John Stroope
Mayhill,NM
Summary
Proactive Fire Lieutenant with 10 years of career firefighting and personnel management skills. 26 combined years of career, military and volunteer fire service. Proven success overseeing and directing work of 7 subordinates. Talented at evaluating fires, recognizing danger and taking necessary actions for protection of property and lives.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lieutenant/Company Officer
Alamogordo Fire Department
08.2013 - Current
- Prepared, and completed reports of fires, vehicle accidents, emergency calls, medical rescue calls, calls for service, equipment and personnel.
- Directed work of 7 firefighters engaged in the day to day operations of the Alamogordo Fire Department.
- Member of the Technical Review Committee, reviewing building plans for fire safety.
- Member of the HazMat Team, Technical Rope Rescue Team, ARFF Team.
- Skilled in vehicle extrication.
- Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms and equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Conducted annual firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
- Created educational programs regarding life safety and fire prevention.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures.
- Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
Construction Foreman
John Stroope Construction
01.2004 - Current
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Highly skilled in all aspects of residential construction.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
Electricians Mate
Navy
07.1988 - 09.1992
- Completed Basic Electricity and Electronics School
- Completed Electricians Mate "A" School
- Completed Firefighter Training School
- Assigned to the USS Proteus, AS19, Submarine Tender
- Performed electrical repairs and electric motor rewind on Fast Attack Nuclear Powered Submarines
- Served as Repair Locker 1 Electrician, Desmoking Team Leader, Dewatering Team Leader, Firefighter. Qualified Scene Leader/Team Leader.
Education
Fire Service Certifications - Fire Service
Alabama Fire College
Tuscaloosa, ALFire Service Certifications - Fire Service
NMFTA
Socorro, NMFire Service Certifications - ARFF
Salt Lake City ARFF Training Center
Salt Lake City, UTCertification - EMT
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NMNo Degree - Architectural Drafting Technology
New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NMSkills
- Staff Training
- Situational Awareness
- Task Prioritization
- Risk Assessment
- Leadership Abilities
- Interpersonal Skills
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Emergency Response
- Technical Proficiency
- Strategic Planning
- Public Relations
Timeline
Shift Lieutenant/Company Officer
Alamogordo Fire Department
08.2013 - Current
Construction Foreman
John Stroope Construction
01.2004 - Current
Electricians Mate
Navy
07.1988 - 09.1992
Fire Service Certifications - Fire Service
Alabama Fire College
Fire Service Certifications - Fire Service
NMFTA
Fire Service Certifications - ARFF
Salt Lake City ARFF Training Center
Certification - EMT
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
No Degree - Architectural Drafting Technology
New Mexico Junior College
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