Jose Sergio Vargas
Hillcrest,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Fire Life Safety Technician and Interim Coordinator of Mechanics & Constructions with Elizabeth Public Schools, adept in NEC codes, fire prevention, and bilingual communication. Excelled in streamlining safety protocols, ensuring project efficiency, and fostering interdepartmental collaboration. Proven track record in enhancing safety measures and achieving regulatory compliance, demonstrating superior troubleshooting and organizational skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Coordinator of Mechanics & Constructions
Elizabeth Board of Education
Elizabeth, NJ
12.1999 - Current
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Monitored project progress and provided updates to stakeholders.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies as needed.
- Researched and prepared reports required by management or governmental agencies.
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Fire Life Safety Technician
Elizabeth Public Schools
Elizabeth, New Jersey
12.1999 - Current
- Coordinate with assigned Foreman and/or other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently
- Diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures in assigned systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair
- Inform personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with health and building regulations
- Inspect electrical / fire alarm / security systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance
- Sustained safety protocols, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and materials.
- Developed emergency response plans to minimize risk during hazardous events.
- Ensured that all personnel are aware of any changes in regulations governing occupational health and safety.
- Analyzed job and worksites and reported on hazards, recommendations and successful corrections.
- Examined fire sprinkler and standpipe systems for signs of age or decay posing safety risk, ordering repairs by specialists where necessary.
- Inspected and tested fire alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, emergency generators and other safety and emergency systems for full functionality.
- Advised management on current available safety technologies and equipment appropriate for installation or implementation within facility.
- Trained employees and managers in standard safety procedures, use of safety equipment and behavior-based safety observation techniques.
- Facilitated communication between management teams concerning health and safety initiatives.
- Maintained records of inspections, tests, and evaluations of safety systems.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Education
Certificate - fire protection engineering technology fire alarm systems
NICET
01.2015
Fire Inspector Certificate - Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
Passaic County Community College
Wayne, NJ01.2014
Associate of Arts - Publicity Arts
Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic01.1988
Skills
- National Electric Codes (NEC)
- Fire Code- NFPA 72
- Blueprint reading and interpretation
- Knowledgeable of applicable local codes
- OSHA regulatory compliance
- Fire protection
- NEC codes and codebook
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Code enforcement
- Superior troubleshooting skills
- Strong work ethic
- Advanced critical thinking
- Complex problem solver
Certification
- CEFM - #2019-12-16-1513
- Journeyman Electrician, State Of New Jersey, Division Of Consumer Affairs - License # 34EJ0000100
- Burglar Alarm License - License # 34BA00010800
- Fire Alarm License - #34FA00025900
- Fire Official Certification - ID#180970
- ICC Fire Inspector I -Certificate No. 8147132
- National Institute of Engineering Technology (NICET) - Certificate No. 134417
- Department of Homeland Security - Certificate - Safeguarding Privacy Information
- Certificate WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders
- FEMA - Q-462: ICS- 100
- Factory Certification Silent Knight Analog/Addressable Fire Products, Silent Knight
- Emergency And Standby Generator Application, PHD Center
- Fire Alarm System C4-FAS
Accomplishments
- Analyze blue prints, schematics, and drawings of fire alarm and/or other related electrical systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
- Inspect electrical / fire alarm / security systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance.
- Monitor the electrical / fire alarm / security system work of outside contractors (e.g. new school sites, electrical system upgrades/expansions, major remodels, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the projects are satisfactorily completed and within local State / Federal and District codes, regulations and specifications.
References
References upon request
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Coordinator of Mechanics & Constructions
Elizabeth Board of Education
12.1999 - Current
Fire Life Safety Technician
Elizabeth Public Schools
12.1999 - Current
- CEFM - #2019-12-16-1513
- Journeyman Electrician, State Of New Jersey, Division Of Consumer Affairs - License # 34EJ0000100
- Burglar Alarm License - License # 34BA00010800
- Fire Alarm License - #34FA00025900
- Fire Official Certification - ID#180970
- ICC Fire Inspector I -Certificate No. 8147132
- National Institute of Engineering Technology (NICET) - Certificate No. 134417
- Department of Homeland Security - Certificate - Safeguarding Privacy Information
- Certificate WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders
- FEMA - Q-462: ICS- 100
- Factory Certification Silent Knight Analog/Addressable Fire Products, Silent Knight
- Emergency And Standby Generator Application, PHD Center
- Fire Alarm System C4-FAS
Certificate - fire protection engineering technology fire alarm systems
NICET
Fire Inspector Certificate - Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician
Passaic County Community College
Associate of Arts - Publicity Arts
Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo
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