James Aldworth
6526 N. Glenwood ,IL
Summary
Captain/EMT-B with extensive experience at the City of Chicago, skilled in fire suppression techniques and personnel management. Successfully enhanced firefighter safety through risk management strategies and improved team performance. Proven ability to assess emergency scenes and coordinate effective responses, ensuring operational readiness and effective communication under pressure.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain
City of Chicago
04.2023 - Current
- Oversaw maintenance of equipment and apparatuses, ensuring readiness for emergency situations at all times.
- Increased firefighter safety by implementing risk management principles into operational guidelines and decision-making processes.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
Lieutenant
City of Chicago
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Oversaw maintenance of equipment and apparatuses, ensuring readiness for emergency situations at all times.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
Lieutenant
City of Chicago
08.2015 - 11.2020
Firefighter
City of Chicago
11.1999 - 06.2015
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated tucks and ambulances to aid in rescue operations and medical emergencies
Candidate Firefighter
City of Chicago
10.1997 - 11.1999
Lifeguard
Chicago Park District
06.1995 - 09.1997
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around lakefront
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Managed and protected large crowds during Heat Wave Emergency summer 1997
Operations Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force, USAF
02.1990 - 08.1993
Desert Storm Veteran
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Arts -
DePaul University
Chicago, IL05.2017
Skills
- Firefighting equipment operation
- Rope rescue techniques
- Fireground tactics
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Fire suppression techniques
- Personnel management
- Incident command system
Certification
- IDPH EMT License
IDPH License000747360Feb 1, 2024Jan 31, - 2028Illinois Drivers License - B (non-CDL)
Driver's LicenseA43645570353Dec 13, 2024Dec 12, - 2028Fire Service Instructor I Recert
OSFM - Recertification Task BooksFeb 2, 2009Dec 31, - 2025Hazardous Materials Operations Recert
OSFM - Recertification Task BooksJul 20, 2007Dec 31, - 2025Structural Collapse Operations Recert
OSFM - Recertification Task BooksApr 25, 2014Dec 31, - 2025Trench Operations Recert
OSFM - Recertification Task BooksAug 17, 2018Dec 31, - 2025OSFM Initial Certification - Fire Service Instructor I
OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Feb 2, 2009 - Fire Department Incident Safety Officer
- OSFM Initial Certification - Firefighter II
OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Mar 18, 1998 - OSFM Initial Certification - Hazardous Materials Awareness
OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Mar 18, 1998 - OSFM Initial Certification - Hazardous Materials Operations
OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Jul 20, 2007 - OSFM Initial Certification - Hazardous Materials Technician A
OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070May 23, 2008 - OSFM Initial Certification - Hazardous Materials Technician B
OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Jun 4, 2018 - OSFM Initial Certification - Structural Collapse Operations
- OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Apr 25, 2014OSFM Initial Certification - Technical Rescue Awareness
- OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Oct 31, 2012
- OSFM Initial Certification - Trench Operations
- OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Aug 17, 2018
- OSFM Initial Certification - Vehicle and Machinery Operations
- OSFM Initial CertificationsSFM594070Oct 7, 2016 Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Captain
City of Chicago
04.2023 - Current
Lieutenant
City of Chicago
11.2020 - 02.2023
Lieutenant
City of Chicago
08.2015 - 11.2020
Firefighter
City of Chicago
11.1999 - 06.2015
Candidate Firefighter
City of Chicago
10.1997 - 11.1999
Lifeguard
Chicago Park District
06.1995 - 09.1997
Operations Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force, USAF
02.1990 - 08.1993
Bachelor Of Applied Arts -
DePaul University
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