Andrew Coulter
Glennallen,AK
Summary
Collaborative Wildland Firefighter with 9 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
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Division Of Forestry & Fire Protection
03.2014 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
Vacation Planning Counselor
Wyndham Worldwide Corp
01.2005 - 03.2010
- Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
- Advised customers on necessary travel documents and visa requirements to successfully reach planned destination.
- Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
- Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
- Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Celebration High School
Celebration, FL06.2006
Skills
- First Aid Certified
- Community Education
- Fire Containment
- Terrain Studying
- Fire Suppression Tools Operations
- Conditions Assessment
- Wildland Fire Investigation
- Fire Crew Leadership
- Interagency Coordination
- Community Outreach and Education
- Physical Fitness and Endurance
- Fire Weather Monitoring
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Backfire and Flanking
- Defensible Space Creation
- Fire Behavior Prediction
- Fire Ecology Knowledge
- Firefighting Equipment Maintenance
- Incident Command System
- Chainsaw Operation
- Water Supply Management
- Fire Lookout Operation
- Helitack Operations
- Fireline Construction
- Aerial Firefighting Support
- Map Reading and Navigation
- Employee Training
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Division Of Forestry & Fire Protection
03.2014 - 08.2023
Vacation Planning Counselor
Wyndham Worldwide Corp
01.2005 - 03.2010
High School Diploma -
Celebration High School