Jason Ott

Foreman at Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad
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Credentials

  • DOT Awareness, Familiarization, and Safety Training 49CFR 172.704(a)(1) and (3)
    Rail Workers Hazardous Materials Training Program
    Nov, 2016
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hazmat Transportation / Chemical Emergency Response Training 1910.120(q)(6)(i)(II)
    Rail Workers Hazardous Materials Training Program
    Nov, 2016
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hazardous Material Technician
    Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    Dec, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hand Portable & Wheeled Fire Extinguisher / Service & Maintenance Training
    ANSUL Fire School
    Sep, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hazmat 1st Responder Operation - IFSAC
    International Fire Service Accreditation Congress
    May, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00340 Hazardous Materials Prevention
    FEMA
    Apr, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00230.b Fundamentals of Emergency Management
    FEMA
    Mar, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00240.a Leadership and Influance
    FEMA
    Mar, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00242.a Effective Communication
    FEMA
    Mar, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    Oct, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00704 NIMS Communications and Informtion Management
    FEMA
    Oct, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00800.b National Response Framework
    FEMA
    Oct, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • EMS Concepts for WMD Incidents
    Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
    Sep, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00100.LEb Introduction to the Incident Command System
    FEMA
    Sep, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00100.b Introduction to Incident Command System (ICS-100)
    FEMA
    Sep, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00200.b ICS for Single Resources an Initial Action Incident (ICS-200)
    FEMA
    Sep, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00701.a NIMS Multiagency Coordination System (MACS)
    FEMA
    Sep, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00703.a NIMS Resource Management
    FEMA
    Sep, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-100.b Introduction to Incident Command System (ICS-100)
    FEMA
    Sep, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Firefighter II - IFSAC
    International Fire Service Accreditation Congress
    Jun, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Firefighter 1 / 2
    Indiana Department of Homeland Secururity
    Mar, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Firefighter I
    Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    Mar, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Firefighter II
    Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    Mar, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hazmat 1st Responder Awareness
    Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    Mar, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00035.10 FEMA Safety Orientation 2010
    FEMA
    Sep, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00100.LEa
    FEMA
    Sep, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00200.a ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents (ICS-200)
    FEMA
    Sep, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00700.a National Incident Management Systems (NIMS)
    FEMA
    Sep, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Firefighter I - IFSAC
    International Fire Service Accreditation Congress
    Jun, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hazmat 1st Responder Awareness - IFSAC
    International Fire Service Accreditation Congress
    Jun, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • S-190 Wildland Fire Behavior (Q900)
    FEMA
    Jun, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • I-100 Introduction to th eIncident Command System
    FEMA
    May, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-100.a Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS-100)
    FEMA
    May, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • NTS1003 - NASCAR Pit Road Rules orientation
    NASCAR
    May, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • S-130 Preparedness, ICS, and Resources (Firefighter Training)
    national Wildfire Coordinating Group
    May, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • S-190 Basic Concepts of Wildland Fire (Wildland Fire Behavior)
    National Wildfire Coordinating Group
    May, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • S-190 Monitoring Fire Behavior (Wildland Fire Behanvior)
    National Wildfire coordination Group
    May, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • S-190 Principles of Wildland Fire Behavior (Wildland Fire Behavior)
    Natioanl Wildfire Coordinating Group
    May, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hazmat 1st Responder Operation
    Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    Apr, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • NTS1002 Nascar Terminology
    NASCAR
    Feb, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAR ATP Extrication HOT (Diver Removal)
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAR ATP Fire Suppression
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAR ATP Fire Suppression HOT (Pit Fire, Injured Crew)
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAR ATP Fire Suppression HOT (Pit fire, Fuel Spill)
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAR ATP Race Vehicles
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAR ATP Track Response
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAR ATP Vehicle Familiarazation HOT
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • NASCAr ATP Fire Suppression HOT (Pit Fire, Backup)
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • Nascar ATP Fire Suppression HOT (Pit Fire, Primary)
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • OSHA / Safety ( Track Course)
    NASCAR
    Mar, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • Mandatory Firefighter
    Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    Sep, 2007
    - Nov, 2024
  • IS-00700 National Incident Management System (NIMS)
    FEMA
    Aug, 2007
    - Nov, 2024
  • Adult Pre-Service Academy
    Indiana Department of Correction
    Dec, 2003
    - Nov, 2024
  • Federal Communicatin Commission (FCC) Technician
    Federal Communications Commission
    Nov, 2002
    - Nov, 2024
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
    PADI
  • OSHA - 10 General Industry
    OSHA Safety Training Institute
  • Open Water Diver
    PADI

