Joshua Johnson
McMinnville,OR
Summary
With 22 years of experience in the fire protection industry, I am a highly qualified worker with expertise in fire sprinkler installation, inspection, and foreman roles. I have also had experience as an owner and management positions. I
currently have the following licenses NICET Level 2 inspection and testing of water based systems, Oregon Backflow License, Certificate of Fitness from Portland Fire and Rescue, State of Washington Fire Sprinkler Certificate of Competency, 30 Hour OSHA, and EM385 fall Protection Training.
My primary focus is on building a reputation for excellent service and quality performance. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the work place.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspection/Service Tech
Basic Fire Protection
Portland, OR
01.2023 - Current
- Inspection, Service and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems
- Perform monthly, quarterly, Annual, 3 year, and 5 maintenance on Wet, Dry Pre-Action, Deluge systems
- Also perform weekly, monthly, annual and 3 year testing and maintenance of fire pumps
- Perform repairs on all above listed systems as needed to maintain proper performance of systems
- Back flush and hydrostatic testing of FDC piping
- Internal inspection and repairs of backflows
- Testing of new and existing backflows.
Fitter/Inspector
Cosco Fire Protection
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Testing and inspecting wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, and stand pipe systems
- Service and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems
- Perform monthly, quarterly, Annual, 3 year, and 5 year maintenance on Wet, Dry Pre-Action, Deluge systems
- Also perform weekly, monthly, annual and 3 year testing and maintenance of fire pumps
- Testing percentages while flow testing foam systems
- Internal inspection and repairs on backflow assemblies
- Hydrostatic testing of FDC piping.
Inspection/Service Technician
Action Fire Pros
Waxahachie, TX
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Perform required inspection of many different fire systems including; Wet, Dry, Pre-action, Fire Pumps, Fire Hydrants, Vent Hood systems and Fire Extinguishers
- Testing of Backflow assemblies
- Create estimates for all deficiencies that included estimating labor time and materials needed.
Foreman/Construction Manager
National Fire Protection
Rockville, MD
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Supervised all operations on multiple construction sites
- Track labor on jobs
- Field survey for design on new construction and retro projects
- QC design before drawings were sent to fabrication
- Coordinated between design and field employees
- Estimate labor for projects in the bidding phase
- Operated/transported equipment to and from jobs
- Purchased equipment and materials necessary for all jobs.
Foreman/Inspector
Texas Fire Suppression
Jarrell, TX
08.2014 - 03.2017
- Inspected pipes and piping systems to assess their quality and condition
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep them in excellent working condition
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades
- Operated/transported equipment to and from jobs
- Installed and inspected new and existing sprinkler lines
- Worked on all aspects of fire suppression systems from start to finish
- Conduct annual and semi-annual inspection, maintenance and service of fire extinguishers and kitchen systems.
Construction Manager
Automatic Fire Protection
Austin/San Antonio, TX
06.2012 - 02.2013
- Supervised operation on multiple construction sites
Owner/Vice President
Hot Shots Fire Protection LLC
Bend, OR
04.2008 - 06.2012
- Maintained all aspects of business from bids to finishing jobs in the field
Foreman
FLSA
Austin, TX
01.2009 - 10.2010
Foreman/Fire Sprinkler Division Manager
Fire Pro
Bend, OR
10.2005 - 04.2008
- Managed the Fire Sprinkler division from maintenance to new construction
Foreman
Firetrol
Round Rock, TX
10.2010
Education
GED -
Crook County High School
Prineville, ORSkills
- Time management
- ISO drawing interpretation
- Pipefitting processes expertise
- Quality production
- Supervised multiple projects and assignments
- Personnel Supervision
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment Maintenance
- Organizational Skills
- Routine Inspections
- Problem-solving abilities
- Collaboration and Teamwork
State
OR
Zip
97128
City
McMinnville
Street
1207 SW Patricia Street
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Timeline
Inspection/Service Tech
Basic Fire Protection
01.2023 - Current
Fitter/Inspector
Cosco Fire Protection
02.2020 - 12.2022
Inspection/Service Technician
Action Fire Pros
06.2018 - 02.2020
Foreman/Construction Manager
National Fire Protection
03.2017 - 06.2018
Foreman/Inspector
Texas Fire Suppression
08.2014 - 03.2017
Construction Manager
Automatic Fire Protection
06.2012 - 02.2013
Foreman
Firetrol
10.2010
Foreman
FLSA
01.2009 - 10.2010
Owner/Vice President
Hot Shots Fire Protection LLC
04.2008 - 06.2012
Foreman/Fire Sprinkler Division Manager
Fire Pro
10.2005 - 04.2008
GED -
Crook County High School
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