Troy Harrison
Newark,NJ
Summary
Dependable, hardworking and knowledgeable fire professional with a passion for community safety. I have dedicated my life to community service through firefighting and fire prevention.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Inspector
Jersey City Fire Department
Jersey City, NJ
11.2023 - Current
- Prepared inspection reports detailing investigative findings and recommendations for corrective action.
- Inspected commercial and industrial buildings to identify hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
- Responded to emergency calls regarding fires or suspected fires to assess potential risk factors.
- Located hazardous conditions and fire code violations in new and existing constructions.
- Conducted periodic testing of alarm systems and other fire prevention equipment in accordance with established protocols.
- Inspected fire protection systems such as smoke detectors, fire alarms, sprinkler systems and other related equipment for proper operation.
Firefighter
Newark Fire Department
Newark, NJ
10.2014 - Current
- Responded to 1000's of fire and other emergency calls to perform fire suppression, lifesaving procedures and other emergency services.
- Operated in all types of structures and gained first hand knowledge of fire spread and behavior
- Evaluated situations at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Spent one year in the fire prevention/ community relations division helping teach civilians fire prevention tactics.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Prepared incident reports; detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Fire Dispatcher
Newark
Newark, NJ
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Verified caller information, evaluated the situation, and dispatched the appropriate emergency response units to the scene.
- Created detailed logs of all incoming calls and dispatched services in a timely manner.
- I remained in constant contact with fire supervisors on different and evolving emergency scenes, receiving updates and dispatching any additional necessary support.
Education
Fire Inspector Liscnece - Fire Inspection
Middlesex Fire Academy
Sayreville, NJ02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Epidemiology
Franklin And Marshall College
Lancaster, PA05.2014
Skills
- Fire Prevention Education
- Firefighting safety techniques
- Incident command system
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Code Regulations enforcement
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Response Coordination
- Emergency response coordination
- Radio communications
- Critical Decision-making
- Stress tolerance
- CAD System proficient
Accomplishments
Firefighter 1&2 Certification
Fire Inspector Certification
Hazmat Certification
Urban Search and Rescue Certification
9-1-1 Dispatch Officer Certificate
Timeline
Fire Inspector
Jersey City Fire Department
11.2023 - Current
Fire Dispatcher
Newark
07.2023 - 03.2024
Firefighter
Newark Fire Department
10.2014 - Current
Fire Inspector Liscnece - Fire Inspection
Middlesex Fire Academy
Bachelor of Science - Epidemiology
Franklin And Marshall College
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