Experience

  • Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad
    • United States
    • Truck Transportation
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Foreman
      • Feb 2006 - Present

      >Certified Railroad Conductor that is responsible for the safe operation of freight trains. >Receives, relays, and acts upon oral or written Instructions from supervisors. >Reads, knows and understands safety and operating rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, and other printed or written material. >Provides and receives oral information in person or by radio and recognizes audible and/or visual signals and warnings. >Assist in rerailing derailed cars >Inspect the condition of train and equipment while stationary and moving. >Safely switch railcars >Delivery and pick up of railcars to Industries or interchange points. >Trained in physical characteristics of Chicago land area & N.W. Indiana 

  • SMART Transportation Division
    • United States
    • Rail Transportation
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Local Chairman
      • Jan 2018 - Sep 2018

      >Act as chief consultant on all grievances, and their disposition>Maintain records of complaints and grievances, and their disposition>Enforce the contract and educate members of their rights>Ensure vigorous defense of any member whos civil liberties or job rights have been threatened>Skilled in contract resolution negotiations>Appeal writing to the 3rd level for progression of Discipline to arbitration>Function as a problem-solver; Answer questions, concerns, and complaints and make referrals as appropriate.>Trained in Dispute resolution>Follow the LMRDA (Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act)

    • Treasurer
      • Jan 2018 - Sep 2018

      >Ensure financial safeguards: By following Union Constitution, Department of Labor, and IRS guidelines>Report monthly to the membership and the executive committee on the financial state of the Local>Oversee the treasury and the budget>Maintain all financial records and member records>Receive and deposit all dues monies and other income of the Local>Disburse funds as required for the payment of payroll taxes, salaries, expense reimbursements, purchases or other expenses according to the Locals budget>Act as a signatory on all financial documents>Prepare quarterly tax returns (Federal and State), W-2 and W-3 forms, 1099, and CT-1 forms>Oversee an annual independent audit of the Locals finances, and make audit report available to the executive committee and the membership

    • Alternate Legislative Represenative
      • Jan 2015 - Sep 2018

       >Identify worksite problems >Report and file safety concerns >Communicate with state directors >Assist Legislative Rep. when needed >Have monthly safety meetings with union officers and members

    • Vice Local Chairman - Local 1381
      • Sep 2013 - Sep 2018

       >Establish effective procedures to track grievances and time claims >Act within the confines of the Union constitution and contracts >Oversee the negotiation and enforcement of the collective bargaining agreements >Developed and implemented a program to help all members strengthen their knowledge of contracts in force and mentor/support less experienced members >Work with parties involved in a dispute to try and resolve it at the lowest level possible >Represent members in grievances >Serve as a resource and support to members on union issues >Skilled in Union Contracts >Skilled in Claims and Grievance handling, Appeal and letter writing, Interviewing witnesses and Due Process >In-Depth understanding of the Railway Labor Act >In-Depth understanding of the Family Medical Leave Act

  • ArcelorMittal
    • Luxembourg
    • Mining
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Safety and Fire Technician Manager
      • Nov 2011 - Sep 2014

      >Supervised a team of Fire/Extinguisher Technicians that performed inspections and testing of aver 3500 portable and stationary extinguishers in an industrial steel producing facility. >Was assigned the duty to create and implement a Property wide testing and inspecting of all extinguishers in the plant. >Create and update spreadsheets and report daily and weekly to operations and division managers. >Control and maintain adequate inventory >Create billing and Purchase orders >Planned work, set daily and weekly goals >Planned bi-weekly schedules and controlled overtime expenses >Instructed the fire extinguisher service and training program >Report weekly to operation managers / Daily conference calls

  • Indiana Department of Homeland Security
    • Northwest Indiana District One District Response Task Force (Hazmat)
      • Feb 2011 - Aug 2014

      >Responsible for performing the various hazardous materials assessments during Incident operations>Multi state response area for large incidents or releases involving hazardous materials>Ongoing monitoring of local environmental conditions during operations>Provide initial and ongoing survey for the presence of hazardous materials at search and rescue sites>Provide assistance to medical personnel for information regarding chemical exposure and injuries>Provide accountability and additional tasks or duties as assigned>Train for large scale events involving WMD attacks

