Glen Wilhelm
New Freedom,United States
Summary
Versatile Fire Protection Specialist with results-driven and focused approach to completing work. Skilled leader, planner and problem-solver with 25+year career in structural fire. Known for excellent attention to detail and great work ethic. Extremely focused problem solver, innovative thinker, and team builder looking to lead your agency into the future.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Structural Fire Protection Specialist
National Park Service; National Capital Region
Washington, DC
08.2022 - Current
- Provided agency employees on fire and life safety training to include proper fire extinguisher use, emergency egress procedures and proper notification of emergency services.
- Monitored compliance with established fire safety codes, laws and regulations. Maintaining up to date knowledge of ever changing code compliance.
- Reviewed and analyzed building plans for compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and local agency policies.
- Conducted installation, pre-acceptance and final acceptance inspections, of fire and life safety systems to assure code compliance, operational and functionality capabilities.
- Coordinated meetings to discuss conflicts between design professionals, project stakeholders and agency leadership during plan reviews.
- Participated in fire investigations to determine the cause and origin of fires, coordinating interagency response with local law enforcement during arson investigations.
- Drafted agency policies and procedures for fire protection systems and temporary events.
Assistant Chief /Health and Safety Officer
Command Naval Region Japan
Naval Air Facility Atsugi, FPO AP 96306
03.2020 - 07.2022
- As the Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention, manage and oversee the day to day operations of the fire prevention office, responsible for over 1.5 million square footage in facilities
- Directly supervising three fire inspectors, ensuring all inspections, hot work permits, fire education programs and emergency evacuation drills are completed and documented within the required frequency.
Lead Fire Inspector
Letterkenny Army Depot
Chambersburg, PA, United States
11.2015 - 03.2020
- As the Lead Fire Inspector, I work with the Chief of Prevention to develop and set the goals, policies and procedures for the Fire Prevention Division of Fire and Emergency Services
- I provide direct oversite of the Prevention Division and serve as the work leader for four fire inspectors, ensuring all inspections are completed and documented within the required frequency.
Fire Inspector
Naval Support Activity Bethesda
Bethesda, Md., United States
10.2012 - 11.2015
- Held the position of Fire Inspector, Emergency Medical Technician, and Hazardous Materials Technician at NSA Bethesda
- Responsible for inspecting and ensuring all hospital facilities were JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) and NFPA (National Fire Protective Association) compliant.
Education
Associates of Science in Fire Science -
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
09.2015
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
MARYLAND FIRE AND RESCUE INSTITUTE
Skills
- Investigation Management
- Quality Assurance
- Customer Relations
- Schematics Interpretation
- Experience in leadership
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and Interagency Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Team building
- Code Compliance and Enforcement
- Fire protection systems expertise
- Building Code Knowledge
Additional Training And Certifications
- NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
- NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Signaling Code
- Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service L-180
- Wildland Firefighter S-130
- Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior S-190
- US Government Emergency Vehicle Operator License
- American Heart Association CPR and AED
- Emergency Procedures, Equipment Deployment for Oil Pollution Control and Cleanup
- Propane Emergencies Course
- International Association of Arson Investigators Continuing Education Courses
- Commercial Fire Sprinkler Plan Review
Military Experience
- U.S. Air Force, 07/1988, 11/1995,
- 436th Transportation Squadron, Dover Air Force Base, Dover, Delaware, 05/1993, 11/1995, Special Purpose Vehicle Maintenance Technician,
- 36th Transportation Squadron, Bitburg Air Base, Bitburg, Germany, 09/1990, 05/1993, Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician, Member of the Snow Removal Maintenance Team,
- 62nd Transportation Squadron, McChord Air Force Base, Tacoma, Washington, 09/1989, 09/1990, Special Purpose Vehicle Maintenance Technician, Responsible for the Tire Shop as an E-3(Airman First Class)
Civilian Firefighter Experience
- Butler Volunteer Fire Company 1986-1995
- Reisterstown Volunteer Fire Company 1995 - Present
- Maryland Line Volunteer Fire Protective Association 2007-2014
- Rose Fire Company of New Freedom Pa 2022 - Present
Awards
- 2016 Department of the Army Fire Inspector of the year
- 2009 Department of Defense Heroism Award
- NCO Professional Military Education Graduate Ribbon
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal w/ 1 oak leaf cluster
- Air Force Training Ribbon
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- Air Force Outstanding Unit Medal w/1 oak leaf cluster
- Good Conduct Medals w/ 1 oak leaf cluster
- National Defense Service Medal
- Overseas Service Ribbon
- Multiple Letters of Commendation
- 2020 Civilian Service Achievement Medal
- Multiple Cash Awards
- 40hr Time-Off Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regional Structural Fire Protection Specialist
National Park Service; National Capital Region
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Chief /Health and Safety Officer
Command Naval Region Japan
03.2020 - 07.2022
Lead Fire Inspector
Letterkenny Army Depot
11.2015 - 03.2020
Fire Inspector
Naval Support Activity Bethesda
10.2012 - 11.2015
Associates of Science in Fire Science -
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
MARYLAND FIRE AND RESCUE INSTITUTE
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