Mark Jones
Camas,WA
Summary
Adept and dynamic firefighter with extensive experience at Portland Fire & Rescue and East Olympia District 6, I excel in employing both water and chemical streams for firefighting and in leading community safety education. Demonstrated proficiency in rescue equipment and training volunteers showcases my hard and soft skills, contributing to enhanced emergency response effectiveness.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
Portland Fire & Rescue
Portland, WA
11.1997 - Current
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
Firefighter
East Olympia District 6
Olympia, WA
01.1995 - 10.1997
- In addition to Firefighting duties, I was expected to maintain the stations and apparatus. I taught ongoing training to the volunteers, and was involved in any public engagements.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technology
South Puget Sound CC
Olympia WA06-1995
Skills
- Firefighting activities
- Alarm response
- Water and chemical streams
- Ladder rescue
- Rescue equipment proficiency
- Building containment
Affiliations
Coaching youth sports
Guitar
Songwriting
Screenplay writing
Boating
Activities with my family and kids
Accomplishments
- 1996 Firefighter of the year East Olympia Fire Department
Timeline
Firefighter
Portland Fire & Rescue
11.1997 - Current
Firefighter
East Olympia District 6
01.1995 - 10.1997
Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technology
South Puget Sound CC