Matthew LaSota
Firefighter Engineer And AEMT
Liberty,UT
Summary
Highly trained Engineer proficient in equipment, techniques and tools useful for optimizing Wildland and Structural firefighting. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every fire. Resourceful, hardworking and dependable professional. Brings 13 years of Salt Lake City Fire Department experience in fire fighting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter Engineer
Salt Lake City Fire Department
Salt Lake City , Utah
6 2011 - Current
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Assessed active fires and consulted with Captain to devise optimal approach and containment strategies.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
Communications Specialist
FEMA USAR UTTF1
Salt Lake City , Utah
2018.02 - Current
- Performed as part of search and rescue team to disasters across country.
- Maintained and operated all communications equipment for team.
- Planned and setup communications system for optimal use by search teams.
Fire Inspector
Salt Palace Convention Center
Salt Lake City , Utah
2014.01 - Current
- Located fire code violations and recommended actions to bring properties into compliance.
- Inspected buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
Pit Road Firefighter
LasVegas Motor Speedway
North Las Vegas , Nevada
2008.09 - Current
- Evaluated situation at Nascar races to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Standby at Nascar garages and on pit road to protect Nascar drivers, crews and public from fire, accidents, and other hazards before, during and after races.
Education
Certifications - Fire Academy, EMT Basic And Advanced EMT
Davis Applied Technology College
Kaysville, UT 2005.01 - 2005.09
Skills
Customer service
Written Communication
Apparatus inspection
Conditions assessment
Medical Team Collaboration
Emergency Support
Fire Pump Operation
Problem-Solving
PPE Compliance
Self-Motivated
Critical Thinking
Additional Information
SLCFD Honor Guard member.
SET member and former SET equipment manager.
Fireworks, flame effects, and pyrotechnics inspector.
ARFF Committee Engineer Representative
Timeline
Communications Specialist
FEMA USAR UTTF1
2018.02 - Current
Fire Inspector
Salt Palace Convention Center
2014.01 - Current
Pit Road Firefighter
LasVegas Motor Speedway
2008.09 - Current
Certifications - Fire Academy, EMT Basic And Advanced EMT
Davis Applied Technology College
2005.01 - 2005.09
Firefighter Engineer
Salt Lake City Fire Department
6 2011 - Current
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