Claude Erlewein
Highland Park,IL
Summary
Organized professional with background in facility maintenance and cleanliness. Known for high productivity levels and ability to efficiently complete tasks with precision. Skilled in operating cleaning machinery, chemical handling and safety protocols, and waste management practices. Excelling through strong organizational skills, adaptability, and teamwork to ensure environments are sanitary and welcoming.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Inspector
Village of Rosemont-Public Safety
Rosemont, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Conducted fire safety inspections of commercial and residential properties to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Conducted periodic testing of alarm systems and other fire prevention equipment in accordance with established protocols.
- Located hazardous conditions and fire code violations in new and existing constructions.
- Advised property owners on best practices for minimizing potential risks associated with fires.
- Followed up with previous violators to confirm corrective action was taken.
- Taught public education courses and programs on fire safety and prevention strategies.
- Maintained accurate records pertaining to all inspections performed and any follow-up actions taken.
Deputy Fire Chief
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
Harwood Heights, Illinois
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Manage the day to day operations of the Norwood Park Fire Protection District which consists of 30 Firefighter/Paramedic personnel, includes Fire Suppression, EMS and Training.
- Assist in the preparation and administration of the Fire District budget.
- Support the Fire Chief and Command Staff as a liaison between the Fire District and outside agencies.
- Assist the Fire Chief in establishing policies and procedures for the Department.
- Establish and continuously revise administrative policies and department standard operating guidelines to foster a safe and effective work environment.
- Work with Emergency Management Agency directors during the recent Covid-19 Pandemic to ensure that the needs of the community and personnel safety were maintained.
- Oversee station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Spearheaded fire protection and prevention programs, provide teams with training and resources to deliver timely and quality efforts.
- Preserve order and discipline among 30 subordinates.
- Prioritize and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Juggle multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Commander
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
Harwood Heights, Illinois
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Assisted in development and maintenance of effective system of records and reports of alarm responses, fire and casualty reports, personnel actions, quarters, apparatus equipment, training, hose maintenance and testing activities.
- Followed department rules and regulations and oversaw discipline to maintain compliance among personnel.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire suppression and medical emergencies.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates, and gave assignments and instructions.
- Controlled emergency response planning, oversaw research for development of building pre-plans and handled company building fire prevention inspections.
- Drafted reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
Lieutenant
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
Harwood Heights, Illinois
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Entered inspection, training, fire and emergency medical service calls into records management system using Firehouse software.
- Inspected schools, theaters, offices and various other buildings to check for proper fire precautionary measures.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates, and gave assignments and instructions.
Firefighter
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
Harwood Heights, Illinois
02.1996 - 01.2012
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Performed building maintenance, including but not limited to striping, buffing and waxing floor, HVAC monthly service schedule, plumbing and electrical.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
- Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment.
- Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
- Inspected schools, theaters, offices and various other buildings to check for proper fire precautionary measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Neumann University
Aston Mills, PA05-2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Facility maintenance
- Building inspection
- Groundskeeping
- Equipment operation
- Timely paperwork completion
- Preventive Maintenance
- Basic repairs
- Floor cleaning and buffing
- Routine Inspections
- Reliability and punctuality
- Fire prevention strategies
Certification
- Certified State of Illinois Emergency Medical Technician
- Certified State of Illinois Fire Inspector
- State of Illinois CDL holder
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire Inspector
Village of Rosemont-Public Safety
11.2022 - Current
Deputy Fire Chief
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
11.2019 - 11.2022
Commander
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
12.2018 - 11.2019
Lieutenant
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
01.2012 - 12.2018
Firefighter
Norwood Park Fire Protection District
02.1996 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Neumann University
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