Justin knapik
Edmonton,Alberta
Summary
Accomplished Station Captain at City of Edmonton Fire Department, adept in emergency management and team leadership. Spearheaded operational improvements, enhancing team moral. Excelled in crisis intervention, strategic planning, and inter-agency coordination, significantly boosting operational readiness and public safety. Demonstrated exceptional adaptability and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Station Captain Qualified
City Of Edmonton Fire Department
02.2001 - Current
- Led station operations, ensuring seamless coordination among team members.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Improved operational readiness by overseeing equipment maintenance and inspections.
- Managed daily activities at station, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
- Enhanced team performance by conducting regular training and drills.
- Oversaw personnel scheduling to maintain optimal staffing levels.
- Improved station efficiency with effective resource management and planning.
- Coordinated with external agencies for joint Communications projects
- Translated leadership team's ideas into functional plans.
- Managed incident command during complex emergencies requiring quick decision-making under pressure.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, providing constructive feedback to support professional growth.
- Contributed to the development of department-wide policies and procedures as part of the Radio Task force
- Assisted in coordinating large-scale emergency responses involving multiple Agencies
Training Adjunt :FFQ Mentor
City of Edmonton Fire Dept
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
- Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Spearheaded mentorship program evaluation initiative, gathering insights to enhance future program iterations.
EFRS Radio Task Force
City of Edmonton Fire Department
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Attained knowledge of inner communications protocols for both the COE as well as surrounding stakeholders
- Learned to work as a part of a larger corporate group to attain a goal
- Worked with multiple levels of EFRS staff in multiple different departments
- Liaised with other fire services within the greater Edmonton area
MPS Task Force
Edmonton Fire Department
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Learned the details of working with multiple agencies and vendors on this project
- Hond teamwork skills outside of EFRS operations staffing
- Assisting and learning a new fire fighting technology
- Created with my team the current look of the MPS system that is in place today
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing MPS design assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Fire Dept. Driver Instructor Trainer
City of Edmonton Fire Dept
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Instructed new drivers on safe driving practices and vehicle operation.
- Enhanced driving skills of students by providing personalized feedback and guidance.
- Conducted driving lessons to prepare students for licensing exams.
- Improved student confidence by teaching defensive driving techniques.
- Actively worked with scheduling Fire fighters for training
- Worked closely with Duty office on attaining training goals
Technical Rescue Technician
City Of Edmonton Fire Department
02.2001 - 04.2014
- Enhanced safety by performing thorough equipment checks and maintenance.
- Responded to emergency situations swiftly to ensure safety and provide effective assistance.
- Conducted training sessions to improve team readiness and response efficiency.
- Assisted in rescue operations, contributing to successful outcomes.
- Coordinated with team members during rescue missions to ensure effective communication.
- Maintained equipment inventory and readiness, ensuring operational effectiveness.
- Executed safety drills to enhance team's preparedness for emergency scenarios.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, minimizing risks during operations.
- Provided technical support for rescue operations, enhancing success rates.
- Inspected safety gear regularly to maintain compliance with standards.
- Led drills and exercises to prepare team for diverse rescue situations.
- Leveraged specialized tools such as hydraulic cutters, spreaders, airbags, tripods, winches, and rigging systems for optimal results in challenging rescue scenarios.
Education
1001 And 1002 Fire Fighting Accreditation
Alberta Fire Training School
Vermilion, AB01-2001
High School Diploma -
Memorial Composite Highschool
Stony Plain, AB06-1997
Skills
- Team leadership
- Emergency management
- Crisis intervention
- Fire safety
- Incident command
- Resource allocation
- Risk assessment
- Operational oversight
- Communication skills
- Decision making
- Policy enforcement
- Crew supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluation
- Crisis communication
- Public relations
- Crisis management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Training Adjunt :FFQ Mentor
City of Edmonton Fire Dept
05.2023 - 07.2023
EFRS Radio Task Force
City of Edmonton Fire Department
01.2018 - 01.2020
MPS Task Force
Edmonton Fire Department
01.2015 - 01.2017
Fire Dept. Driver Instructor Trainer
City of Edmonton Fire Dept
01.2009 - 01.2013
Station Captain Qualified
City Of Edmonton Fire Department
02.2001 - Current
Technical Rescue Technician
City Of Edmonton Fire Department
02.2001 - 04.2014
1001 And 1002 Fire Fighting Accreditation
Alberta Fire Training School
High School Diploma -
Memorial Composite Highschool
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