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Ronald Cielek

Antioch,IL

Summary

Dynamic fire safety professional with 32 years of experience at Countryside Fire Protection District. Expert in conducting fire safety inspections and plan reviews, enhancing community safety through effective collaboration and training. Proven ability to implement innovative record-keeping systems, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while fostering strong interdepartmental communication.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Marshal

Countryside Fire Protection District
09.2015 - 06.2025
  • Managed and performed Inspections of new and existing occupancies for code compliance with fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, building life safety and other special fire protection systems
  • Conducted thorough plan reviews of commercial and residential properties for fire code compliance.
  • Collaborated with local village officials on code enforcement and compliance.
  • Managed a team of full-time and part-time inspectors and a public educator in all aspects of the fire prevention bureau.
  • Implemented new record management system for improved tracking of inspections, permits, and violations.


Fire Inspector

Countryside Fire Protection District
07.1999 - 09.2015
  • Conducted thorough inspections of commercial and residential properties for fire safety compliance.
  • Conducted thorough plan reviews of commercial and residential properties for fire code compliance.
  • Evaluated fire safety plans and implemented corrective actions to mitigate risks.


Firefighter/Paramedic

Countryside Fire Protection District
07.1993 - 07.1999
  • Responded to emergency calls, ensuring rapid and effective firefighting response.
  • Conducted fire suppression operations, utilizing advanced techniques to ensure safety of personnel and property.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL
08-2008

Skills

  • 26 years experience conducting fire safety inspections
  • 15 years experience in plan reviews for sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, life safety, kitchen suppression and kitchen hood mechanical
  • NFPA Plan Review certified in 2014

Affiliations

  • Northern Illinois Fire Inspectors Association

Certification

OSFM Fire Prevention Officer - 2000

OSFM Fire Inspector 2 and Plan Examiner 1 - 2006

IFIA 80 hour Plan Review Class - 2002

IFIA NFPA Plan Examiner Class - 2013


Timeline

Fire Marshal

Countryside Fire Protection District
09.2015 - 06.2025

Fire Inspector

Countryside Fire Protection District
07.1999 - 09.2015

Firefighter/Paramedic

Countryside Fire Protection District
07.1993 - 07.1999

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technology

College of Lake County