Alex Chico
Somerset,CA
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational employees.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Fire Clearance Company
Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess fire hazards and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Performed hazardous tree removal and land clearance for Fire Safety
- Utilized chainsaws, Chipper, and pile burning for clearance of debris
Wildland Firefighter
Mt Adams Wildfire
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Concrete Laborer
Premier Concrete
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
Education
No Degree - Management
Folsom Lake College
El Dorado, CASkills
- Administrative Oversight
- Labor Relations
- Business Management
- Bidding Processes
- Project Management
- Team Oversight
- Consulting
- Staff Hiring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Client Service
- Negotiation
- Staff Management
- Project Estimating
- Customer Relations
- Quality Control
- Performance Monitoring
- Decision Making
- Industry Knowledge
- Creative Thinking
- Customer Service
- Employee Training
- Entrepreneurial Personality
Timeline
Owner Fire Clearance Company
Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
Wildland Firefighter
Mt Adams Wildfire
01.2013 - 12.2013
Concrete Laborer
Premier Concrete
01.2010 - 12.2012
No Degree - Management
Folsom Lake College