Kyle Smithson
Northport
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and integrity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Protection Inspector
Global Fire Protection
Tuscaloosa
05.2019 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections and testing of fire protection systems and equipment. Including fire pumps, special hazard systems, fire alarm systems, and sprinkler systems such as wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems.
- Evaluated compliance with NFPA standards.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed inspection reports.
- Trained new staff on inspection procedures and company protocols.
- Performed inspections in various types of environments including aircraft hangars, apartment complexes, universities, medical facilities, and schools.
- Took on lead inspector role for full sprinkler inspection contract at Mississippi State University.
Lakes Maintenance worker
City of Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Maintained beautification of city lakes, parks, and other facilities.
- Assisted in monthly sampling of lake waters.
- Assisted in maintenance of lake assets such as buoys, boat ramps, roads, and pipelines.
- Operated equipment such as mowers, trimmers, boats, pickup trucks / dump trucks with and without trailers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting Technology
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL 08.2006 - 05.2009
Skills
- NFPA 25 and 72 compliance
- Report writing
- Fire sprinkler and fire alarm system inspection and testing
- Back flow preventer testing
- Customer relations
Certification
- NICET Level 1 Inspection and testing of water based systems
- Certified for the testing and maintenance of back flow preventers in Alabama (including Birmingham waterworks) and Mississippi.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire Protection Inspector
Global Fire Protection
05.2019 - Current
Lakes Maintenance worker
City of Tuscaloosa
08.2015 - 05.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting Technology
Shelton State Community College
08.2006 - 05.2009