Aeron Kukoyi
California Conservation Corps
Los Angeles,CA
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Developed leadership and teamwork skills in demanding and unpredictable environments. Proven ability to stay calm under pressure and make strategic decisions in high-stress situations. Seeking to transition into a new field where analytical thinking and effective communication can drive positive outcomes.
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
3 Years 8 Months- Collaborated with CAL Fire and US Forest service handcrews on wildland fire suppression operations
- Conducted firing operations using fusees and drip torches to contain and suppress wildfires.
- Constructed handline, performed mop-up operations, and monitored flare-ups during extended 24-hour shifts.
- Performed hose lays with engine crews for mop-up operations in burned areas.
- Applied wildland firefighting principles, including the 10 Standard Firefighting Orders and 18 Watch Out Situations, ensuring safety during emergency response.
- Constructed multiple hotlines to mineral soil efficiently, enhancing crew morale during extended operations.
- Operated effectively in extreme environments, including 120F+ heat and steep, rocky terrain.
- Maintained, inspected, repaired, and cleaned fire equipment, ensuring operational safety.
- Oversaw team performance across multiple crews to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
- Contributed to team success with consistent reliability, discipline, and strong morale on and off the fire line.
- Create defensible space and fuel breaks in high-risk areas.
- Utilized chainsaws, weed trimmers, and drip torches for effective vegetation management during fire suppression.
- Applied advanced safety protocols with hand tools and chainsaws (e.g., throttle interlock, chain brake, spark arrestor).
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Fire suppression tools operations
Fire containment
Chainsaw use
Ground Ladder Operations
Wildfire Medical Response
Fire Incident Assessment
Emergency medical response
Chainsaw and Handtool Maintenance
Extreme physical endurance
Calm decision-making
Team leadership & crew coordination
Pattern recognition
Mental resilience
Emergency medical response
Certification
- Firefighter 1 - IFSAC/Pro Board (Internationally Accredited)
- Hazardous Materials FRA/FRO (Internationally Accredited)
- Wildland Firefighter 1 (Internationally Accredited)
- CAL FIRE Firefighter 1D Fire Protection Orientation
- Emergency Medical Technician
- S-212 Basic Level Wildland Fire Chainsaws
- S-270 Basic Air Operations
- S-130 Firefighter Training
- S-131 Firefighter Type 1
- S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
- Wildland Firefighter Safety & Survival Level 1 Basic
- Firefighter 1C (Wildland)
- CAL Fire C-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws
- L-180: Human Factors on the Fireline
- FEMA IS-100: Introduction to Incident Command System
- FEMA IS-200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
- FEMA IS-700: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- FEMA IS-800: National Response Framework, An Introduction
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
California Conservation Corps
09.2022 - 05.2026Read More
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