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Jared Al-Jamie

Mount Shasta,CA

Summary

Sharp and focused Firefighter proudly offering over 10 years' experience with Cal Fire Siskiyou Unit, and Cal Fire Butte Unit. Excelling in speaking with the public about fire safety as well as responding to various types of emergency situations. I'm seen as a determined professional known for thoroughly inspecting fire apparatus, maintaining equipment daily, and Offering outstanding communication and active listening skills. As a dextrous and diligent Fireman promoting an extensive background in fitness and emergency medical response, coupled with fire suppression techniques, I believe I possess the skills needed to be a valued member of a highly effective team. Looking to tackle new challenges with an organization that appreciates an employee with great integrity and reliability.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Apparatus Engineer

CAL FIRE - SKU
Weed/McCloud, CA
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained records of all repairs and services performed on each piece of equipment.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on fire apparatus, including but not limited to; oil and filter changes, belt inspections, hose testing, pump certifications, electrical system diagnostics.
  • Assisted in the installation of new fire apparatus components such as pumps, tanks, valves, hoses and other related items.
  • Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property and public;.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for firefighters;.
  • Supervised the maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment and supplies;.
  • Conducted daily inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations;.
  • Coordinated activities with other agencies during emergency incidents;.
  • Evaluated performance of subordinate staff and provided feedback;.
  • Assisted in the preparation of budgets and maintained fiscal control over assigned resources;.
  • Provided technical advice on fire prevention matters to management staff;.
  • Prepared reports related to operational activities, personnel issues and budget controls;.
  • Investigated hazardous conditions, violations of laws or ordinances, and complaints regarding fire protection services.
  • Analyzed data from incident reports, surveys, studies and investigations to identify trends or areas of concern;.
  • Maintained communication with community groups to promote public awareness about fire safety measures;.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational procedures, policies and practices;.
  • Responded to calls involving hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations or medical emergencies as needed;.
  • Ensured that all personnel adhered to established standards for conduct, behavior and dress code requirements;.
  • Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated emergency to direct company operations.
  • Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
  • Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
  • Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
  • Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
  • Developed and implemented training procedures for newly hired personnel.

Firefighter II

CALFIRE Butte Unit
Paradise, CA
04.2019 - Current
  • Extinguished residential, structural, wildland and automobile fires with handheld tools and equipment. Maintained supplies and materials on fire and rescue vehicles daily. Maintained fire extinguishers and other fire equipment in multiple stations daily. Completed continuing education classes in firefighting, rescue and emergency services. Implemented training to maintain accountability and performance standards for employee professional development
  • Routinely operated "Live" fire propane props in a state of the art fire training tower.
  • Acted as a lead during trainings in the fire tower and flashover training prop utilizing my experience from fire suppression and training burns to safely create conditions promoting a flashover condition occur.
  • Operated ICS type 1, 3 and 5 fire engines and type 2 rescue
  • Responded to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.
  • Tasked with building and maintaining roof vent props for the Fire Training Tower
  • Conducted emergency response planning, including conducting research for the development of building pre-plans and conducting company building fire prevention inspections.
  • Met with members of the community to provide information on ways to prevent fires and to offer fire safety tips.
  • Responded to medical emergencies, alarms, and bomb threats.
  • Coordinated the overall training effort of the department, including all aspects of emergency response, disaster planning and emergency management, fire prevention and education, and leadership and management.
  • Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
  • Laid hose lines, operated nozzles, pumps, and hydrants and utilized fire extinguishers and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.
  • Responded to fire alarms and used job-specific equipment, including operating pumps, aerial ladders, and auxiliary equipment.
  • Planned, developed, implemented and monitored fire safety plans that addressed specific fire and life safety systems.
  • Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
  • Conducted and planned periodic fire safety inspections.
  • Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
  • Attended training to maintain a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated the emergency to direct company operations.
  • Performed inspections of all facilities, equipment, and personnel.
  • Revised and maintained all equipment and test logs.
  • Checked all equipment, including hoses and breathing masks after a fire call to make sure that it was thoroughly cleaned and working properly.
  • Maintained discipline and insured that personnel followed department rules and regulations.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in a condition of readiness and performed general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property.

Firefighter 1

CALFIRE Siskiyou Unit
Weed, CA
03.2016 - 03.2019
  • Extinguished residential, structural, wildland and automobile fires with handheld tools and equipment. Maintained supplies and materials on fire and rescue vehicles daily. Maintained fire extinguishers and other fire equipment in multiple stations daily. Completed continuing education classes in firefighting, rescue and emergency services. Implemented training to maintain accountability and performance standards for employee professional development
  • Responded to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.
  • Conducted emergency response planning, including conducting research for the development of building pre-plans and conducting company building fire prevention inspections.
  • Assisted in the development and maintenance of an effective system of records and reports of alarm responses, fire and casualty reports, personnel actions, quarters, apparatus equipment, training, hose maintenance and testing.
  • Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked the operating condition of hydrants.
  • Informed and educated the public about fire prevention.
  • Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in a condition of readiness and performed general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels, or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Conducted search and rescue operations and quickly analyzed all medical emergencies as well as administered first aid to injured persons.
  • Checked all equipment, including hoses and breathing masks after a fire call to make sure that it was thoroughly cleaned and working properly.
  • Checked medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.
  • Attended training to maintain a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
  • Laid hose lines, operated nozzles, pumps, and hydrants and utilized fire extinguishers and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.

