Joseph Feasel
Orient,OH
Summary
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for quick decision-making.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Central Township Joint Fire District
London, OH
04.2023 - Current
- Trained new recruits on firefighting procedures and equipment usage, promoting team competency and safety awareness.
- Developed standard operating procedures for emergency responses, improving consistency in operations across the department.
- Led community outreach programs on fire safety education, fostering public awareness and prevention strategies.
- Evaluated incident reports to identify areas for process improvement, driving strategic enhancements in firefighting tactics.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
Firefighter
Tri-County Joint Fire District
Mount Sterling, OH
01.2021 - Current
- Conducted fire suppression techniques, protecting life and property from fire hazards.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assessment and intervention in fire incidents.
- Operated firefighting equipment, ensuring readiness and adherence to safety protocols during operations.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, enhancing operational efficiency and response times.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drive and operate structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Service Technician
Commercial Parts & Service
Hilliard, OH
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Led troubleshooting sessions for complex equipment failures, leveraging technical expertise to devise effective solutions quickly.
- Analyzed service data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement initiatives in repair practices and customer feedback responses.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Developed training materials for staff on new technologies and systems, enhancing team knowledge and performance capabilities.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and resolving potential problems.
Service Technician
Columbus Commercial Cooking
Columbus, OH
03.2013 - 04.2020
- Diagnosed and repaired commercial cooking equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs, reducing downtime and extending equipment lifespan for clients.
- Provided on-site maintenance support, addressing customer concerns promptly to enhance service satisfaction.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment repair methodologies and safety protocols, fostering skill development.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline service processes, improving operational efficiency by standardizing procedures.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
Field Service Technician
AM Communication
Columbus, OH
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues in communication equipment on-site.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal system performance.
- Collaborated with clients to understand service needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Trained junior technicians on troubleshooting techniques and equipment handling.
Education
Firefighter Level I And II, Hazmat Operations -
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH12-2019
High School Diploma -
Franklin Heights High School
Columbus, OH06-2006
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- Fire safety
- Stress management
- Scene management
- Rescue techniques
- Vehicle extrication
- Fire hose deployment
- Fire pump operation
- Rescue equipment use
- Forcible entry techniques
- Personal protective equipment
- Fire control methods
- Stress resilience
- Equipment maintenance
- Forcible entry techniques
Certification
- Certified Grain Bin Rescue, Ohio Fire Academy - 4 Years
- Certified AWR 147 Rail Car Incident Response, University Of Findley - 3 years
- Certified Fire Safety Course for Firefighters, Columbia Gas of Ohio - 1 year
- Certified Hose and Nozzle Evaluation, Western Buckeye Training, LLC. - 1 year
Timeline
Firefighter
Central Township Joint Fire District
04.2023 - Current
Firefighter
Tri-County Joint Fire District
01.2021 - Current
Service Technician
Commercial Parts & Service
05.2020 - 06.2021
Field Service Technician
AM Communication
04.2016 - 07.2018
Service Technician
Columbus Commercial Cooking
03.2013 - 04.2020
Firefighter Level I And II, Hazmat Operations -
Columbus State Community College
High School Diploma -
Franklin Heights High School