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Jack Whalen

Wilmington,US

Summary

Dedicated and credentialed Firefighter/EMT with 10+ years of combined municipal and federal service in high-security military, port, and industrial environments. Proven expertise in fire protection systems, NFPA/OSHA compliance, hazard mitigation, and emergency planning. Holds IFSAC certifications in Fire Inspector I and Fire Investigator. Adept at leading fire prevention programs, performing technical inspections, and building collaborative safety cultures across diverse teams. Currently seeking to lead and elevate fire protection operations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter/EMT

Federal Firefighter/EMT, Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point
Southport, NC
05.2024 - Current
  • Lead emergency response involving land-based and marine fire incidents at a major U.S. strategic shipping terminal.
  • Conduct high-level inspections on vessels and port infrastructure for compliance with federal and NFPA standards.
  • Coordinate pre-incident planning and drills with port operations, enhancing readiness and inter-agency cooperation.
  • Manage use and maintenance of specialized marine-compatible firefighting and hazmat equipment.

Firefighter/EMT

Federal Firefighter/EMT, Fort Drum Fire & Emergency Services
Fort Drum, NY
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Performed comprehensive inspections of commercial and military facilities, enforcing life safety codes and federal compliance.
  • Responded to structure fires, hazardous material spills, and EMS calls within high-risk, secure environments.
  • Played a key role in the development of risk-based mitigation plans involving explosives and industrial hazards.

Firefighter/EMT

Federal Firefighter/EMT, Watervliet Arsenal Fire & Emergency Services
Watervliet, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Operated structural and wildland apparatus, hazmat units, and technical rescue equipment.
  • Conducted code-compliant inspections and response activities across U.S. Army manufacturing facilities.
  • Supported fire protection systems testing, documentation, and maintenance workflows.

Fire Investigator Apprentice

Fire Investigator Apprentice, Onondaga County Fire Investigation Unit
Syracuse, NY
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Investigated fire cause and origin in collaboration with law enforcement and insurance agencies.
  • Collected and documented evidence for use in court proceedings and prevention strategy reports.
  • Assisted senior investigators in generating legally sound, technically accurate findings.

Education

A.A.S. - Fire Protection Technology

Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY
12.2018

Skills

  • Fire Protection Program Oversight
  • Regulatory Code Compliance
  • Facility & Vessel Fire Safety Inspections
  • Emergency Response Coordination
  • Hazardous Materials Mitigation
  • Technical Reporting & Documentation
  • Marine & Industrial Fire Operations
  • Risk Reduction & Loss Prevention Strategy
  • Team Training & Safety Education

Certification

  • IFSAC Fire Inspector I
  • IFSAC Fire Investigator
  • IFSAC Firefighter I/II
  • Pro-Board Driver Operator (MWS/Pumper)
  • Pro-Board Hazardous Materials Technician
  • NC Emergency Medical Technician
  • ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
  • NYS Terrorism & Suspicious Activity Reporting for Fire/EMS

Volunteer Experience

Firefighter (Volunteer), Liverpool Fire Department, Firefighter (Volunteer), Liverpool, NY, 2016, 2018, Supported fire inspections, EMS, and public safety education., Participated in tactical response training and scenario-based emergency drills.

Timeline

Firefighter/EMT

Federal Firefighter/EMT, Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point
05.2024 - Current

Firefighter/EMT

Federal Firefighter/EMT, Fort Drum Fire & Emergency Services
01.2021 - 01.2024

Firefighter/EMT

Federal Firefighter/EMT, Watervliet Arsenal Fire & Emergency Services
01.2020 - 01.2021

Fire Investigator Apprentice

Fire Investigator Apprentice, Onondaga County Fire Investigation Unit
01.2017 - 01.2019

A.A.S. - Fire Protection Technology

Onondaga Community College

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