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
Kent, WA
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
Browns Point, WA
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
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
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
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
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