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Christopher Otten

East Islip

Summary

Current FDNY Lieutenant and East Islip Fire Department Captain. Knowledgeable fire service instructor with robust background in fire service instruction and Standard Operating Procedures. Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective training programs, enhancing team readiness and safety. Proven track record in utilizing advanced firefighting techniques and modern educational methods.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lieutenant

Fire Department City Of New York
11.2024 - Current

-Oversee and manage firefighters during emergencies and non-emergencies

-Writing and completing daily reports, timekeeping, and manpower management

-Conducting daily hands on and educational training

-Conducting building, hydrant and school inspections

-Improving community relations through open houses, school visits and Fire Prevention


Captain

East Islip Fire Department
09.2007 - Current
  • Oversee firefighters during emergencies and non-emergencies
  • Led department training committee for hands-on and instructional trainings
  • Complete daily and monthly reports including apparatus, equipment and training logs
  • Communicates through the chain of command to subordinates and leaders during emergencies and non-emergencies
  • Serve on numerous committees including training, By-Laws and procedure review

Firefighter

Fire Department City Of New York
01.2014 - 11.2024

-Fire Suppression

-Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services including

-Operated as a Ladder Company Chauffeur including basic maintenance of apparatus

-Daily firehouse maintenance

-Community relations through open houses, school visits and Fire Prevention

-Participated and instructed in drills and trainings with fellow firefighters and officers

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

EAST ISLIP
Providence, RI
05-2012

Skills

  • Incident command
  • Fire response rescue direction
  • Firefighter Training
  • Firefighter safety
  • Fire prevention
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Public education
  • Fire suppression
  • Emergency management

Certification

-Fire Service Instructor 1

-Front Line Supervisors Training Program

-Fire Investigation for the Line Officer

-Fire Officer 1

-Firefighter 1

-Hazardous Materials Operations

-Certified First Responder

Timeline

Lieutenant

Fire Department City Of New York
11.2024 - Current

Firefighter

Fire Department City Of New York
01.2014 - 11.2024

Captain

East Islip Fire Department
09.2007 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - History

EAST ISLIP
Christopher Otten