    • Northwest Indiana District One District Response Task Force (Fire Suppression)
      • Jan 2011 - Aug 2014

      >Emergency response throughout Indiana to provide assistance to other agencies involved in flood, fire, tornados or other disasters>Provide assistance as ordered by task force leaders>Perform firefighting work and assist in rescue operations if needed>Use of complex radio communication systems for multi agency compatibility

  • La Porte County Haz-Mat
    • La Porte, IN
    • Hazmat Response Team Member
      • Oct 2010 - Aug 2014

       >Emergency Response to releases or potential releases of hazardous substances for the purpose of protecting persons, property, or the environment and stopping the release  >Plug or Patch to stop the release of hazardous substances  >Create dikes and dams to divert or stop flow of hazardous substances  >Implement defensive mitigation practices to control Leaks and spills  >Deploy Buoys in release in water  >Provide ongoing monitoring of local environmental conditions  >Providing decontamination to members and victims  >Haz-Mat Technician Certification

  • Center Fire Department
    • La Porte, IN
    • Firefighter
      • Mar 2005 - Aug 2014

       >Performed firefighting work, Including preventing, combating and extinguishing fires to protect lives, property and the environment  >Operate fire apparatus, equipment and tools appropriately  >Provide emergency medical care within scope of practice on scene and continue care on the way to medical facility  >Administer life support care, first aid and immobilize injured people for transport  >Quickly and effectively analyze hazardous situation and take appropriate course of action  >Participate in training, classes and drills in firefighting, extrication, emergency medical care, disaster response and specialized rescues  >Participate in fire prevention campaigns in the local school system  >Perform general maintenance work on fire apparatus, equipment, tools and facilities

  • Helping Hands at Home
    • LaPorte, IN
    • P.t Manager / Payables & Receivables
      • Oct 2011 - Jul 2014

      >Match employees to clients needs >Plan weekly scheduals for employees to make sure assistance was provided to clients >Processed payroll for 13 employees >Received and paid bills on time >Maintained all records >Develop and Enforce Policies and Procedures >Match employees to clients needs >Plan weekly scheduals for employees to make sure assistance was provided to clients >Processed payroll for 13 employees >Received and paid bills on time >Maintained all records >Develop and Enforce Policies and Procedures

  • Scipio Township Fire Department
    • La Porte, In
    • Firefighter / First Responder
      • Jun 2011 - Feb 2014

       >Performed firefighting work, Including preventing, combating and extinguishing fires to protect lives, property and the environment  >Operate fire apparatus, equipment and tools appropriately  >Provide emergency medical care within scope of practice  >Quickly and effectively analyze hazardous situation and take appropriate course of action  >Participate in training, classes and drills in firefighting, extrication, emergency medical care, disaster response and specialized rescues  >Perform general maintenance work on fire apparatus, equipment, tools and facilities

  • NASCAR
    • Spectator Sports
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • NASCAR Fire & Safety Team (Seasonal)
      • Apr 2007 - Nov 2013

      >Provided on track emergency responese >Trained extensively in differnt types of fuel fires >Exrication technician Certified >Provided pit road fire protection >Extensive knowledge of different types and styles of race cars and design >Provided on track emergency responese >Trained extensively in differnt types of fuel fires >Exrication technician Certified >Provided pit road fire protection >Extensive knowledge of different types and styles of race cars and design

  • Recovery Sevices
    • Midwest
    • Recovery Agent / Private Investigator
      • May 2007 - Sep 2008

       >Repossessed all types of motorized vehicles such as cars, Boats, Motorcycles, and Rv’s  >Worked from central Indiana to lower central Michigan and from eastern Illinois to western Ohio.  >Drove approx 400-500 miles daily  >Delivered repossessed cars from storage lots to auctions and to financial Institutions on 3-4 car 47 foot auto hauler  >On call 24hr / On road dispatched  >Repossessed all types of motorized vehicles such as cars, Boats, Motorcycles, and Rv’s  >Worked from central Indiana to lower central Michigan and from eastern Illinois to western Ohio.  >Drove approx 400-500 miles daily  >Delivered repossessed cars from storage lots to auctions and to financial Institutions on 3-4 car 47 foot auto hauler  >On call 24hr / On road dispatched

  • Recovery Services
    • Midwest
    • Recovery Agent / Private Investigator
      • Nov 2004 - Oct 2005

