Daniel Dessureault
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Dedicated fire service professional with over 30 years of experience in emergency response and staff training. Skilled in bilingual communication and committed to enhancing community safety through proactive fire prevention efforts and rigorous compliance standards.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain, Station #45
Ottawa Fire Department
Ottawa, ON
07.2024 - Current
Directs day-to-day activities at station #45, focusing on staff training, pre-planning, and effective emergency response strategies.
Fire Lieutenant
City of Ottawa Fire Department
Ottawa, ON
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Oversaw emergency response teams during fire incidents and training exercises under direct supervision of station captain.
- Developed targeted training scenarios focused on enhancing crew performance while adhering to safety compliance standards.
Firefighter
City of Ottawa Fire Department
Ottawa, ON
01.2003 - 05.2021
- Responded to emergency calls, executing firefighting and rescue operations in high-pressure environments.
- Conducted Pre-Plans, Wake-Up Inspections.
- Operated and maintained firefighting equipment, ensuring readiness for immediate deployment during emergencies.
- Collaborated with team members on training exercises, enhancing skills and preparedness for various emergency scenarios.
Firefighter
City of Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls, ON
08.1997 - 01.2003
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire pumpers, ladder, and service vehicles, ensuring effective response during rescue missions.
Firefighter/Fire Prevention Officer
City of Pierrefonds
Pierrefonds, QC
06.1993 - 07.1997
- Worked as a Part-Time/On-call Firefighter responding to emergency calls.
- Performed Fire Prevention Inspections for commercial and residential properties to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
Education
Attestation De Specialisation Professionnelle - Prevention/Intervention En Cas D'Incendie
Institute De Protection Contre Les Incendies Du Quebec
Chomedey Laval07-1992
Bachelor of Arts - Major Geography, Minor Environmental Science
McGill University
Montreal05-1990
CEGEP Degree in Health Science - Health Sciences
John Abbott College
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue05-1987
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas High School
Pointe-Claire, QC06-1984
Skills
I believe my 30 years of firefighting experience, in both official languages, at 3 different Fire Departments gives me the skills and knowledge to be successful as a Fire Prevention Officer for the City of Ottawa
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Captain, Station #45
Ottawa Fire Department
07.2024 - Current
Fire Lieutenant
City of Ottawa Fire Department
05.2021 - 05.2024
Firefighter
City of Ottawa Fire Department
01.2003 - 05.2021
Firefighter
City of Niagara Falls
08.1997 - 01.2003
Firefighter/Fire Prevention Officer
City of Pierrefonds
06.1993 - 07.1997
Attestation De Specialisation Professionnelle - Prevention/Intervention En Cas D'Incendie
Institute De Protection Contre Les Incendies Du Quebec
Bachelor of Arts - Major Geography, Minor Environmental Science
McGill University
CEGEP Degree in Health Science - Health Sciences
John Abbott College
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas High School