Chad Baker
Jacksboro,TX
Summary
Qualified professional ready to bring skills and experience to results-driven position utilizing evidence to determine origins and causes of fires. Talented in conducting comprehensive scene investigations for complete information gathering, documentation and reporting. Cooperative in supporting further action and guiding follow-up research to assist with surveillance, risk assessments, and search warrant execution.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Investigator
Independent
Jacksboro, Texas
08.2023 - Current
- Attended conferences and seminars related to advances in fire science technology.
- Assisted law enforcement personnel in gathering information related to criminal activity associated with fires.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from investigations and documenting all evidence collected at the scene.
- Investigated fire scenes to determine the origin and cause of fires.
- Coordinated with other investigators from different jurisdictions when working on joint investigations.
- Provided technical assistance to local fire departments on proper procedures for investigating suspicious fires.
Police Officer
City Of River Oaks
River Oaks, TX
05.2014 - Current
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
Firefighter, Driver/Engineer
City Of North Richland Hills
North Richland Hills, TX
04.2012 - Current
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Assisted in the investigation of fire scenes to determine the origin and cause of fires.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Managed incident command systems during emergency responses, ensuring all personnel were aware of their roles and responsibilities.
- Communicated regularly with Incident Command System personnel via radio transmissions about progress made in containing a fire.
Firefighter
City Of River Oaks
River Oaks , TX
10.2002 - 04.2014
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice/Basic Peace Officer
Hill College
HillsboroFirefighting Technology
Fire Service Certifications
Skills
- Community Education
- Weather condition assessment
- Fire Control
- Ladder operation
- Fire suppression tactics
- Emergency Response
- Fire prevention
- Building construction knowledge
- Arson Investigation
- Criminal Investigations
- Traffic Laws
- Criminal Law
- Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Law Enforcement
Certification
- Paramedic
- Advanced Firefighter
- Advanced Fire investigator
- Advanced Arson investigator
- Advanced fire inspector
- Fire instructor 3
- Fire officer 2
- Plans examiner
- Hazardous materials technician
- TCFP Fire marshal certified
- Texas licensed basic peace officer
Affiliations
- Longhorn cattle
- Bee keeping
- Youth sports association coach
- Ranching
Accomplishments
- City of NRH Firefighter of the year 2023
- NE Tarrant County Hometown Hero 2023
- City of NRH medical directors award 2021
- Promotion to driver engineer 2020
- Numerous fire company awards and mentions
Timeline
Fire Investigator
Independent
08.2023 - Current
Police Officer
City Of River Oaks
05.2014 - Current
Firefighter, Driver/Engineer
City Of North Richland Hills
04.2012 - Current
Firefighter
City Of River Oaks
10.2002 - 04.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice/Basic Peace Officer
Hill College
Firefighting Technology
Fire Service Certifications
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