Ryan Charles Setaro
Bayville,NJ
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD FIREFIGHTER
Department of Defense
07.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: This is a federal job
- Organize, coordinate, and direct fire fighting personnel in normal day-to-day functions within the fire station. Oversee inspection and first-echelon operator maintenance of crash/fire/rescue apparatus and specialized powered equipment. Prepares duty rosters, work assignments, daily appointments and annual leave forecasts for approval by on-duty district chief of operations. Ensures the safe arrival/response of assigned vehicle, equipment and personnel to the scene of an incident. Establishes on-scene command (OSC) when first to arrive at an incident; maintains position until relieved by a more senior fire officer. Makes vital decisions for tactical deployment and directs crews in rescue and fire fighting operations. Performs various company grade inspections and prepares fire prevention visit reports. Protects and preserves all evidence indicating suspected origin or cause of fire.
- Supervisor: Brad Ponto (732) 323-7816
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Firefighter/ Driver Operator
Department of Defense
12.2008 - 07.2019
- Company Overview: This is a federal job
- Drive and operate firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, rescue vehicles, aerial apparatus and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles. Perform Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) duties engaged in crash-rescue operations as well as perform standby operations. Licensed on the following apparatus: P4/P-19B; P-2/P-23; P-12/P-22; P-15; P-18; P-19; P-26; P-24; P-28, P-30; and P-31. Responsible for safe operations of apparatus and transportation of crew to and from the emergency scene safely. Responded to emergencies, determining approaches and positions vehicle to provide optimum use of apparatus and equipment. Performed functional vehicle tests and operator maintenance as required.
- Supervisor: Dale Coder (609-754-2451)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Chief of Health and Safety
United States Air Force Reserve
12.2008 - 11.2011
- My duties included preparing the department for safety by establishing protocols, conducting training, and performing inspections. Developing and maintaining the department's health and safety programs, which address infectious disease control, physical fitness, stress, and risk assessments. Conduct research and ensure the department is in compliance with all relevant safety regulations from agencies such as the AFI 32-2001, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and NFPA. Brief commanders and supervisors on safety issues, trends, and risk management strategies based on lessons from emergency events. Assist in investigating any mishaps, injuries, or close calls to determine the cause and recommend corrective actions. Maintain detailed records of all incidents, inspections, and training. Provide reports to department leadership and relevant Air Force entities. Track Departments AF Form 55s
- Supervisor: Jack Dunne (609) 754-2451
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Station Captain/Assistant Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2007 - 12.2008
- Organize, coordinate, direct and supervise 41 fire fighting personnel in normal day-to-day functions within the fire station. Oversee inspection and first-echelon operator maintenance of crash/fire/rescue apparatus and specialized powered equipment. Prepares duty rosters, work assignments, daily appointments and annual leave forecasts for approval by on-duty assistant chief for operations. Ensures the safe arrival/response of assigned vehicle, equipment and personnel to the scene of an incident. Establishes on-scene command (OSC) when first to arrive at an incident; maintains position until relieved by a more senior fire officer. Makes vital decisions for tactical deployment and directs crews in rescue and fire fighting operations. Performs various company grade inspections and prepares fire prevention visit reports. Protects and preserves all evidence indicating suspected origin or cause of fire. Performs as assistant chief for operations in the absence of the person normally assigned. Deploys worldwide in support of Aerospace Expeditionary Force (AEF) team.
- Supervisor: Thomas Nicometi (609)-754-2451
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Chief Fire Inspector
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2006 - 02.2007
- Responsible for enforcing fire prevention policies for 2,054 Air Force owned or operated facilities/military family housing units comprising over 4.7M square feet of floor space. Evaluates the completion and correctness of inspection reports, completed forms, checklists, fire protection plans/practices. Evaluates compliance measures within the intent of applicable codes/standards. Prepares correspondence and plan review reports for construction and/or renovation of new and existing facilities so that deficiencies are identified, documented, and reported in accordance with local procedures. Conducts fire evacuation drills, tours, briefings, classes, and lectures to special interest groups. Supervises fire personnel. Deploys worldwide in support of Aerospace Expeditionary Force (AEF) team.
