J.R. Rulapaugh
Vail,CO
Summary
Experienced Fire Inspector with over 12 years of experience in the Fire Service. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Customer service skills practiced for over 45 years with attention to detail and resolution of challenges.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Vail Fire &Emergency Services
Vail, CO
05.2002 - 09.2014
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Fire Prevention Inspector
Vail Fire & Emergency Services
Vail, CO
05.2004 - 12.2009
- Developed, implemented and enforced fire prevention and environmental protection regulations.
- Provided high standard of service to various entities in the private and public sectors in a highly energized and goal oriented environment.
- Provided information and education to diverse demographic utilizing creative communication skills.
- Acquired and utilized detailed technical knowledge of life safety systems for implementation in commercial and residential properties.
- Provided high standard of service to various entities in the private and public sectors in a highly energized and goal oriented environment. as structure and systems.
- Attendant in all aspects of the addition of six million square feet and two billion dollars valuation to the Town of Vail during the Vail Renaissance represented as structures and systems.
- Actively continued and achieved extensive education and implementation of fire suppression skills in addition to Inspector duties.
Education
No Degree - Fire Inspection Principles (2006)
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MDNo Degree - Fire And Life Safety Plan Review (2008)
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MDNo Degree - Fire/Arson Origin & Cause Investigation (2009)
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MDNo Degree - Business Administration
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJNo Degree - Theology
Midwestern Baptist College
Pontiac, MINo Degree - Structures And Systems (2007)
National Fire Academy
Emmitsburg, MDSkills
- Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Testing
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Code Enforcement
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Plan review
- Inspection
- Interagency communications
- Public Education
- Certified Advanced Sprinkler Layout Technician
- Certified Child Passenger Safety Seat Technician
- Detailed Report Writing
- Critical Thinking
Certification
Colorado Division of Fire Safety Fire Suppression Systems Inspector 08-0492
Colorado Division of Fire Safety Instructional Methodology
NWCG S-130, S-131, S-190, S-215, S-290
FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 300, IS 700, IS 800A
Oklahoma State University NFPA 25
National Fire Sprinkler Association Advanced Layout Technician, NFPA 25
Boy Scouts of America- Eagle Scout
Additional certifications available upon request.
Timeline
Fire Prevention Inspector
Vail Fire & Emergency Services
05.2004 - 12.2009
Firefighter
Vail Fire &Emergency Services
05.2002 - 09.2014
No Degree - Fire Inspection Principles (2006)
National Fire Academy
No Degree - Fire And Life Safety Plan Review (2008)
National Fire Academy
No Degree - Fire/Arson Origin & Cause Investigation (2009)
National Fire Academy
No Degree - Business Administration
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
No Degree - Theology
Midwestern Baptist College
No Degree - Structures And Systems (2007)
National Fire Academy
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