Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certifications And Classes
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Eric Heard

Portland,OR

Summary

Seasoned Fire Inspector known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in fire prevention techniques, safety regulations compliance, and emergency response coordination. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring effective collaboration with firefighting teams and community stakeholders to promote fire safety awareness.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Board Member

Friends Firefighting
Portland, Oregon
02.2023 - Current
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes for yearly camps.
  • Collaborated with team members to brainstorm effective fundraising solutions.
  • Facilitated crucial training for young individuals aspiring to become firefighters, preparing them for future roles.
  • Coordinated inventory management and facilitated fittings to ensure efficient operations.
  • Collaborated with multiple agencies to organize city-wide camps.

Fire Inspector

City of Portland
Portland, OR
10.2014 - Current
  • I am responsible for managing my inspection district with the City of Portland.
  • Inspected buildings to locate hazardous conditions, fire and building code violations, such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
  • Create detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered.
  • Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were found.
  • Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures.
  • Presented and explained fire code requirements and fire prevention information to a diverse group of developers, building representatives, and the general public.
  • Led and supervised a mobile vaccination team of four.
  • From 2020 to 2022, I participated in vaccination clinics in conjunction with Multnomah County.
  • Managed and led Safety Saturday events, and weekend birthday celebrations. As well as volunteer coaching for Portland World Cup Soccer, serving the youth refugee community of Portland.
  • Certified as a youth fire center counselor, as well as being responsible for training others in completing certification.

Firefighter/EMT

City of Portland
Portland, OR
10.2006 - 10.2014
  • Provided critical care to patients in diverse situations where rapid observation and response are needed.
  • Follow standardized protocols and procedures as required.
  • Used sound judgment and analytical thinking skills to respond to emergency situations.
  • Worked collaboratively with my team members to best serve the community's interests.
  • Responsible for deploying the rehab and air units.
  • Created and co-wrote a bureau-wide training blog and circular saw entry techniques.
  • In-depth training with airport fire and emergency personnel for crash landing operations.
  • Participated in multiple community activities and events throughout the fire management area.
  • Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures.

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Fundraising coordination
  • Fire code compliance
  • Risk assessment
  • Policy development
  • Community engagement
  • Problem solving
  • Customer focus
  • Innovation mindset
  • Building safety regulations

Certifications And Classes

  • Oregon Inspector Certification
  • OSFM F&L Awareness I
  • OSFM F7L Awareness II
  • Fire Inspector I & II
  • Equity 101
  • Youth Fire Center Intervention
  • First Aid and CPR Certification

Certification

  • Oregon Inspector Certification
  • OSFM F&L Awareness I OSFM
  • F&LAwareness II Fire Inspector
  • I & II
  • Equity 101
  • Youth Fire Center Intervention
  • First Aid and CPR Certification

Timeline

Board Member

Friends Firefighting
02.2023 - Current

Fire Inspector

City of Portland
10.2014 - Current

Firefighter/EMT

City of Portland
10.2006 - 10.2014

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Eric Heard