Hilton Barlow
Battalion Chief-Irving Fire Department
420 Sessums Road,TX
Summary
Experienced with leading emergency response teams and managing critical operations. Utilizes strategic planning and strong leadership to navigate high-pressure situations effectively. Track record of fostering teamwork and ensuring operational safety and efficiency. Consistently nominated for Fire Officer of the year.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Battalion Chief
Irving Fire Department
05.2020 - Current
- Managed multiple fire stations effectively, ensuring personnel were properly trained, equipped, and supervised.
- Developing a high-rise fire training program, that continues to grow with the addition of multiple new classes a year.
- Created comprehensive pre-incident planning documents of fortress style apartments to facilitate efficient responses in high-risk environments.
- Enhanced firefighter safety through the implementation of comprehensive training programs and adherence to strict safety guidelines.
- Compiled incident reports and conducted post-incident analysis to identify areas for improvement in emergency response procedures.
- Demonstrate a commitment to excellence throughout my tenure as Battalion Chief, consistently receiving positive performance evaluations for my ability to deliver results within challenging environments.
- Received multiple nominations for Fire Officer of the year.
- Conducted thorough accident incident investigations to identify root causes and determine necessary corrective actions for future prevention.
Fire Captain
Irving Fire Department
09.2016 - 05.2020
- EMS Captain- Helped developed and establish the new position of 522.
- Mentored new recruits and new Lieutenant officers, guiding them through training programs and preparing them for advancement within the Irving Fire Department.
- Led team in fighting fires using tactics based on various types of fuel and environments.
- Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Received nomination for Fire Officer of the year.
Fire Lieutenant
Irving Fire Department
11.2013 - 09.2016
- Acting Captain when assigned captain was not on duty.
- Prepared reports of fires, equipment and personnel.
- Maintained log books, run reports and training records.
Fire Engineer
Irving Fire Department
09.2009 - 11.2013
- Acting Lieutenant when assigned lieutenant was not on duty.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies to include: advanced life support, basic life support, and pediatric advanced life support as a paramedic.
- Trained new recruits under the guidance of the station captain.
- Developed a fire hydraulics training program for fire station 2.
- Operated fire equipment to include various saws, ladders, vehicles.
Firefighter
Irving Fire Department
11.2005 - 09.2009
- Acting Fire Equipment Operator (FEO) when assigned FEOs were not on duty.
- Deploy and operate fire hose streams to extinguish fires on various types of fuel and environments.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies.
- Trained and mentored new fire recruits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Protection And Safety Technology
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK12-1997
Associate of Applied Science - Hazardous Materials
Muscatine Community College
Muscatine, IA 05.2001 -
Skills
Incident Command
Personnel management
Solution oriented problem solving
Telestaff
Effective communication
Self motivating
Fire protection systems
Fire Strategy and Tactics
Certifications
*Fire Officer 4 *Licensed National Registry Paramedic *Instructor 2 *Incident Safety Officer *Fire Equipment Operator
Timeline
Battalion Chief
Irving Fire Department
05.2020 - Current
Fire Captain
Irving Fire Department
09.2016 - 05.2020
Fire Lieutenant
Irving Fire Department
11.2013 - 09.2016
Fire Engineer
Irving Fire Department
09.2009 - 11.2013
Firefighter
Irving Fire Department
11.2005 - 09.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Hazardous Materials
Muscatine Community College
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Fire Protection And Safety Technology
Oklahoma State University