Jordan Andrew Delmonico
Maple Ridge,BC
Summary
Dedicated fire service professional with over 16 years of progressive experience in structural firefighting, emergency operations, and instructional leadership. NFPA-certified and provincially accredited instructor with a strong command of fire service training standards, adult education principles, and incident safety practices. Proven track record of managing personnel and leading training initiatives to ensure operational readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements. Experienced Training Officer, with a hands-on approach to performance evaluation and team development. Strong background in project oversight, interagency collaboration, and volunteer leadership, including successful administrative work with the BC Firefighters Burn Fund generating annual revenues exceeding $300,000 during Bright Nights events. Recognized for driving results, maintaining high safety standards, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Officer
City of Maple Ridge
09.2024 - Current
- Designed, implemented, and delivered comprehensive training programs aligned with NFPA standards, departmental protocols, and emerging industry practices.
- Coordinated and facilitated hands-on training scenarios including live fire, technical rescue, hazardous materials, and mass casualty incidents.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality of workmanship or attention to detail.
- Facilitated open communication channels between the trainees and instructors leading to a more cohesive learning experience.
Acting Captain
City of Maple Ridge
01.2021 - Current
- Direct crews on multiple large emergencies.
- Assist in development and training of crews.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Work well in team settings, providing support and guidance.
- Mentor new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental performance expectations.
- Responsible for entering training into FDM.
Firefighter
City of Maple Ridge
01.2009 - Current
- Managing Technical Rescue Team
- Driver/Operator of structural pumpers, tenders, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue and fire operations.
- Provides station tours, pre-incident surveys and installs smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Responds to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- First Responder/Live Fire Instructor for paid on call and career members.
- Paid on Call Firefighter from January 2009 to May 2010.
- Assisted in delivery of Engine Boss program.
Maple Ridge IAFF Union Vice President
International Association of Firefighters
05.2016 - Current
- Elected executive member representing over 70 fire service professionals; provided strategic input on departmental policies, training standards, and operational procedures.
- Participated in collective bargaining, policy development, and grievance resolution, ensuring alignment with provincial regulations and departmental objectives.
- Served as a liaison between membership and Fire Department leadership, facilitating transparent communication and collaborative problem-solving
- Spearheaded the creation of the Maple Ridge Firefighters Charitable Society.
Instructor
Justice Institute of British Columbia
01.2016 - Current
- Recently managed the technical rescue update in collaboration with IFSAC.
- Initiates new learning methods, promoting total student comprehension while curbing learning time.
- Implements and optimizes new curriculum and day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Provides clear, informative lectures on Live Fire to classes of students and department representatives.
- Lead Live Fire Instructor responsible for preparation and implementation of training, and organization of other instructors and technicians to offer the client an incomparable experience.
- Lead Instructor for Technical Rescue programs including Tower Crane and Auto Extrication. Responsible for communication between the client and Justice Institute to deliver the best program.
- Instructor for the Fire Commissioners Playbook, Industrial Firefighter, Auto Extrication, and Technical Rescue including Tower Crane.
- Represented JIBC in vetting latest Jones and Bartlett manual for new North American Standards.
Secretary
Maple Ridge Firefighters Charitable Society
03.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Respond to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and drafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency.
Technical Rescue Standby
Dynamic Rescue Systems
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Provide immediate rescue services to industrial clients including BC Hydro line crews, various heavy industry sites and mills around the lower mainland.
- Lead supervisor duties include organization of crews, safety briefings and implementation of rescue plans.
Bright Nights Committee Member
BC Professional Firefighters Burn Fund
2014 - 2018
- Managed volunteer personnel calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.
- Responsible for communication between Vancouver Parks Board, Parks Board Volunteers, BC Burn Fund, and dozens of Burn Fund reps to ensure smooth delivery of event.
- Worked with Burn Fund assistants to manage annual budgets.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and assessing expenses.
Red Seal Journeyman Sprinklerfitter
Kraico Mechanical
08.2005 - 05.2010
- Extensive knowledge of standpipe and fire pump operations.
- Understanding of building construction in Industrial, Commercial, Hi-Rise and Residential structures.
- Reviewed blueprints and designs for numerous construction projects around the lower mainland.
- Delivered reports to company owner to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Coordinated and managed work of multiple journeymen and their crews.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
- Crafted piping, including measuring, threading and cutting materials to correct angles.
- Supervised numerous apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.
Education
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Maple Ridge, BCRoyal Roads University
Victoria, BCBBA - Fire Executive Management
BCIT
Burnaby, BCTechnical Rescue -
Dynamic Rescue Training
Coquitlam, BCFirefighting Studies -
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Maple Ridge, BCRed Seal - Sprinkler Fitting
Pacific Vocational College
Burnaby, BCSkills
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Continuing Education
- Planning
- Organizing
Volunteer Work
- Maple Ridge IAFF Burn Fund Rep - 2012 - 2020
- Organize the "Firefighters Dinner" auctioned off at Ridge Meadows Hospital Gala - 2010-Current
- Lt. Dennis Te Boekhorst Community Service Award Recipient - 2016
- Secretary for the Maple Ridge Firefighters Charitable Society
- Heavily involved in the project " Nicholas' House"
- Ridge Meadows Burrards Minor Lacrosse Coach - 2009 - 2016
- Involved in numerous charities events through the Maple Ridge Fire Department
Additional Information
- Born and raised in the Greater Vancouver Area
- Married with 4 children
- Residing in Maple Ridge
Professional and Personal References
References available upon request
Timeline
Training Officer
City of Maple Ridge
09.2024 - Current
Acting Captain
City of Maple Ridge
01.2021 - Current
Secretary
Maple Ridge Firefighters Charitable Society
03.2019 - Current
Maple Ridge IAFF Union Vice President
International Association of Firefighters
05.2016 - Current
Instructor
Justice Institute of British Columbia
01.2016 - Current
Technical Rescue Standby
Dynamic Rescue Systems
01.2014 - 01.2017
Firefighter
City of Maple Ridge
01.2009 - Current
Red Seal Journeyman Sprinklerfitter
Kraico Mechanical
08.2005 - 05.2010
Bright Nights Committee Member
BC Professional Firefighters Burn Fund
2014 - 2018
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Royal Roads University
BBA - Fire Executive Management
BCIT
Technical Rescue -
Dynamic Rescue Training
Firefighting Studies -
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Red Seal - Sprinkler Fitting
Pacific Vocational College
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