Jason Horvath
Calgary,Canada
Summary
I bring a well-organized and detail-oriented approach to everything I do. My motivation stems from a genuine dedication to seeing both the team and organization succeed. I'm not just about firefighting; I'm passionate about instilling a culture of excellence in our emergency response. As a Fire Officer, I've become skilled at steering emergency operations, conducting comprehensive firefighter training, and maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety protocols and incident command. It's not just a job; it's a commitment to ensuring our team is prepared and works seamlessly in the face of any challenge.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Captain
ProTec Fire Services
01.2024 - Current
- Supervise daily maintenance checks of vehicles according to department protocols to ensure operational readiness.
- Manage and coordinate fire station activities, including training, inspections, and daily duties.
- Respond to and oversee medical and ARFF emergencies, coordinating response efforts to ensure effective management.
Acting Fire Captain
Calgary Fire Department
09.2004 - 12.2021
- Depending on the call and alarm type, I led between 4 and 36 fire personnel on over 600 emergency calls within a 12-month period.
- Successfully managed and coordinated the daily activities of the fire station, and conducted regular safety inspections and assessments of both the station and its equipment.
- Supervised daily maintenance checks of vehicles according to department protocols to ensure operational readiness.
Firefighter
Saskatoon Fire Department
09.2001 - 08.2004
- Operated fire engines and aerials during emergency responses, performed daily maintenance checks, and provided emergency medical care.
Education
Public Fire Paramedic Program Diploma -
Manitoba Emergency Services College
06.2000
Recruit Training Certificate - undefined
CFD Training Academy
11.2004
Skills
- Over 20 years of firefighting experience
- 8 plus years of officer experience with the Calgary Fire Department and Protec Fire Services
- 10 Years in the Calgary Fire Department ARFF program
- ARFF field trainer for the Calgary Fire Department
- Calgary Fire Department certified AVOP Instructor
- Calgary Fire Department certified MAFT Instructor including live fire training rotations
Certification
- Fire Fighting Level I (NFPA 1001), MESC
- Fire Fighting Level II (NFPA 1001), MESC
- Driver Operator (NFPA 1002), MESC
- Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (NFPA 1003), MESC
- Emergency Services Instructor Level I (NFPA 1041)
- Hazardous Materials Awareness (NFPA 472), MESC
- Hazardous Material Operations (NFPA 472), MESC
- Hazardous Material Technician (NFPA 472), MESC
- Emergency Medical Technician, MESC
- Vehicle Extrication Course, MESC
- Fire Service Hydraulics Course, MESC
- Pump Operations Course, MESC
- Technical Rope Rescue Awareness, MESC
- Introduction to Fire Inspector, MESC
- Surface Water Rescue Seminar, MESC
- Company Officer Course (NFPA 1021 Level I & II), CFD
- ICS 100, CFD
- ICS 200, CFD
- Crash Rescue Specialist Program (CARS 303 & 323), CFD
- Supervisory Leadership Training, CMC (Canadian Management Centre)
- Fire Ground Survival, CFD
Timeline
Fire Captain
ProTec Fire Services
01.2024 - Current
Acting Fire Captain
Calgary Fire Department
09.2004 - 12.2021
Firefighter
Saskatoon Fire Department
09.2001 - 08.2004
Recruit Training Certificate - undefined
CFD Training Academy
Public Fire Paramedic Program Diploma -
Manitoba Emergency Services College