Fire Captain
City of Asbury Park, Fire Department
09.2000 - Current
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations.
- Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Directed work of varying number of firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Conducted thorough post-incident analysis, identifying areas for improvement in both tactics and equipment usage.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of advancements in fire science and emergency management.
- Oversaw maintenance and operational readiness of firefighting equipment, ensuring peak performance during emergency responses.
- Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.