- Supervisor: MSgt David Andrews (609-754-2451)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Crew Chief Fire and Emergency Services
USAF Enrique Soto Cano
10.2005 - 11.2006
- Provides fire protection, rescue, and emergency services to Joint Task Force-Bravo (JTF-B) that encompasses 18.6 square miles with over 729 facilities. Supports fixed-/rotary-wing aircraft operations, to include C-5s, C-17, C130, KC-135, flying over 2,000 sorties annually, by providing standbys for abnormal/high-hazard operations and emergency response. First level supervisor of firefighters. Responds with assigned vehicle and equipment to emergencies and ensures safe arrival at the scene. Directs crew in fire fighting and rescue operations, isolates fire scenes to prevent spreading, takes necessary precautions to prevent rekindling, and protects all evidence indicating the cause. Assumes command until relieved by a senior fire officer. Supervises first echelon inspection and maintenance of assigned fire fighting vehicles, equipment, and personal protective gear to ensure ready status. ADDITIONAL DUTY: Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Monitor
- Supervisor: MSgt Doug Hoffmaster
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Crew Chief
USAF McGuire AFB
05.1999 - 09.2005
- Supports fixed-/rotary-wing aircraft operations, to include KC-10s, C-17, KC-135, by providing standbys for abnormal/high-hazard operations and emergency response. First level supervisor of firefighters. Responds with assigned vehicle and equipment to emergencies and ensures safe arrival at the scene. Directs crew in fire fighting and rescue operations, isolates fire scenes to prevent spreading, takes necessary precautions to prevent rekindling, and protects all evidence indicating the cause. Assumes command until relieved by a senior fire officer. Supervises first echelon inspection and maintenance of assigned fire fighting vehicles, equipment, and personal protective gear to ensure ready status. ADDITIONAL DUTY: Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Monitor
- Supervisor: SSgt Charles Morris (609) 754-2451
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Firefighter Trainee
USAF
02.1999 - 05.1999
- Louis F. Garland Department of Defense Fire Academy is a rigorous training course which is divided into six different blocks, testing the students both mentally and physically. Block one, first responder training, covers topics from childbirth to CPR. Block two, fire protection fundamentals, teaches students about fire behavior, prevention and protection. Block three, structural firefighting principles, and block four, structural fire ground operations, teach students how to understand and fight fires in a building or other structures. Block five, hazardous materials training, covers environmental awareness and regulations. The final block, airport firefighting, focuses on specialized training for flight line operations.
Firefighter
Massachusetts Bureau of Fire Control
05.1995 - 11.1998
- Forest Fire Control personnel are prepared to respond. Bureau units are used at all fires that occur on state owned forest land and are available to municipal fire departments for mutual assistance purposes. Bureau fire-fighters are trained in the use of forestry tools, water pumps, brush breakers, and other motorized equipment; as well as fire behavior and fire safety. Water tankers, portable pumps, chain saws and other necessary equipment are maintained and ready for deployment. Individual members are prepared to lend advice and expertise in, creating fire breaks, water handling, fire behavior, Incident Command and other specialties. Certified S-130 S-190
- Also was a trained Bureau observer who staffed one of the statewide network of 42 operating fire towers. From his high vantage point, I utilized alidade tables, binoculars, and topographic maps to triangulate the precise location of any fire. This information is then given to local community fire departments or Bureau district personnel for prompt response.
- Supervisor: Scott Bassett (508-543-5850)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Education
Bachelor's degree - BAS Psychology Minor: Occupational Safety and Health
Waldorf University
Forest City, IA01.2019
Bachelor's degree - BA Emergency Management Minor: Fire Science
Waldorf University
Forest City, IA01.2017
Associate's degree - Fire Science
Waldorf University
Forest City, IA01.2016
High school diploma or equivalent - undefined
North High School
Worcester, MA06.1995
Training
Fire Fighter I, Fire Fighter II, Airport Fire Fighter, Hazardous Materials Awarness, Hazardous Materials Operations June 1999; Driver/Operator ARFF October 2000; Driver/Operator Pumper May 2002; Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply September 2002; Fire Instructor I June 2003; Public Telecommunicator I November 2003; Public Telecommunicator II March 2004; Fire Officer I March 2004; Hazardous Materials Technician Train the Trainer August 2004; Hazardous Materials Incident Commander Train the Trainer August 2004; Fire Inspector I November 2004; Fire Officer II February 2007; Fire Instructor II February 2008; Fire Officer III March 2008; Fire Inspector II May 2024; Emergency Response to Terrorism February 2006; Driver/Operator Aerial August 2014
Timeline
LEAD FIREFIGHTER
Department of Defense
07.2019 - Current
Firefighter/ Driver Operator
Department of Defense
12.2008 - 07.2019
Chief of Health and Safety
United States Air Force Reserve
12.2008 - 11.2011
Station Captain/Assistant Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2007 - 12.2008
Chief Fire Inspector
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2006 - 02.2007
Crew Chief Fire and Emergency Services
USAF Enrique Soto Cano
10.2005 - 11.2006
Crew Chief
USAF McGuire AFB
05.1999 - 09.2005
Firefighter Trainee
USAF
02.1999 - 05.1999
Firefighter
Massachusetts Bureau of Fire Control
05.1995 - 11.1998
Bachelor's degree - BA Emergency Management Minor: Fire Science
Waldorf University
Associate's degree - Fire Science
Waldorf University
High school diploma or equivalent - undefined
North High School
Bachelor's degree - BAS Psychology Minor: Occupational Safety and Health
Waldorf University
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