2007 - 05.2012
- Hours per week: 72
- Served as an auto aid engine Captain, responding to structure and forest fires, EMS, rescue, and public assistance calls.
- Involved in training and policy development to enhance department safety and effectiveness.
- Series: 0081 - Grade: 8-6
Firefighter (EMT)
Coast Guard Fire Rescue Kodiak
06.2002 - 01.2006
- Hours per week: 72
- Engaged in unique calls, including shipboard fires and aircraft crashes.
- Managed the fire extinguisher maintenance program as a collateral duty.
- Series: 0081 - Grade: 7
PO 3
United States Navy
04.1998 - 04.2002
- Hours per week: 80
- Led damage control fire teams and coordinated disaster preparedness operations.
- Conducted safety and health inspections of facilities and campgrounds.
Education
Technical Certificates -
FWFD, NSVFD, State of Alaska
Fairbanks, AKTechnical Certificate - undefined
Dive Alaska
Anchorage, AK03.2009
Technical Certificate - undefined
DoD Fire Academy
San Angelo, TX08.2003
Technical Certificate - undefined
San Diego Naval Fire School
San Diego, CA02.1999
High School Diploma - undefined
Chugiak High School
Chugiak, AK05.1996
Skills
- Emergency response coordination
- Fire safety education
- Incident command leadership
- Budget planning and management
- Safety program execution
- Team supervision and leadership
Language Skills
English: Advanced (Spoken, Written, Read)
Professional Publications
- "Social Networking in Today's Fire Service" - Article for Fire Engineering.
- "Combat Ready??" - Article for Fire Engineering.
Job-Related Training
- Participated in numerous training opportunities both in-state and out-of-state.
- Active lead instructor at state fire conferences; experience in wildland firefighting and water rescue.
Additional Information
- Naval Leadership Academy Graduate.
- Sailor of the Year (2000), Honorable Discharge from U.S. Armed Forces.
- Numerous awards including the Army Civilian Commendation Medal, various Firefighter of the Year titles, and Community Outreach Award for Emergency Service (2017).
- Current instructor at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Fire Science Program.
- Instructor for Engine Company Operations (2011-2013) and curriculum creator for the Alaska State Fire Conference.
- Health and Safety Officer, State of Alaska EMT Advanced #6601285.
- CPR AED Instructor, Fire Officer I, II, III, Fire Instructor I, II, III, Hazmat Awareness, Operations 1&2, Technician, Incident Commander, ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, 300, 400.
- BLM Red Card.
- Multiple university classes at UAF Fire Science, including Fire Investigator.
- Multiple NFA classes including Leadership I, II, III, Calling the Mayday, Command and Control, Initial Company Operations, Fire Investigation for the Company Officer, Right Seat to Chief Officer.
- Current Secret Security Clearance.
Timeline
Fire Inspector Prevention
Ft. Wainwright Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
Assistant Chief of Operations
Ft. Greely Fire & Emergency Services
01.2019 - 05.2022
Fire Captain EMT
Ft. Greely Fire Department
06.2013 - 01.2019
Station Captain
Clear AFB Fire & Rescue
05.2012 - 06.2013
Captain EMT
Ft. Wainwright Fire Department
01.2007 - 05.2012
Battalion Chief
North Star Fire Department
02.2006 - Current
Firefighter (EMT)
Coast Guard Fire Rescue Kodiak
06.2002 - 01.2006
PO 3
United States Navy
04.1998 - 04.2002
Technical Certificate - undefined
Dive Alaska
Technical Certificate - undefined
DoD Fire Academy
Technical Certificate - undefined
San Diego Naval Fire School
High School Diploma - undefined
Chugiak High School
Technical Certificates -
FWFD, NSVFD, State of Alaska