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Jonathan Jackson

Kelso,WA

Summary

Seasoned Firefighter with over 32 years of engine company experience with extensive training in emergency response operations. Committed to fire prevention and Community Risk Reduction. Skilled in enforcing municipal fire codes via fire safety inspections, testing of sprinkler systems, alarm systems, hood and duct suppression systems and hydrant fire flow testing.

Outstand decision-making, problem- solving, time management and communication skills.

Over 12 years experience in gathering and analyzing information to determine the causes of ignitions. Systematic in collecting physical evidence, interviews with firefighters and witnesses.

Detailed-oriented, analytical and methodical in approach.

Experienced public speaking to community groups, health care facilities and schools.




Overview

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Work History

Fire Prevention Officer / Firefighter

Olympia Fire Department
2.2-92 - Current
  • Firefighter / EMT, Engineer / Apparatus Operator over 32 years
  • IAPD driver Instructor 15 years
  • Fire Arson Investigator 12 years
  • Fire Prevention Officer 2 years
  • Developed new inspection procedures streamlining inspections with State of Washington and Olympia School District.
  • Revised inspection procedures with focus on re-inspection compliance and immediate operations needs.
  • Honor Guard 18 years
  • Professional Semi Truck Driver 38 years
  • Professional Collegiate umpire (PAC 12) (WCC) 25 years
  • College World Series Umpire Division III 2022

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Portland Community College
Portland, OR

Skills

  • Emergency response apparatus operator
  • Firefighting operations
  • Fire suppression
  • Facility and equipment maintenance
  • Community Risk Reduction
  • Public Education,
  • Fire investigation
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Building Safety Inspector
  • Personnel Training

Leadership Experience

Over 32 years mentoring and training firefighters

Training and supervising code enforcement inspectors

IAPD driver instructor, emergency apparatus operations 

Communication Skills

Confidant and skilled public speaker, small or large group setting.

Personal Information

Title: Fire Prevention Officer

Certification

ICC Fire Inspector I


Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Fire Prevention Officer / Firefighter

Olympia Fire Department
2.2-92 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Portland Community College
Jonathan Jackson