      >Repossessed all types of motorized vehicles such as cars, Boats, Motorcycles, and Rv’s  >Worked from central Indiana to lower central Michigan and from eastern Illinois to western Ohio.  >Drove approx 300-400 miles daily  >On call 24hr / On road dispatched >Repossessed all types of motorized vehicles such as cars, Boats, Motorcycles, and Rv’s  >Worked from central Indiana to lower central Michigan and from eastern Illinois to western Ohio.  >Drove approx 300-400 miles daily  >On call 24hr / On road dispatched

  • Indiana Department of Correction
    • United States
    • Public Safety
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Correctional Officer
      • Aug 2003 - May 2005

       >Assisted in high security offender transport and offender population control.  >Trained and certified in First aid and the use of A.E.D. for emergency response situations.  >Trained in special weapons, tactics, and chemical agent applications.  >Emergency Response Team member (E.R.T) and trained with the state (S.E.R.T) Special Emergency Response Team.  >Supervised and directed a shake down crew of 5 officers to control contraband and any other illegal or prohibited items.

  • Angelo Bernacchi Greenhouses
    • La Porte, In
    • Truck Driver / General Labor (Seasonal)
      • Mar 2001 - Jul 2003

       >Daily local and long distance runs.  >Loading and un-loading of semi trucks  >Completed all necessary paperwork on a daily basis  >Assisted in the transplanting and potting a variety of plants.  >loaded and unloaded trucks and ground work  >Replaced windows and steam lines as needed.  >Learned how to use complex watering systems and heat/air systems.  >Daily local and long distance runs.  >Loading and un-loading of semi trucks  >Completed all necessary paperwork on a daily basis  >Assisted in the transplanting and potting a variety of plants.  >loaded and unloaded trucks and ground work  >Replaced windows and steam lines as needed.  >Learned how to use complex watering systems and heat/air systems.

  • PINKERTON | Comprehensive Risk Management
    • Security and Investigations
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Enforcement Officer
      • Nov 2002 - May 2003

      >Secured property and controlled access to employees and out side contractors >Assisted in emergency response, vehicle checks, and radio communications >Made rounds through different facilities to make sure everything was in order >Secured property and controlled access to employees and out side contractors >Assisted in emergency response, vehicle checks, and radio communications >Made rounds through different facilities to make sure everything was in order

  • CMD Drywall
    • New Buffalo, MI
    • Drywall Hanger
      • May 2002 - Nov 2002

       >Hung drywall in Northern Indiana and all of central and southern Michigan  >Used numerous cutting tools, hammers and other assorted tools needed on a daily basis  >Learned the art of building scaffolding for high walls and ceilings  >Hung drywall in Northern Indiana and all of central and southern Michigan  >Used numerous cutting tools, hammers and other assorted tools needed on a daily basis  >Learned the art of building scaffolding for high walls and ceilings

  • Quicks Lanes
    • La Porte, In
    • Pin Setter / Lane Mechanic
      • Jun 1997 - Mar 2001

       >Routine front counter work, sales and collection of money.  >Received training for pin setter maintenance.  >Learned how to strip and oil the lanes.  >Ran Monday through Friday leagues.  >Routine front counter work, sales and collection of money.  >Received training for pin setter maintenance.  >Learned how to strip and oil the lanes.  >Ran Monday through Friday leagues.

  • La Porte County Lake Patrol
    • La Porte, In
    • Boat Launch operator / Collector (Seasonal)
      • May 1995 - Sep 1999

       >Collected fees to launch boats  >Assisted in the fueling of boats  >Assisted in Boat recovery  >Patrolled with Lake Patrol Officers  >Assisted in setting and removing buoys  >Collected fees to launch boats  >Assisted in the fueling of boats  >Assisted in Boat recovery  >Patrolled with Lake Patrol Officers  >Assisted in setting and removing buoys

  • La Porte County Police
    • Police Cadet Sergeant
      • Sep 1994 - Mar 1998

      >Supervised 14 other cadets>Assisted in training new recruits>Assisted in accident reconstruction when called upon>Supervised functions that needed traffic control

    • Police Cadet
      • Mar 1994 - Sep 1994

       >Provided traffic control at large events >Participated in the ride along program >Was the Treasurer of the program >Knowledgeable in signals / codes and emergency procedures

Education

  • LaPorte High School
    High School Diploma, General Studies
    1996 - 2000

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