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Jeffrey Gallimore

Kent,Ohio

Summary

I have spent 25 years in public safety. Most of those years were in the fire suppression division responding to fire and ems calls. On several occasions I have had opportunities to advance my career. I was promoted to Fire Lieutenant which is in our fire prevention bureau. There i conducted fire inspections on suppression systems and fire alarms, conducted fire investigations, and fire safety education. For several years I participated with our SWAT team as tactical ems.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Armed Security/Advanced EMT

Allied Universal Security Services
12.2025 - Current

Firefighter/ Paramedic

Boardman Township
01.2003 - Current
  • Led firefighting operations during emergencies, coordinating resources for optimal response efficiency.
  • Developed training programs focusing on advanced firefighting techniques and safety measures for staff development.
  • Collaborated with local agencies to promote community awareness regarding fire safety practices and prevention strategies.
  • Implemented process improvements in emergency response protocols, increasing overall effectiveness of operations.

Fire Investigator

Churchwell Fire Consultants
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conducted thorough investigations to determine fire cause and origin.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
  • Analyzed fire patterns using specialized tools and techniques for accurate conclusions.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations for prevention measures.

Fire Lieutenant

Boardman Township
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Supervised emergency response operations, ensuring team readiness and safety compliance.
  • Coordinated training programs for new firefighters, enhancing skill development and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted inspections of hundreds of businesses including fire suppression systems and fire alarm systems.
  • Conducted plan reviews for new construction and renovations of existing construction.
  • Lead and participated in many fire investigations within the township.

Firefighter/ Paramedic

Cardinal Joint Fire District
04.2003 - 01.2023
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring rapid assessment and action on-site.
  • Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and recommending safety improvements.
  • participated in several fire investigations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jonathan Alder High School
Plain City, OH
06.1993

Skills

  • High mechanical aptitude
  • Problem solving
  • Ability to think quickly and react in an ever-changing situation
  • Multi-tasking

Certification

  • State of Ohio firefighter 1 and 2
  • Ohio Paramedic 2000-2018
  • Ohio Advanced EMT
  • Ohio Fire Inspector
  • Ohio Fire Investigator 1 and 2
  • IAAI Certified Fire Investigator
  • NAFI Certified Fire and Explosion investigator

Timeline

Armed Security/Advanced EMT

Allied Universal Security Services
12.2025 - Current

Fire Investigator

Churchwell Fire Consultants
01.2023 - 05.2024

Fire Lieutenant

Boardman Township
03.2022 - 01.2023

Firefighter/ Paramedic

Cardinal Joint Fire District
04.2003 - 01.2023

Firefighter/ Paramedic

Boardman Township
01.2003 - Current

High School Diploma -

Jonathan Alder High School