ROLANDO LARA
Oakland,CA
Summary
Experienced Fire Inspector ensuring compliance with fire codes, regulations, and safety standards. Proficient in identifying building hazards and enforcing corrective actions. Diligent in assessing code compliance and uncovering violations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Inspector
City of Oakland Fire Department
Oakland, CA
11.2017 - Current
- Prepared inspection reports detailing investigative findings and recommendations for corrective action.
- Investigated complaints received from tenants or members of the public related to potential violations of local ordinances or state regulations concerning fire safety.
- Attended meetings with architects, engineers, contractors and other stakeholders involved in new construction projects prior to issuing permits.
- Inspected commercial and industrial buildings to identify hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
- Reviewed blueprints and other documents to determine code compliance for new construction projects.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations regarding hazardous materials handling.
- Taught public education courses and programs on fire safety and prevention strategies.
Helicopter Crew Chief
United States Air Force National Guard
Mountain View, CA
06.2010 - Current
- Performed aerial drops of water and fire retardant chemicals during California State Missions, aiding ground-based firefighting crews.
- Conducted numerous SAR missions in Afghanistan, Africa, and over water to locate and recover missing persons.
- Flew insertion and extraction flights for special operations teams involved in search and rescue missions
- Conducted air installation audits and established inspection points to ensure unit compliance and operational readiness.
- Performed personnel and technical quality verifications to assess maintenance quality compliance.
- Performed daily preflight inspections on aircraft to ensure safe operation.
- Promoted into the corps of Non-Commissioned Officers and recognized as a team leader.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fire Services Administration
California State of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2025
Associate of Science - Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
Chabot College
Hayward, CA06-1998
Skills
- Supervision & Team Leadership
- Building Construction Knowledge
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Code enforcement
- Hazardous Materials Identification
- Fire protection systems Knowledge
- Public Education
Certification
- Oakland Fire Department Fighter 1 Certificate 1997
- California State Fire Marshal Prevention 1A-1B Series -2007
- California State Fire Marshal Training Inspector 1 Series- 2018
- California State Fire Marshal Training Inspector 2 Series- 2018
- California State Fire Marshal Training Proximate Audience Pyrotechnics-2018
- California State Fire Marshal Training Motion Picture Television Safety Officer-2018
- California Specialized Training Institute Hazardous Materials-2018
- Heart Start Fire Investigation 1A, 1B Training Series -2019
- International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector Training - 2019
- Bay Area Training Academy Emergency Medical Training EMT-2019
- National Counter Drug Office Criminal Analyst I -2020
- California State Fire Marshal Training Plans Examiner Series -2022
- New Fire Arson Investigator Academy Base NFPA 927 and 1033-2022
- California State Fire Marshal Fire Investigation Series 1A-1B
- International Association of Arson Investigators (CFI Trainer Certifications)
Accomplishments
Global War of Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM)
Air Force Good Conduct Medal (AFGCM) 3 Devices
National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) 2 Service Stars
Timeline
Fire Inspector
City of Oakland Fire Department
11.2017 - Current
Helicopter Crew Chief
United States Air Force National Guard
06.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Fire Services Administration
California State of Los Angeles
Associate of Science - Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
Chabot College
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