EVAN MCEWEN
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and highly experienced Firefighter with over 25 years of service in both emergency response and medical training 18 years with the Calgary Fire Department, Recently completed Hazmat Technician Certification in 2022. Known for combining technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strong sense of duty to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. Seeking opportunities to leverage extensive firefighting and safety management experience in a challenging new role.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Firefighter / Acting Lieutenant
Calgary Fire Department
08.2006 - Current
- Provide emergency and non-emergency services to the citizens of Calgary and surrounding areas
- Deliver medical care, including advanced first aid and CPR in high-pressure situations
- Manage station responsibilities, including cooking, cleaning, and housekeeping
- Act as Acting Lieutenant in the absence of leadership, assisting with team coordination and ensuring safety protocols are followed
- Lead training sessions and mentorship programs for new recruits and junior firefighters
Firefighter / Blowout Specialist
Key Safety Services
07.2001 - 07.2006
- Delivered comprehensive prevention, detection, and emergency response services across multiple industries, including Oil & Gas, Construction, Forestry, Mining, and Processing
- Specialized in mud injection, N2-based systems, large-diameter casing and pipe operation's.
- Front line operations for Oil/Gas blowouts and pipeline control
- Developed Emergency Response Plans (ERP) and provided loss control and prevention consultation for clients
- Oil/Gas drilling/exploration/completions/workovers and fracturing operations
- Conducted post-emergency investigations to review and improve safety measures
- Managed wildland fire risk assessments and urban interface fire responses
- Provided standby fire protection and coordinated logistics and water supply for major operations
Education
Grade 12 -
Kipling High School
Kipling, Saskatchewan01.1995
Skills
- Emergency response
- Medical care
- Fire prevention
- Risk assessment
Certification
- Hazmat Technician, 2022, Pro Board Certified
- NFPA Firefighter 1001 Level 2
- NFPA Fire Service Instructor
- First Aid/CPR
- H2S Alive
- WHMIS / TDG
- Class 1A License
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Firefighter / Acting Lieutenant
Calgary Fire Department
08.2006 - Current
Firefighter / Blowout Specialist
Key Safety Services
07.2001 - 07.2006
Grade 12 -
Kipling High School
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