Gary Lovett

Experience

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  DCFD

  Jan 1978 - Jan 2002

  Fireman

  Provided fire protection in the City of Washington, responding to structure fires Provided emergency medical care and transport of the sick and injured. Performed supervisory functions Unit Officer rank of Sergeant. Assisted at the Training School in a Train the Trainer program. Compiled data for the Safety Office investigating vehicle accidents, preparing program support documents and evaluating them. Compiled data and submitted reports, creating and implementing activities in support of compliance with NFPA recommendations. Performed fire prevention inspections. Show less

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  TRW Vinnell-Vinnell Arabia

  Nov 2001 - Nov 2002

  Firefighter EMT

  Firefighting, Emergency Medical, Fire Safety Inspections, Training of new comers in base fire safety, TCN workers, Crown Princes Fire Brigade, The Vinnell (SANG) Compound.Ran the SCBA and Fir Preplan Programs.

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  WSI Fire Iraq

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

  Assessment Team Ops Capt.
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  Kensington Volunteer Fire Department

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2010

  BFC

  Provide supervision for night shifts. Prepare study materials for members of the shift.Prepare in-station drills (didactic and practical). Oversee the In-service training programs for KVFD SCBA, HAZMAT, CPR, Etc. Recertification programs Probation training Respond to emergency medical and fire calls as Command Support

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  Computer Services Raytheon

  Jan 2007 - Aug 2007

  Assistant Fire Chief-Training

  Training of Operations Section. Oversee the classes given by other officers. Track U.S.A.F. CD (self-study) courses taken by members of Security, Fire, and Alarm Room. Compile training documentation/ update files. Schedule “Off Base” training for IFSAC, DOD, and Pro Board Certification. Compile and update employees’ required Immunizations. Network with U.S.A.F to obtain DOD Certification for employees. Interact with island government mutual aid training. Interact with RAF Fire Brigade on mutual aid training. Develop an Annual Training Plan for all fire and security personnel on station. Respond to incidents to observe and/or to become part of the Incident Command Staff. Show less

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  Computer Mainstream Corp

  Oct 2007 - Sept 2008

  Asst. Fire Marshal

  • Responsibilities included: fire investigation and performing yearly fire safety inspections and re-inspections.• Managed the Joint Committee for Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) nurses training (fire drill / evacuation), creating and implementing activities in support of such programs. • Handled hot work permit inspection; prepared program support documents and evaluated them. • Program Manager for Contract Fire Inspectors and for JCAHO fire safety training.

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  Al-Maha Trading Fire & Rescue Services

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

  DFC

  Maintain command and control over 4 Fire Stations and 140 personnelPerform daily government-mandated paperwork for QA and QC Staff of the Saudi Air ForceRespond to aircraft crash/fire emergencies on flight line and within 15 miles of facility.Commander of the Hazardous Materials Team, Hazmat Program and Technical Rescue Program.Responsible for Overseeing the Training for the Platoon.Conduct regular exercises and drills.Monitor firefighters; maintain apparatus, appliances, and equipment to NFPA Standards.Assume immediate command and control at emergency location. Oversee (redesign) pre-fire planning.Oversee (redesign) inspections program.Oversee (redesign) training program. Show less

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  Arab Fire Safety & Security Academy

  Jan 2009 - Jul 2009

  Manager of Training

  Provided leadership for AFSSAC Instructors and trainers. Oversaw function areas for Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program. Approved changes in educational and training programs, creating and implementing activities in support thereof. Served on the Hiring Committee. Represented AFSSAC both locally and nationally in client meetings. Developed planning processes to expand training programs, determining the content and design of specific programs and project goals. Oversaw personnel to increase quality and productivity of staff. Evaluated existing programs, and related support documents; made recommendations to the dean to increase effectiveness Show less

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  DynCorp International

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

  Fire Inspector

  Managed the Fire Safety Inspection Program in structures and businesses performed other activities designed to prevent fires.Manage Fire warden Program and Fire Extinguisher Training as per USAR-1Investigates fires to determine the cause and origin.Educates the public in the importance and methods of fire prevention presentations and discussing fire prevention to individuals and groups.Investigates complaints and answers questions regarding fire hazards

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  ITT

  Sept 2011 - Oct 2012

  Fire Prevention Specialist

  Plan, organize, and direct all fire protection activities throughout Forward Operational Bases, Sub-Camps, and Facilities. Identify, research program needs, criteria standards, guidelines and requirements for the assigned program area, preparing and evaluating supporting documents. Training of Fire Wardens in fire safety and fire extinguish use.

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  Al Salam Air Craft Co.-ATTI

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2016

  Fire Instructor

  • Manager curriculum development • Review of technical courses• Training of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) Firefighters and Officers• Technical evaluation of RSAF trainees• Evaluation of practical training

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  INGENUITY AND PURPOSE WORLD SERVICES

  Nov 2016 - Jul 2018

  Firefighter EMT-B
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  PAE

  Aug 2018 - Sept 2020

  Fire Prevention Officer
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  TEKsystems/ADT

  Sept 2020 - Mar 2021

  Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Inspector
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  SOS International LLC

  Jan 2022 - Jul 2022

  Technician/Manager, Fire Alarm Lead

  Managed the Fire Detection and Alarm testing program

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  Fluor Corporation

  Oct 2022 - Sept 2023

  ARFF Crew Chief - Lead

  Supports the Aviation Fire Services function within the assigned area of responsibility. Responsible for Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) team that routinely mobilizes to various locations within 24 hours to support services supporting Fire Operations. Responsibilities include providing leadership of Aviation Fire Services through planning, organizing, and directing the operation of a Crash Crew. Assists with Identifying and recommending future Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) planning and execution requirements as directed by supervision. Shall manage and account for all assigned materials and equipment of the crew members. Shall manage inventories throughout operations activities. Must anticipate and plan for shortfalls in materials, equipment, and ARFF capabilities. Shall assist in ensuring all Aviation Fire Services members meet training and certification requirements as outlined in DOD 6055.06-M, NFPA, AR 420-1-Chapter 25, and US Army ARFF regulations. Conduct daily inspections of personal protective gear for serviceability and accountability. Prepare and conduct training for military personnel or subcontractors on ARFF operations and fire protection as needed. Ensure the safety of all firefighters by requiring proper procedures to be followed Show less

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  Bethesda Fire Department, Inc.

  Jun 2023 - May 2024

  Fire Rescue Captain
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  KBR, Inc.

  May 2024 - now

  Assistant Fire Chief - Prevention

  Ensures fire risks are identified, documented, and mitigated promptly.Provides and maintains fire prevention and code enforcement programs that promote and educate the public on fire prevention, life safety, fire code compliance, fire risk reduction, and control of fires and other hazards.Implements and executes existing integrated fire prevention programs.Must attend pre-acceptance and acceptance testing for new construction or alteration of facilities.Must be able to conduct facility plan reviews and provide corrective measures to meet applicable building codes. Show less