Aaron Jordan Brooks
Converse
Summary
To secure employment with a dynamic organization, in order to utilize my skills, apply experience, while continuing to grow professionally.
Competent in all areas relating to Firefighter, Crew Chief, and Driver/Operator responsibilities on the fire ground and in departmental operations. Professional and Honorably Discharged-Military Supervisor and Crew Chief Fire Protection/Prevention Specialist with over 11 years of Fire Suppression/Fire Safety Experience. Educated in Technical Rescue, Hazardous Materials, Airport Firefighting Procedures, Operations and Shutdowns. Experienced with supervising and training subordinates within the fire department. Versatile Crew Leader with experience directing others, managing tasks and monitoring work areas. Reputation for staying calm and poised even in stressful circumstances. Offering exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Equipment Technician
Intrepid
Doha, Qatar
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced production efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed service and inspections on Bauer compressors, fire hose and appliances, Level A & B suits, SCBA bottles and air packs.
- Provided pump testing for structural pumpers and ARFF vehicles as well as servicing halon extinguishers.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and performance data for future reference.
ARFF Aviation Fire Crew Lead
Fluor
09.2021 - 09.2024
- Provides assistance and planning on Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) operations and mission planning
- Assists in preparing and conducting training for department personnel on ARFF management operations and equipment to include facility fire extinguishers and fire protection
- Maintains proficiencies, licenses, and certifications in accordance with applicable regulations and Host Nation guidance, NFPA, and ARFF regulation
- Maintains inventories, before, during, and after operations of assigned materials and equipment
- Anticipates and plans for shortfalls in materials, equipment, and ARFF capabilities
- Ensures all fire department members, including communications center personnel, meet training and certification requirements outlined in DOD 6055.06-M
- Ensure the safety of all firefighters by following proper procedures
Fire Services Dispatcher
Vectrus
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Performed Emergency services dispatch as member of Al Asad Fire Department, Duties included monitoring crash phone, dispatching correct units for In-flight emergencies as well as Structural responses
- Also coordinated mutual aid responses with coalition forces and medics
- Maintained logbook as well as uploaded and updated information into NFIRS
- Dispatched units to multiple emergencies to include dump fire, reported smell of smoke and medical emergency of individual with heat exhaustion
Fire Crew Chief / Fire Inspector
KBR
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Performed Fire Inspector and Fire Fighter duties as part of Al Asad and Taji Fire Department
- Performed various inspections of all facilities assigned to Camp Taji and Al Asad as well as identified possible fire hazards to include smoke detectors, faulty wiring and lack of extinguishing agents and units
- As Crew Chief led fire attack crews on successful extinguishment and overhaul of Incinerator fire at base trash yard
- As Crew Chief led fire attack crews on successful extinguishment of up armored British vehicle, quick actions let to minimal damage and vehicle was salvaged to be put back into use
- As Crew Chief, led fire attack on Army Humvee, quick actions led to vehicle having minor damage and put back into service
- As Crew Chief led crew in life saving efforts of patient who was hit by forklift, performed CPR and packaged patient for transport
- Patient was later taken by medical units
Fire Crew Chief / Fire Inspector
DynCorp International
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Performed Fire Inspector and Fire Fighter duties as part of KAB and Shindand Fire Departments
- Performed various inspections of all facilities assigned to KAF as well as identified possible fire hazards to include smoke detectors, faulty wiring and lack of extinguishing agents and units
- As Crew Chief led fire attack crews on successful extinguishment and overhaul of AN12 fire on Shindand AB
Facilities Administrator
ALSTOM Power
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Performed administrative duties for Alstom through the Facilities Department
- Ordered equipment through approved vendors to include furniture installs, datacenter UPS installations and service, initiate service calls for faulty equipment as well as maintaining contracts with associated vendors
- Maintained service records, provide monthly building inspections as well as provide security badges for on-site employees
- Maintained security access records, building modification prints as well as updating all changes on Auto-Cad system
- Monitored switchboard, provide monthly reports of departmental changes and maintain all files for First Responders
