TAYLOR CARLYLE
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Seeking a full-time position offering professional challenges where I can utilize interpersonal skills, excellent time-management, and problem-solving skills. Experienced with fire scene analysis, evidence collection, and cause determination. Utilizes investigative techniques to identify fire origins and contribute to safety improvements. Strong understanding of fire dynamics and legal procedures in fire investigations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Fire Marshal
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted fire inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and university policies.
- Developed and implemented fire prevention training programs for staff and students.
- Coordinated emergency response drills to enhance campus preparedness and safety awareness.
- Reviewed building plans for fire safety standards, providing recommendations for improvements.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend strategies for risk reduction.
- Led interdepartmental meetings to promote fire safety initiatives across campus facilities.
- Improved documentation processes for inspections, increasing accuracy and efficiency in reporting.
- Served as liaison between the Fire Marshal''s office and various stakeholders, facilitating clear communication on policies, regulations, and expectations.
- Attended training and refresher programs to update and maintain knowledge and skills.
- Responded to fire, rescue and medical emergencies.
- Taught structured fire prevention educational programs to promote public awareness of fire safety.
- Established strong working relationships with other first responders such as police officers or paramedics involved in emergency response activities.
- Conducted thorough investigations of fire incidents, identifying causes and recommending preventive measures to avoid future occurrences.
- Received and reviewed official reports and documents for completeness, accuracy and content.
- Conducted building inspections for compliance with fire codes and regulations and performed follow-up inspections when needed.
- Collaborated with local fire departments to conduct regular drills, ensuring efficient coordination during emergency situations.
- Operated personal computer, software and systems to develop and maintain records and reports of fire inspections.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections conducted along with details of findings during each visit.
- Conducted fire investigations to determine origin and cause.
- Managed Fire Alarm Testing Program in 250 + Buildings
Life Safety Technician
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Maintain, repair, and upgrade campus fire alarm and sprinkler systems, radio, and miscellaneous electronic systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications and International Fire Code
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and repair problems in any of the 250 + Buildings.
- Create and maintain commissioning reports and prepare timely inspection reports on fire alarm and sprinkler systems
- Install all types of fire-protecting systems, assuring all systems are working and integrated with building automation systems, passing every inspection.
Lead Suppression Technician
FESS
Morrisville, NC
11.2017 - 07.2022
- Inspect, maintain, and install fire systems in accordance with NFPA, manufacturer guidelines, and required drawings in residential and commercial settings
- Inspect hood suppression systems, fire extinguishers and emergency lighting
- Read and understand product manuals and blueprints
- Perform duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Communicate effectively with customers, answering questions and concerns regarding systems
- Attend training and refresher programs to update and maintain knowledge and skills
- Operate personal computer, software, and systems to develop and maintain records and reports of fire inspections
- Conducted a total of 4,100 building inspections for compliance with fire codes and regulations and performed follow-up inspections when needed.
Hazmat Technician/Laborer
Environmental Restoration, LLC
Garner, NC
01.2016 - 11.2017
- US EPA Hazmat Team contractor, Commercial Hazmat Response
- Remediation of 7 EPA Sites
- Remediation of two-million-gallon fuel oil tank Norfolk, Virginia, Remediation US EPA site Statesville NC, Remediation US EPA site Chicago Illinois, US EPA Biological Warfare Training Virginia, US EPA Emergency Hazmat Response Hurricane Matthews, Halifax NC, Lumberton NC, Wake NC, Wayne NC
- Clean biohazards and industrial waste by carefully following optimal safety protocols
- Handle emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach
- Audit hazardous waste weekly to assist with pick-up scheduling and maintain necessary safety controls.
Education
Fire Arson And Explosion Investigation
Eastern Kentucky University
Kentucky 01.2029
Certification Fire Fighter 1&2 - undefined
Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NC08.2014
Certification - EMT
Wake Tech Community College Emergency Services
Raleigh, NC01.2010
New Fire and Arson Investigator Academy -
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Academy
05.2004
Continuing education in Fire Services Diploma -
National Fire Academy
Online 01.2006
Skills
- NC FIT
- Fire Fighter 1 & 2
- NIMS 100,200,300,400,700,800
- NFA Q0133 Firefighter Safety
- NFA U0382 Hazardous Materials for Inspectors
- Hazardous Materials Level 1
- Hazardous Materials Responder Level 1 mission specific PPE
- Hazwoper
- Emergency vehicle driver
- NC Class B 24264885
- NC EMT P043401 Currently Recerting
- NC Fire Inspector Level 1
- NFA Incident Safety Officer
- National Criminal Justice New Fire Arson Investigator Academy
- Chief 101
- NC TR AG
- Pyrochem certified
- Ansul Certified
- Monarch Certified
- Fire Trace Certified
- Range Guard Certified
Affiliations
IAAI
NC IAAI
NAFI
Princeton Volunteer Fire Department
Chapel Hill Fire Department
Timeline
Assistant Fire Marshal
UNC Chapel Hill
05.2024 - Current
Life Safety Technician
UNC Chapel Hill
07.2022 - 05.2024
Lead Suppression Technician
FESS
11.2017 - 07.2022
Hazmat Technician/Laborer
Environmental Restoration, LLC
01.2016 - 11.2017
Certification Fire Fighter 1&2 - undefined
Johnston Community College
Certification - EMT
Wake Tech Community College Emergency Services
Fire Arson And Explosion Investigation
Eastern Kentucky University
New Fire and Arson Investigator Academy -
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Continuing education in Fire Services Diploma -
National Fire Academy