Joel Houle
Morinville,Alberta
Summary
Dedicated firefighting professional with great leadership, planning and scene management abilities. Talented in keeping crew members at peak performance with continuous training and expert motivational talents. Ready for any challenge and certified in multiple areas.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Opreations Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator
City Of St. Albert
2023.02 - Current
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
Deputy Chief Of Operations
Morinville Fire Department
2014.02 - 2022.08
- Directed firefighters in station maintenance duties and participated in duties
- Performed maintenance and minor repairs on firefighting equipment, including vehicles and write and submit proposals to modify, replace and repair equipment
- Participated in creating fire safety guidelines and evacuation schemes for nonresidential buildings
- Evaluated performance of assigned firefighting personnel
- Scheduled employee work assignments and set work priorities
- Provided emergency medical services as required and performed light to heavy rescue functions at emergencies
- Supervised and participated in inspection of properties to ensure that were in compliance with applicable fire codes, ordinances, laws, regulations and standards
- Performed administrative duties, such as compiling and maintaining records, completing forms, preparing reports, and composing correspondence
- Evaluated fire station procedures to ensure efficiency and enforcement of departmental regulations
- Recommended equipment modifications and new equipment purchases.
Fire Captain
Morinville Fire Department
2005.03 - 2014.02
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance personal job skills and knowledge
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training.
Firefighter
Morinville Fire Department
1995.01 - 2005.03
- Participated in physical training activities to maintain high level of physical fitness
- Attached hose nozzles, depending on fire type and direct streams of water and chemicals onto fires
- Positioned and climbed ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings, or to rescue individuals from burning structures.
Education
Diploma - Fire Response
Alberta Fire Training School
Vermilion, ABPrimary Care Paramedic in Emergency Medical Services - Emergency Medical Services
NAIT
Edmonton, AB09.2007
Skills
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Fire Protection
- Critical Thinking
- Medical Emergency Response
- Incident Reports
Emergency medical treatment
- Incident Command
- Operational leadership
- Emergency Management
- Rescue Operations
- Firefighting operations
Certification
Alberta College Of Paramedics Primary Care Paramedic
Languages
French
Education
- NFPA 1001 Level 2
- NFPA DG OPS and Awareness
- NFPA 1002 (Old Pump A/B/C )
- NFPA 1041 Level 1
- Registered Primary Care Paramedic (AB)
- Blue Card Incident Commander
- Alberta Emergency Management ICS 100/200/300
- Alberta Emergency Management, Emergency Alert System
- Alberta Emergency Management, Disaster Social Services
- Alberta Emergency Management, Registration, and Inquiry
- Alberta Emergency Management. Basic Emergency Management
- Alberta Emergency Management Public Warning System
- Class 3 Driver’s License with air brakes
- Ice Water Rescuer
Government Awards
- Government Of Canada Fire Service Exemplary Medal Recipient
- Twenty-Five Year Service Award (Morinville Fire Department)
- Alberta Emergency Services Medal Recipient
Timeline
Opreations Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator
City Of St. Albert
2023.02 - Current
Deputy Chief Of Operations
Morinville Fire Department
2014.02 - 2022.08
Fire Captain
Morinville Fire Department
2005.03 - 2014.02
Firefighter
Morinville Fire Department
1995.01 - 2005.03
Diploma - Fire Response
Alberta Fire Training School
Primary Care Paramedic in Emergency Medical Services - Emergency Medical Services
NAIT
Alberta College Of Paramedics Primary Care Paramedic
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