Alvaro Herrera
Kent,WA
Summary
Motivated and dedicated individual with a strong desire to excel in firefighting and emergency medical services. Driven by a passion to protect and provide a public service, possess a solid foundation in firefighting techniques and safety protocols. Eager to expand on knowledge and skills in this field, successfully completed tasks and maintain a calm demeanor in high-stress situations tested by years in service. Committed to upholding public safety and working with fellow firefighters.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Davis Wire
11.2023 - Current
- Completed welding projects using MIG/Stick techniques to fabricate brackets or make structural repairs as needed during machine overhauls.
- Ensured machinery operated at peak efficiency by conducting regular preventative maintenance and diagnostics.
- Main operator and up keeping of 25 combustion burners ensuring smooth operation constant production resulting $100,000 product daily
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER
Pierce County Fire District #13
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
- Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
- Trained approximately 10 new incoming firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
SERGEANT
U.S. ARMY
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Time and production management for 23 soldiers to reach weekly quotas resulting in having 15 Fully Mission Qualified helicopters ready
- Served as a role model and mentor for a team of six by providing purpose direction and motivation in and out of the workplace as well as leading soldiers into promotion with guidance
- Implemented new programs for fitness to keep soldiers interested and exceeding the standard for health and PT goals
Aircraft Sheet Metal and Composite Repairer
U.S. ARMY
07.2017 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects, ensuring high-quality results and timely completion.
- Fabricated sheet metal components using shears, brakes, and other hand tools as well as making composite repairs over 5000 man hours
- Supported aircraft modifications projects by assisting engineers with structural changes while maintaining compliance to regulatory standards.
Education
No Degree - Rescue Systems 1
Empact International
Bremerton, WA05.2024
No Degree -
South Pierce Fire Academy
Washington, WA08.2023
EMT CERTIFICATION -
Pierce College Steilacoom
Washington, WA06.2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
McFarland High School
California, CA06.2017
Skills
- Teamwork
- Hand and power-tool proficiency
- Communication
- Resiliency
- Leadership
- Adaptable
Certification
- Survival Evasion Resistance Escape, U.S. Army, 2020
- Basic Leaders Course, U.S. Army, 2020
- Airborne certification, U.S. Army, 2020
- National Regerstry Emergency Medical Technician, NREMT, 2022
- Emergency Medical Technician Certification, Washington Department of Health, 2023
- Firefighter 1, IFSAC, 2023
- Hazmat Awareness and Operations, IFSAC, 2023
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Davis Wire
11.2023 - Current
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER
Pierce County Fire District #13
01.2023 - Current
SERGEANT
U.S. ARMY
07.2020 - 07.2023
Aircraft Sheet Metal and Composite Repairer
U.S. ARMY
07.2017 - 07.2023
No Degree - Rescue Systems 1
Empact International
No Degree -
South Pierce Fire Academy
EMT CERTIFICATION -
Pierce College Steilacoom
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
McFarland High School