- Took the lead on implementation of E911 system installation
- Performed Security duties for ASG while assigned to ALSTOM Power
- Provided on-site security presence as well as monitored closed circuit system
- While on-site ensured 100 percent accountability for all personnel entering the site, maintained inspection records for fuel supply systems
- Provided escorts for vendors, coordinated building deliveries, and operated switchboard
Security Officer
ASG (American Security Group)
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Performed Security duties for ASG while assigned to ALSTOM Power
- Provided on-site security presence as well as monitored closed circuit system
- While on-site ensured 100 percent accountability for all personnel entering the site, maintained inspection records for fuel supply systems
- Provided escorts for vendors, coordinated building deliveries, and operated switchboard
Service Advisor
Pep Boys
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Performed Service Advisor duties to include maintaining customer service records, providing written estimates for repair and providing tickets to appropriate service personnel
- Maintained and tracked shipments, ordered parts and equipment to provide repairs to shop and customer vehicles
- Planned schedules supervised and evaluated installers and mechanics
Fire Protection and Emergency Services
United States Air Force
01.1997 - 01.2006
- Performed Fire Fighter, Driver Operator Duties as a part of Baghdad International Airport (Deployment) & Kadena Japan Air Force Base Fire Department
- Performed Crew Chief duties as a part of Tyndall Air Force Base Fire Department
- Has responded and performed duties to Residential fires, Wild Land fires, Aircraft Crashes and countless aircraft emergencies
- Completed certifications and upgrade to fire protection journeyman
- As Crew Chief and Firefighter, I have performed and supervised firefighting, search and rescue operations, barrier engagements, rewind operations, hazardous material incidents, and other emergencies
- Ensured assigned vehicles, equipment, and personnel arrive safely and, when first to arrive, took command of fire suppression and rescue efforts until relieved by the senior firefighter on duty
- Supervised and took part in inspection and maintenance of fire fighting vehicles, equipment, and daily activities of assigned personnel
- Conducted enlisted specialty training and maintained records
- Conducted classroom and practical training classes, to include Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force contingency training
- Administered first aid and assumes the duties of Station Chief as needed
- Planned schedules, supervised, and evaluated fire protection activities
- Attained certification levels in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) Firefighter Certification Program
- Deployed in support of AEF commitments
- Worked as 911 Dispatcher at Kadena and Luke AFB during In-flight, Crash/Rescue and structural emergencies
- Monitored GPS systems and updated building Pre-Fire plans as well as coordinated with responding agencies
- Was awarded the following awards and decorations while serving in the Air Force: AF Outstanding Unit Award, National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, AF Achievement Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Air Force Overseas Ribbon Short, Air Force Overseas Ribbon Long, NCO PME Graduate Ribbon
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Community College of the Air Force
01.2002
Skills
- Vehicle operations
- OSHA
- Equipment Maintenance
- Power Tools Operation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- First Aid/CPR
Trainingwithcertifications
- 01/01/97, Louis F. Garland Fire Academy, San Angelo, TX
- 01/01/97, Fire Fighter I & II, San Angelo, TX
- 01/01/97, Airport Fire Fighter, San Angelo, TX
- 01/01/97, Hazmat Ops & Awareness, San Angelo, TX
- 01/01/97, Driver/Operator Pumper, Luke AFB, AZ
- 01/01/01, Rescue Technician, Kadena AFB, JP
- 01/01/03, Driver/Operator ARFF, Luke AFB, AZ
- 01/01/03, Tele communicator I & II, Kadena AFB, JP
- 01/01/04, Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply, Luke AFB, AZ
- 01/01/04, Fire Instructor I, Kadena AFB, JP
- 01/01/02, Fire Officer I, Kadena AFB, JP
- 01/01/02, Fire Inspector, Kadena AFB, JP
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- State Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Bauer Technician I/II
Timeline
Fire Equipment Technician
Intrepid
01.2025 - Current
ARFF Aviation Fire Crew Lead
Fluor
09.2021 - 09.2024
Fire Services Dispatcher
Vectrus
06.2021 - 09.2021
Fire Crew Chief / Fire Inspector
KBR
01.2015 - 01.2019
Fire Crew Chief / Fire Inspector
DynCorp International
01.2012 - 01.2014
Facilities Administrator
ALSTOM Power
01.2008 - 01.2012
Security Officer
ASG (American Security Group)
01.2007 - 01.2008
Service Advisor
Pep Boys
01.2005 - 01.2007
Fire Protection and Emergency Services
United States Air Force
01.1997 - 01.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Community College of the Air Force