Firefighter/Sleeper Volunteer

Weed City Fire Department
Weed, CA
03.2013 - 06.2015
  • Extinguished residential, structural, wildland and automobile fires with handheld tools and equipment. Maintained supplies and materials on fire and rescue vehicles daily. Maintained fire extinguishers and other fire equipment in multiple stations daily. Completed continuing education classes in firefighting, rescue and emergency services. Implemented training to maintain accountability and performance standards for employee professional development
  • Operated multiple different manufactures cascade systems, and learned calibration techniques for such systems.
  • Routinely operated "Live Fire" propane props in a state of the art fire training tower whilst mentoring new members In safe and realistic fire operations.
  • Coordinated the overall training effort of the department, including all aspects of emergency response, disaster planning and emergency management, fire prevention and education, and leadership and management.
  • Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
  • Laid hose lines, operated nozzles, pumps, and hydrants and utilized fire extinguishers and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.
  • Responded to fire alarms and used job-specific equipment, including operating pumps, aerial ladders, and auxiliary equipment.
  • Planned, developed, implemented and monitored fire safety plans that addressed specific fire and life safety systems.
  • Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
  • Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
  • Attended training to maintain a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Performed inspections of all facilities, equipment, and personnel.
  • Revised and maintained all equipment and test logs.
  • Provided emergency treatment and medical care to people who were injured in accidents and fires.
  • Checked all equipment, including hoses and breathing masks after a fire call to make sure that it was thoroughly cleaned and working properly.
  • Checked medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.
  • Transferred, lifted and moved patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels, or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Maintained discipline and insured that personnel followed department rules and regulations.

Firefighter 1

CALFIRE Siskiyou Unit
McCloud, CA
05.2013 - 08.2014
  • Extinguished residential, structural, wildland and automobile fires with handheld tools and equipment. Maintained supplies and materials on fire and rescue vehicles daily. Maintained fire extinguishers and other fire equipment in multiple stations daily. Completed continuing education classes in firefighting, rescue and emergency services. Implemented training to maintain accountability and performance standards for employee professional development
  • Conducted emergency response planning, including conducting research for the development of building pre-plans and conducting company building fire prevention inspections.
  • Met with members of the community to provide information on ways to prevent fires and to offer fire safety tips.
  • Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
  • Laid hose lines, operated nozzles, pumps, and hydrants and utilized fire extinguishers and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.
  • Responded to fire alarms and used job-specific equipment, including operating pumps, aerial ladders, and auxiliary equipment.
  • Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
  • Conducted and planned periodic fire safety inspections.
  • Attended trainings to maintain a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Responded to fire and emergency alarms and evaluated the emergency to direct company operations.
  • Performed inspections of all facilities, equipment, and personnel.
  • Revised and maintained all equipment and test logs.
  • Checked all equipment, including hoses and breathing masks after a fire call to make sure that it was thoroughly cleaned and working properly.
  • Checked medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.
  • Ensured that hoses were laid out and properly connected to fire hydrants for fire suppression.
  • Transferred, lifted and moved patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels, or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Maintained discipline and insured that personnel followed department rules and regulations.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in a condition of readiness and performed general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property.
  • Responded to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.

Education

High School Diploma -

El Modena High School
2011

Fire Science Technology

College of The Siskyous

Fire Certifications

Cal Fire Accreditations

Skills

  • EMT
  • SFM Firefighter 1
  • SFM Firefighter 2
  • 100 months state time -FF1/FF2/FAE
  • 3 Years Volunteer/Sleeper
  • Larro/RRAO
  • "B" Faller - S212
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • 4 Years Certified Lifeguard
  • Advanced pre-hospital emergency care
  • Swift Water Technical Rescue
  • Structure Collapse Specialist
  • Rope Rescue Technician
  • Emergency response
  • Medical response
  • First response services
  • Firefighting techniques expertise
  • Ladder operation
  • Fire suppression tactics
  • Incident safety
  • Verbal communication
  • Conditions assessment
  • Facility and equipment maintenance
  • Apparatus maintenance
  • Medical assessments
  • Staff development and leadership
  • Life support services
  • Hazardous materials handling

Additional Information

To obtain a Fire Captain position for Cal Fire. I feel like I have the knowledge and skills to be an asset to the team of supervisors, members of the crew, and fire station as a whole. With my highly motivated personality and my desire to continue training and learning, this transfer will allow me the opportunity to not only master my trade as a Fireman, Engineer, and Fire Captain but also to empower and help firefighters and other employees along the way. Obtaining this position here will expedite my goals and give me the freedom to put my technical training, education, and experience to use in new environments, unfamiliar situations and the constantly changing circumstances.

Affiliations

-Local 2881

-Siskiyou County Fire Protection Committee

-Mountain Fitness Gym

-Stoneway Crossfit Gym

Personal References

FC Luke Woodward - (530) 367-8034

FC Shawn Burnell - (530) 570-3908

FC Shane Hollstrom - (530) 828-1117

FC Alejandro Saise - (530) 228-4322

Timeline

Fire Apparatus Engineer

CAL FIRE - SKU
01.2023 - Current

Firefighter II

CALFIRE Butte Unit
04.2019 - Current

Firefighter 1

CALFIRE Siskiyou Unit
03.2016 - 03.2019

Firefighter 1

CALFIRE Siskiyou Unit
05.2013 - 08.2014

Firefighter/Sleeper Volunteer

Weed City Fire Department
03.2013 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

El Modena High School

Fire Science Technology

College of The Siskyous

Fire Certifications

Cal Fire Accreditations
Jared Al-Jamie