Jason Crist
Williamston,SC
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with nearly 20 years of experience in the fire service, committed to enhancing departmental success through motivation and leadership. Seasoned firefighter with a robust background in fire suppression, emergency medical services, and disaster response, adept at providing critical support in high-stress situations. Proven ability to lead teams during challenging interventions while educating the public on fire safety best practices. Expertise in rescue operations, hazardous material handling, and equipment maintenance ensures community safety and preparedness, with a continuous drive for learning and excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter ARFF
GSP Airport
Greenville, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Inspected apparatus for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Develop inspection schedule for equipment (Paratech, ResQtec)
- Inspect fire extinguishers
CPR & First Aid Instructor
Upstate EMS
07.2023 - Current
- Set up classroom with CPR mannequins, materials and equipment to make space conducive to learning.
- Assisted with the preparation of course materials including handouts, quizzes, and exams.
Fire Lieutenant
Fountain Inn Fire Department
Fountain Inn, SC
07.2018 - 01.2024
- Instruct fire personnel with assigned duties, includes fire fighting and suppression, patient care and medical services, daily assigned duties
- Ensuring that all personnel are ready to complete daily assigned task
- Responsible for completing annual 1% budget
- Provide emergency medical service to an EMT-B level
- Complete and maintain records on accidents, equipment and supplies
- Record/ schedule maintenance and service on fire hydrants
- Record/ schedule building inspections and preplans
- Identified resource needs, reviewing and appropriate command staff, and implementing improvements
- Assumes captains position when needed
- Demonstrated excellent skills in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling daily fire suppression, prevention, and inspection operations
- Conducted daily shift briefings to ensure proper deployment of personnel and equipment
- Developed and implemented training plans to ensure that all personnel were familiar with assigned duties and responsibilities
- Commanded at emergency calls and was in charge of the crew on scene operations
- Assist in minor apparatus repairs
- Handled a wide range of fire engineering projects, from concept to completion
- Performed daily task given by command staff
- Continuing education and training
- Respond to structure fires, alarms, MVAs, medical calls and any other emergency that we were called upon
- Completed regular drills to keep proficiency
- Judgment skills and Decision making
- Training and Mentoring
- Customer Service
- Strong Communication skills
Fire Engineer
FIFD
01.2012 - 07.2018
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all installed systems to make sure they are functioning properly.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Firefighter
Williamston Fire Dept
Williamston, SC
04.2005 - 08.2017
- Firefighter of the year awarded 4 years in a row
- Engineer of the year Awarded 3 times during my time as Engineer
- Citation of Excellence Award for CPR save
- Citation of Excellence Awarded for actions during Hurricane Irma
Firefighter
FIFD
12.2009 - 01.2012
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALCPR & First Aid Instructor -
Upstate EMS
Greenville, SC03.2025
EMT-B -
SC school of medicine
Greenville, SC01.2017
Diploma - college prep
Palmetto High
Williamston, SC06.1998
Skills
- Fire suppression
- Direct patient support
- Healthcare services
- Financial budget oversight
- Emergency medical response
- Accurate record keeping
- Preventive maintenance scheduling
- Conducting building inspections
- Resource identification
- Planning
- Efficient task management
- Team directing
- Operational oversight
- Training development
- Crew management
- Report preparation
- Equipment operation
- Fire safety assessment
- Fire safety training
- Emergency preparedness drills
- Judgment skills
- Decision making
- CPR & First Aid instruction
- EMT-Basic
- Mentoring
- Mechanical skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Hands-on approach
- Willingness to learn
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Emergency scene management
- Advanced extrication techniques
- Emergency medical treatment
- Leadership and supervision
Accomplishments
- 2025 Firefighter of the Year (GSP ARFF)
- Firefighter of the Year, awarded 4 years in a row
- Engineer of the Year, Awarded 3 times during my time as Engineer
- Citation of Excellence, Award for CPR save
- Citation of Excellence, Awarded for actions during Hurricane Irma
Timeline
Firefighter ARFF
GSP Airport
01.2024 - Current
CPR & First Aid Instructor
Upstate EMS
07.2023 - Current
Fire Lieutenant
Fountain Inn Fire Department
07.2018 - 01.2024
Fire Engineer
FIFD
01.2012 - 07.2018
Firefighter
FIFD
12.2009 - 01.2012
Firefighter
Williamston Fire Dept
04.2005 - 08.2017
CPR & First Aid Instructor -
Upstate EMS
EMT-B -
SC school of medicine
Diploma - college prep
Palmetto High
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Columbia Southern University
Volunteer Experience
Sunday school teacher, teach 2nd grade sunday school, Trustee at Washington Baptist Church