Curriculum Vitae
Work Experience
E&E Chimney Sweeps
Chimney Technician / Inspector (2016-2017)
96 Trenton Rd. Fairless Hills, PA 19030
DJ Cross Inc. Chim Chimney
Chimney Technician / Inspector (2018)
2 Old Pennell Rd. Media, PA 19063
Antrim’s A Good Sweep Chimney & Masonry Service
Chimney Technician / Masonry Assistance (Part-time Summer 2021)
2045 Orlando Rd. Unit C, Pottstown, PA 19464
Leo Herrmann Fireplace and Chimney Service Inc.
Apprentice in Failure Analysis and Fire Investigation / Damage Consulting (Insurance industry) / Driver (minimum 30,000 miles annually) / Scientific Testing and Failure Analysis / Litigation and Subrogation support (2016-Present)
Lehighton, PA
Certifications
Certified Chimney Sweep
Chimney Safety Institute of America
2155 Commercial Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46168
(317) 837-5362
Certified Chimney Sweep #9887
F.I.R.E. Certified Inspector
Fireplace Investigation, Research, and Education
5325 Commerce Ave. #5
Moorpark, CA 93021
(805) 552-9954
Certified Fireplace Inspector #FP- 323
NFI Certified Gas and Pellet Specialist
National Fireplace Institute
2000 14th Street N Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 524-8030
ID # 179423
Industry Related Training
Fireplace Investigation, Research and Education (F.I.R.E.)
New England Chimney Supply, Inc.
34 Commerce St. Williston, VT 05495
Attended: February 2019
Instructor: Dale Feb
Training Included:
▪ Inspection of prefabricated and masonry chimneys and fireplaces utilizing:
- The National Fire Prevention Association’s (NFPA) 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances
- Chapter 14 Inspections Levels of Inspection detailing Scope, Access and Circumstances for Chimney Inspection
▪ Utilizing Codes and Standards regarding:
- Sizing and design of fireplaces
- clearances of solid fuel appliances and chimneys
- Fire stopping and shaft enclosure construction
▪ Applying knowledge and systematic methodology for diagnostics of:
- Performance related issues
- Failures of Prefabricated, pre-cast concrete and cast-in-place fireplaces
- Evaluating area of origin, fire investigation
- Inspection and troubleshooting flue lining
▪ Utilizing basic fire science
Certifications received: Levels I, II, and II
National Chimney Sweep Training School (NCSTS)
Chimney Safety Institute of America
2155 Commercial Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46168
Attended: August 2018
Instructors: Joe Sauter and Russ Dimmitt
Training Included:
sweeping and inspection of different chimney systems
operation of the necessary equipment
health and safety considerations
codes, clearances, standards and practices of the chimney service trade
Preparation for the CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep® exam
CSIA Gas Class - Installing and Troubleshooting Gas Hearth Appliances
Chimney Safety Institute of America & National Fireplace Institute
2155 Commercial Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46168
Attended: August 2021
Instructors: Rich Vlahos and Jim Brewer
Training included:
installing gas fireplaces
troubleshooting gas fireplaces
servicing gas fireplaces
gas fireplace safety
CSIA Chimney Science Class
Chimney Safety Institute of America
Hilton Scranton Conference Center
100 Adams Ave
Scranton, PA, 18503Attended: May 2022
Instructor: Jim Brewer
Training Included:
Troubleshooting different fireplace systems
In-depth information on draft and understanding unique circumstances
Ways to correct draft related issues
Sizing Chimney Liners
Other general chimney related science topics
Other Valuable Training
Dart Drones - Basic Drone Training and Part 107 Test Prep
Dart Drones - Two Day Training Class
Home2 Suites in Scranton, PA
Attended: June 2021
Instructor: Michael Martin
Training Included:
Basic types of drones
FAA UA Aeronautical Knowledge test preparation
How to operate drones
Drone safety and responsibility
How to create preflight checklists in order to mitigate risk
FAA Requirements and laws
How to apply for airspace waivers in areas near airports
How to control drones in unpredictable emergencies
How to calculate risk in each situation