Austin Baun
Wildland Firefighter
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Dependable Firefighter Type 2, just became a dad and its motivated me to be a better individual and professionally. ive always approached pre-Hospital Trauma Care with a sense of understanding yet thoroughness while staying within my scope of practice. Im Offering strong foundation in teamwork and physical endurance, with genuine desire to learn and develop in challenging environment. Brings understanding of safety protocols and ability to quickly adapt to fast-changing conditions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Fuel Reduction Specialist
Frontier Defenses
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Contracted with several large name insurance corporations and if cliental pay for their insurance then we will respond to initial resource order
- Assisted in prevention methods through public education programs
- Completed specialized training courses in wildland fire operations for continuous growth in the field.
- Reduced wildfire damage by conducting controlled backburns to eliminate fuels in high-risk areas.
- Protected lives and property by quickly containing and suppressing forest fires in various terrains.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Wildland Firefighter
Bureau Of Land Managment
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Ensured prompt medical care for injured crew members by providing Basic Life Support within my scope of practice
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
- Assisted in Fireline Construction or firebreaks to control spread of wildfires, safeguarding surrounding communities and natural habitats.
- Improved team morale and cohesion in high-stress situations leading to more effective firefighting operations
- Reduced risk of property loss by implementing proactive defense measures for homes and businesses in fire-prone areas " Taking the fight to the fire"
- Collaborated with interagency Resources to strategize for more effective wildfire engagement
- Situational awareness among firefighters through consistent monitoring of weather conditions and fire behavior patterns
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels, Scraper, Mclouds and Mr. Pulaski
Wildland Firefighter
US Forest Service, Department Of Agriculture
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Engaged the fire Indirectly for Fireline Construction, Saw Operations and Backburn Fun's in the Sun
- Spike camped on Carlton Complex Fire, tying in to Type 1 crew at end of week
- Cut and cleared brush for Fuel Reduction Projects and Fuel Mitigation, working collaboratively as a member of a 20-man Type 2 IA Crew
- Eliminated hot spots remaining after containment
- Cleaning and inspection of issued equipment, then every morning inspection of agency equipment to ensure peak maintenance, such as hose and Apparatus and their pumps
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- After establishing water supplies, Progressive Hose lay, connected hoses, Crew directed water onto fires.
Education
Certification - Substance Abuse Disorder Counseling
InterCoast College
West Covina, CA07-2026
Certificate of Completion - ALCS/ BLS Healthcare Provider
Red Cross
Phoenix, AZ01-2025
Certificiations - Firefighter Type 2
National Wildfire Coordinating Group
Washington04-2014
Certifications - Emergency Medical Technician
Alabama Fire Colege
Tuscaloosa, AL10-2012
High School Diploma -
Granada High School
Livermore, CA06-2011
Skills
- Fire containment
- Emergency medical treatment within Scope of Practice
- Fire prevention
- Incident command system
- Map Reading & Land Navigation
- Fire Suppression
- Controlled Burn & Backfire and Flanking
- Fire Behavior
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Firefighter Type 2
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Wildland Firefighter Certification - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Certificate– Various States' Departments of Transportation.
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Fuel Reduction Specialist
Frontier Defenses
03.2016 - 09.2016
Wildland Firefighter
Bureau Of Land Managment
04.2015 - 10.2015
Wildland Firefighter
US Forest Service, Department Of Agriculture
04.2014 - 10.2014
Certification - Substance Abuse Disorder Counseling
InterCoast College
Certificate of Completion - ALCS/ BLS Healthcare Provider
Red Cross
Certificiations - Firefighter Type 2
National Wildfire Coordinating Group
Certifications - Emergency Medical Technician
Alabama Fire Colege
High School Diploma -
Granada High School
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