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Michael McAvaddy

Egg Harbor Township,NJ

Summary

Dynamic firefighter with extensive experience at the City of Pleasantville, excelling in emergency medical treatment and structural firefighting. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, enhancing community safety through public education and fire prevention initiatives. Skilled in fire inspection and report preparation, committed to protecting lives and property.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Safety Inspector

State of New Jersey
07.2023 - Current
  • Reduced fire hazard risks through diligent identification and correction of fire code violations.
  • Collaborated with property owners to develop customized plans for addressing identified fire hazards.
  • Increased efficiency in inspection processes through the implementation of new technology tools specifically designed for this task.
  • Stayed current on industry trends related to building materials, design methodologies, firefighting technologies through ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or publications in order to provide accurate recommendations.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the department by regularly soliciting feedback from peers and supervisors regarding inspection procedures and performance metrics.
  • Enhanced fire safety awareness by conducting comprehensive inspections of commercial and residential buildings.
  • Improved overall building safety by recommending and implementing fire prevention measures.
  • 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.
  • Wrote detailed reports of fire inspections, fire code violations observed and corrective recommendations offered.

Fire Safety Inspector/ Investigator

City of Pleasantville
01.2019 - 06.2023
  • Educated the public on fire safety best practices through presentations, workshops, and written materials.
  • Created a safer work environment through the identification of potential hazards and implementation of appropriate countermeasures during inspections.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of fire incidents, determining root causes and providing recommendations for future prevention.
  • Ensured compliance with state and local fire codes by reviewing building plans and inspecting construction sites.
  • Lead efforts to update departmental policies and procedures based on changing regulations, best practices, or new technology adoption.
  • Maintained detailed records of inspection findings, tracking progress towards resolution of identified issues.
  • Facilitated communication between local government agencies, businesses, and residents to address community-wide fire safety concerns.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new Fire Safety Inspectors to ensure consistent standards across the department.
  • Prepared recommendations to eliminate potential fire and safety hazards at establishments.
  • Examined fire sites to gather evidence such as glass, metal fragments, charred wood and accelerant residue.
  • Manufactured preliminary and complete reports on fire origins and causes by observing scene and interviewing witnesses.
  • Conducted 5 per year fire and life safety education programs in Pleasantville Schools.
  • Located fire code violations and recommended actions to bring properties into compliance.
  • Investigated causes of fires by collecting and preparing evidence and presenting evidence in court.
  • Identified safety concerns and documentable fire code violations in new constructions and existing structures.

Firefighter

City of Pleasantville
05.1998 - 06.2023
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.

Education

Fire Offical -

Atlantic County Fire Academy
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
01.2019

Firefighting -

Atlantic County Fire Academy
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
05.1998

High School Diploma - General Studies

Mainland Regional High School
Linwood, NJ
06.1993

Skills

  • Structural firefighting
  • First aid certified
  • Fire safety
  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Firefighting
  • Community relations
  • Radio communication proficiency
  • Fire prevention
  • Public education
  • Fire investigation techniques
  • Community education
  • Report preparation
  • Public education programs
  • Administration
  • Fire code compliance
  • Fire prevention techniques
  • Building inspection
  • Code enforcement
  • Hazardous materials identification
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Relationship building
  • Team coordination
  • Risk assessment
  • Professionalism

Certification

Firefighting Level 1

Firefighting Level 2

HAZMAT:Operation

Fire Officer Level 2

Fire Offical

Fire Investigator

Emergency Medical Technician (Expired)

CPR

Incident Management Level 3

Timeline

Fire Safety Inspector

State of New Jersey
07.2023 - Current

Fire Safety Inspector/ Investigator

City of Pleasantville
01.2019 - 06.2023

Firefighter

City of Pleasantville
05.1998 - 06.2023

Fire Offical -

Atlantic County Fire Academy

Firefighting -

Atlantic County Fire Academy

High School Diploma - General Studies

Mainland Regional High School

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