Jason Kislow
Columbus,MS
Summary
Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GS-08 Lead Firefighter
Columbus Air Force Base Fire Department
03.2015 - 12.2022
- Assisted with managing fire ground proficiency requirements, shift assignment rosters, and daily firefighting operations for 54 personnel. Ensure fire protection of 234 assigned military aircraft, 157 base facilities, and 453 housing units, estimated at $2.3 billion.
- Served as acting Station Captain during supervisor absence; directed daily operations for 10-12 member crew across ARFF, structural, and mutual aid response.
- Exercised control over 4 firefighters on all emergency scenes; supervised prompt and efficient BLS care within the limits of certification and as defined by OSHA, EPA, and fire protection agency regulations and standards.
- Adhered to all organizational health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with all DOD, AF, Occupational Safety and Health Act, and National Fire Protection Association health and safety standards.
- Ensured a safe and healthy workplace for crews by providing safety and health training, taking immediate action to correct and eliminate safety hazards/deficiencies when identified and attempt to reduce all safety mishaps.
- Trained personnel in accordance with military regulations and instructions regarding confined space entry & rescue, HazMat, and First Aid/CPR/AED procedures.
- Supervisor: Heath Niemet (662-434-2262)
Firefighter
Active Duty Air Force
03.2007 - 03.2013
- Fought fires to protect property and save lives; investigated causes; reset alarms; performed Life Flight standbys; operated motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper and mobile water supply truck.
- Detected fire hazards, readied rescue equipment, and planned practical and effective solutions towards safe working practices in compliance with the fire department's confined space program.
- Certified 97% of the department in First Responder, ensuring effectiveness in executing the Confined Space Rescue Technician level and trained team on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) equipment.
- Conducted monthly PPE inspections, achieving 100% accountability of flight assets and ensuring NFPA 1500 compliance.
- Operated pump panel and turret systems during emergencies and live-fire training exercises; maintained water flow and foam ratios per NFPA standards.
- Supported Fire Prevention Week activities; lead station tours and extinguisher demonstrations for base population.
- Supervisor: Gary Crosson (662-434-2266)
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
East Mississippi Community College
Mayhew, MS12.2024
Department of Defense Fire Academy
Louis F. Garland Fire Academy
Goodfellow Air Force Base08.2007
Skills
- Technical aptitude
- Team leadership
- Firefighting procedures
- Emergency medical treatment
- Emergency response procedures
- Incident safety
Certification
IFSAC Fire Department Incident Safety Officer
IFSAC Fire Inspector I/II
IFSAC Fire Instructor I
IFSAC Fire Officer I
IFSAC Public Telecommunication I/II
IFSAC Rescue Technician I (Confined Space Technician I/II, Rope Rescue I/II)
IFSAC ARFF, Mobile Water Supply, Pumper Driver/Operator
IFSAC Hazardous Material Awareness, Operations, Technician
IFSAC Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter
Timeline
GS-08 Lead Firefighter
Columbus Air Force Base Fire Department
03.2015 - 12.2022
Firefighter
Active Duty Air Force
03.2007 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
East Mississippi Community College
Department of Defense Fire Academy
Louis F. Garland Fire Academy
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