FRANCIS FANTAZZI
FAIRBANKS,ALASKA
Summary
Diligent life safety inspector with solid record of ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards. Successfully identified and mitigated potential hazards, enhancing workplace safety. Demonstrated proficiency in conducting thorough inspections and fostering a culture of safety awareness among staff.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Protection/Life Safety Inspector
University of Alaska Fairbanks
06.2021 - Current
- Inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems.
- Conduct annual fire sprinkler inspections in 65+ buildings the University owns and operates across the state.
- Working closely with the Fire Marshal's office to ensure all buildings have been inspected on an annual basis, that inspection reports and repairs of deficiencies are completed in a timely manner.
- Conducted comprehensive safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory standards to the National Fire Protection Association 25 codebook.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for improved workplace safety culture, including running the weekly safety meetings.
- Trained staff on safety procedures and best practices to enhance awareness and compliance.
Warehouse Worker
University of Alaska Fairbanks
03.2019 - 06.2021
- iOperated forklifts and pallet jacks for efficient material handling.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through regular audits.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Streamlined shipment processes to enhance daily delivery timelines.
- Conducted quality checks on incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy.
- Optimized storage space, rearranging items to better utilize available square footage.
Parts Inventory Specialist
Everts Air Cargo
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed inventory accuracy through regular audits and cycle counts.
- Trained new staff on inventory management software and best practices.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
- Participated in annual physical inventories to verify accuracy of records and identify any discrepancies that needed correction.
- Collaborated with logistics team to optimize shipping and receiving processes.
- Shipping and receiving of aircraft parts and maintaining the correct information on the yellow tagged items, which indicates that a part has been inspected and is considered serviceable, meaning it is airworthy and ready for installation, ensuring it meets the necessary standards.
Cargo Agent
Everts Air Cargo
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Coordinated cargo shipments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies, including CFR-49 for shipping of hazardous materials.
- Managed inventory tracking systems to optimize cargo handling processes and reduce delays for customers.
- Assisted with loading and unloading operations, maintaining equipment standards and operational efficiency.
- Utilized computer systems to manage cargo shipments and accurately track flight arrivals and departures.
- Resolved any customer inquiries or complaints to restore satisfaction.
Warehouseman
Golden Valley Electric Association
04.2006 - 08.2016
- Shipping & Receiving - Receive and process freight and shipping documents, packages, inventory parts and daily mail for all GVEA campuses, including Healy, Nenana, and Delta. Forklift and front-end loader operator. Haz-Mat certified. Oracle E-Business Suite competent, experience with Microsoft Excel.
- Maintain and track power line inventory parts electronically via Oracle, including delivery of parts during emergencies to repair power lines for GVEA's power system from Cantwell to Delta. Fill job work orders for all construction involving GVEA's power system per electrical engineers, for GVEA's own lineman crew as well as outside contractors.
- General clean-up maintenance in the warehouse; including washing and sweeping floors, yard maintenance, and snow removal during winter for the GVEA campus.
Warehouseman
Crescent Electric Supply Company
04.2004 - 04.2006
- Shipping & Receiving - Receive and process freight and shipping documents, pull material and work orders for customers and contractors including bush orders. Forklift operator.
- Clean and maintain warehouse floors and yard.
Intern
Scream Studios
05.2003 - 10.2003
- Clean studio, answer phones and taking messages. General errand runner for clients including mail, grocery shopping, and meal pick-up.
General Laborer
Black Gold Insulation
03.2000 - 09.2002
- Insulating steal beams with fireboard, insulating pipes around the refinery.
- Trained fire watch for welders and hole watch for confined spaces.
- Clean crude skids and spills throughout the crude units. Haz-Mat certified and fire extinguisher trained.
Grounds Crew
Williams Refinery
05.1999 - 09.1999
- Maintain lawns at Williams Refinery campus as well as weed removal from tank farms. Water lawns and flowers. Garbage detail.
Education
Associate of Arts - Audio Engineering
Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
Tempe, AZ05.2003
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AKHigh School Diploma - undefined
North Pole High School
North Pole, AK05.1999
Skills
- Nation Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies level II for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems
- State of Alaska permit IIA in Water-Based Suppression Systems
- Municipality of Anchorage certification in backflow preventer systems tester
- Past experience in forklift operation
- Past experience in navigating the CFR-49 hazardous materials transportation regulations and federal motor carrier regulations
Certification
NICET level II Inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems.
State of Alaska permit IIA water-based suppresion systems.
Municipality of Anchorage certification backflow preventer testing.
Timeline
Fire Protection/Life Safety Inspector
University of Alaska Fairbanks
06.2021 - Current
Warehouse Worker
University of Alaska Fairbanks
03.2019 - 06.2021
Parts Inventory Specialist
Everts Air Cargo
12.2018 - 03.2019
Cargo Agent
Everts Air Cargo
03.2017 - 12.2018
Warehouseman
Golden Valley Electric Association
04.2006 - 08.2016
Warehouseman
Crescent Electric Supply Company
04.2004 - 04.2006
Intern
Scream Studios
05.2003 - 10.2003
General Laborer
Black Gold Insulation
03.2000 - 09.2002
Grounds Crew
Williams Refinery
05.1999 - 09.1999
High School Diploma - undefined
North Pole High School
Associate of Arts - Audio Engineering
Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Alaska Fairbanks
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