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Xavier Alvarado

Bridgewater,NJ

Summary

Vigilant Fire Inspector possessing in-depth knowledge of fire codes and safety principles. Detailed professional with 5 years of experience inspecting structures for fire code violations and investigating fires. Certified in fire prevention and fire investigation. Excellent problem-solver with first-rate decision-making and interpersonal skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Inspector

Bridgewater Township
Bridgewater, NJ
03.2018 - Current
  • Inspect various occupancies to ensure compliance with the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code
  • Conduct fire investigations in accordance with the NJ UFC and NFPA 921
  • Deliver fire safety presentations to various civic and educational groups
  • Assist with phone and walk-in requests for fire prevention inspections or questions related to fire prevention
  • Respond to emergency calls as directed by Departmental SOP
  • Respond to complaints from the public
  • Operate a township issued vehicle and township issued equipment

Line Operator

Viscofan Collagen USA
Bridgewater , New Jersey
09.2017 - 03.2018
  • Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
  • Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.
  • Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.

Education

High School Diploma -

Somerville High School
Somerville, NJ
06.2016

Skills

  • Hazard Identification
  • Fire Investigation
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Fire Prevention Education
  • Public Assistance and Support
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure

Affiliations

  • Acting President of the Green Knoll Volunteer Fire Company
  • Active fireman with Green Knoll Volunteer Fire company
  • Active member of the Somerville Technical Rescue Team

Certification

  • Certified Firefighter 1, New Jersey Division Of Fire Safety - June 2016
  • Certified Fire Official - New Jersey Division Of Fire Safety - July 2017
  • Certified Fire Investigator, New Jersey Division Of Fire Safety - June 2020
  • Hazardous Materials Operations- New Jersey Division Of Fire Safety - 2016
  • Mental Health First Aid Training- Mental Health First Aid USA - 2018
  • Arc Mapping Basics Training- CFI Trainer - 2018
  • Documenting the event Training - CFI Trainer- 2018
  • Basic Electricity Training- CFI Trainer - 2018
  • Ethics and the Fire Investigator Training - CFI Trainer 2018
  • Introduction to Evidence Training - CFI Trainer -2018
  • Basic Fire/Arson Investigation Training - New Jersey International Association Of Arson Investigation - 2018
  • Meeting the Requirements of NFPA 1033 Training - Public Agency Training Council - 2019
  • Forensic Fire Explosion Death Investigation Training - Public Agency Training Council - 2019
  • Mobile Food Vender Inspection Course - Fire Inspector Services - 2019
  • Appliance Fire Investigations Training- New Jersey International Association Of Arson Investigation - 2019
  • CEVO 3 Training - Coaching Systems LLC - 2019
  • Pump Operations Training - Somerset Country Emergency Service Training Academy - 2019
  • Applying The Scientific Method to Fire Investigations Training - New JErsey International Association OF Arson Investigators - 2019
  • Automatic Fire Pump Training - New Jersey Division Of Fire Safety - 2019
  • Rapid Intervention Operations Training - New Jersey Division Of Fire Safety - 2020
  • Phase II Fire INvestigation Based on NFPA 921 & NFPA 1033 - National Fire Arson INvestigation Training Institute - 2021
  • NFPA 72 Fire Alarm Systems: Inspection, Testing & Maintenance - City Fire Equipment - 2022
  • Principles Of Dynamic Leadership - New JErsey Division Of Fire Safety - 2022
  • High Angel Rope Rescue - Safety & Survival Training -2020
  • Confined Space Operations - Start Rescue Training - 2021
  • Low Angel Rope Rescue - Start Rescue Training - 2022
  • Boating Safety Training - New Jersey Marine Services Bureau- 2022
  • Water Rescue Awareness- 2022

Timeline

Fire Inspector

Bridgewater Township
03.2018 - Current

Line Operator

Viscofan Collagen USA
09.2017 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Somerville High School