Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully. Collaborative Wildland Firefighter with 10+ years of experience responding to wildland fires and medical emergencies throughout region. Polished in developing community wildland fire protection plans, conducting thorough site checks and preparing fire suppression equipment in emergencies. Superb stamina, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Navajo Forestry Department
Ft. Defiance, AZ
03.2002 - Current
Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires.
Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Assessed active fires and consulted with fire chief to devise optimal approach and containment strategies.
Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Cashier
Walmart
Gallup, NM
03.2020 - 09.2020
Assist with customers with cashing them out.
Masonry Laborer
MM Masonry
Albuquerque, NM
01.2000 - 09.2008
Operated trowels and sponges to apply grout between joints of tiles and bricks.
Operated drills, paving breakers and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
Applied colored marble or stone chips, and powdered steel over surfaces to produce prescribed finishes.
Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
Mixed mortar, plastic and grout according to standard formulas.
Reviewed finished installations to find and correct surface flaws.
Used trowels to apply grout during installation of brick and tile.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tohatchi High School
Tohatchi, NM
05.1998
Skills
Arson Investigation
Smoke Suppression and Removal
Fire Suppression Techniques
Pump and Hose Management
Personal Protective Equipment PPE
Hot Spot Location and Elimination
Fire Prevention Education
Detailed Reporting
Station and Equipment Cleaning
Team Collaboration
Post-Fire Inspection
Safety Equipment Inspection
Emergency Response
Timeline
Cashier
Walmart
03.2020 - 09.2020
Wildland Firefighter
Navajo Forestry Department
03.2002 - Current
Masonry Laborer
MM Masonry
01.2000 - 09.2008
High School Diploma -
Tohatchi High School
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