Robert Christiansen Jr
Mount Airy,MD
Summary
Well-qualified fire safety professional with 27 years in Fire, Rescue, Hazmat, and EMS, both in the field and behind a desk. Seeking to expand my service to our community and youth by ensuring the success of programs and services. With a strong connection to many Carroll County Fire Departments through being a volunteer and work.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Safety Lieutenant
John Hopkins Applied Physics Labatory
08.2000 - Current
- Determined appropriate steps needed to bring buildings into fire code compliance.
- Inspected commercial and industrial buildings to identify hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
- Tested and approved newly installed fire protection systems.
- Located hazardous conditions and fire code violations in new and existing constructions.
- Administered first aid to individuals suffering from smoke inhalation or injuries during incidents.
- Developed, implemented, and enhanced fire prevention and suppression policies.
- Conducted thorough reviews and acceptance tests of available sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, and suppression systems at commercial and industrial building locations.
- Visited sites for follow-up reviews to assess compliance with implemented corrective action plans in case of identified violations.
- Inspected grill hoods, ducts, and exhaust fans to identify and remove hazards.
- Outlined necessary remediation plans to achieve desired compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards.
- Identified potential hazards and enforced safety protocols at scenes to prevent injuries.
- Prepared inspection reports detailing investigative findings and recommendations for corrective action.
- Trained personnel about fire codes and regulations.
- Followed up with previous violators to confirm corrective action was taken.
- Instructed classes for lab employees on fire extinguisher use.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Answered emergencies quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial properties and checked the operating conditions of hydrants.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
- Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
- Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment.
- Promptly responded to incidents and demobilized fire engines.
- Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
Part Time BLS/EVOD
Gamber & Community Fire Company
04.2006 - 07.2024
Part Time EMT/EVOD
Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department
08.2016 - 06.2023
Part Time EMT/EVOD
Winfield & Community Fire Company
04.2019 - 06.2024
Volunteer Firefighter /EMT-Basic
Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Comapny
11.1997 - Current
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Answered emergencies quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked the operating condition of hydrants.
- Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies, and personnel.
- Assessed nature and extent of fire, condition of buildings, danger to adjacent buildings, and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Responded directly to residential and business emergency situations to serve the community.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment, and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Set up and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual, and power tools in emergency situations.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation, and apparatus equipment.
- Used equipment and tools to assist in rescue operations.
- Examined and assessed hoses by laying out and checking connections to fire hydrants for effective fire suppression.
- Attended training to maintain a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision-making during actual emergencies.
- Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated, and rendered first aid.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate the adequacy of the water system and availability of water supply.
- Organized meetings and hands-on training for the Junior Fire Company.
- Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
- Entered inspection, training, fire, and emergency medical service calls into the records management system using Emergency Reporting.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
Education
Maryland Fire And Rescue Institute
College Park, MDSkills
- Documentation skills
- Safety protocols
- First Aid/CPR
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Planning
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listening
- Working collaboratively
- Supervision
Certifications
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
- Firefighter I
- Firefighter II
- Hazardous Materials Technician
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Rescue Technician
- Rescue Specialist I
- Pump Operator
- Truck Company Fire Ground Operations
- Ariel Apparatus Operator
- Fire Officer I
- Fire Officer II
- Instructor I
- Conducting Safe Live Fire Training Evolutions
- Emergency Vehicle Operator
- CPR
- Incident Commander
- CSX Emergency Response Training
- ICS 100
- ICS 200
- ICS 300
- ICS 400
- ICS 700
- ICS 800
Timeline
Part Time EMT/EVOD
Winfield & Community Fire Company
04.2019 - 06.2024
Part Time EMT/EVOD
Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department
08.2016 - 06.2023
Part Time BLS/EVOD
Gamber & Community Fire Company
04.2006 - 07.2024
Fire Safety Lieutenant
John Hopkins Applied Physics Labatory
08.2000 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter /EMT-Basic
Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Comapny
11.1997 - Current
Maryland Fire And Rescue Institute
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