Andy Tavera

• Crewleader : Mid Valley 2
• Duties include fire suppression, maintenance of equipment, participation in fuel reduction, and public education, often in challenging, remote conditions requiring physical stamina, teamwork, and adaptability.
• Directly battling wildfires using hand tools like mcleod, rouge, plaski as well as water, pumps, and other specialized equipment.
• Clearing vegetation to create firebreaks, or firelines, to stop or slow a fire's advance.
• Participating in activities such as prescribed burning, fuel reduction, and hazard vegetation removal to manage forests and reduce future fire risk.
• Inspecting, cleaning, repairing, and maintaining fire tools, vehicles, and facilities.
• Work in rugged terrain, and provide aid in emergency situations.
• Performing strenuous physical activities, often for long hours in difficult outdoor conditions such as smoke, heat, and steep terrain
• After a fire is contained, digging and raking areas to find and extinguish remaining hot spots
• Analyzing weather and fire data to help predict fire behavior and develop effective strategies.
• Working effectively as part of a small team to implement strategies and respond to changing conditions during an incident.
• The ability to adjust to different jobs, environments, and situations, often requiring long shifts and time away from home.
• Manages fires in natural areas, performing heavy physical labor with tools and equipment to create firelines
• Staffing pattern for up to 21 days
• Dry mopping on multiple fires

• 2025 EMS Skills & CE
• CAL FIRE Public Safety First Aid (PSFA)
• Fire Fighter 1C: Wildland (2019)
• TEST - CAL FIRE - WRITTEN EXAM - FF1C: Wildland
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

• Surveyed areas that needed work and had animal habitat.
• Felled trees too close to buildings.
• Worked brush using hands and hand tools in sensitive soil areas.
• Removal of vegetation from buildings and structures to comply with regulation.

• Crewleader : lead crew during the LA fire support response and during our regular forestry work.
• Dispatched to emergency camps to assist in facilities management, maintenance, supply and inventory.
• Worked 16-hour shifts performing fire camp support for up to 14 consecutive days.
• Assessed vegetation, landscaping, and construction practices in relation to fire safety standards.
• Performed project work including: fire fuel reduction, brush clearing, thinning, invasive species removal, chipping, firewood, hazard tree removal, bucking, felling trees, and stumping.
• Performed various natural resource management tasks, including invasive species removal, landscape beautification, and tree planting.
• Relied upon to operate chainsaw to complete fuel reduction projects
• Operated chippers to reduce small trees and vegetation into spreadable chips used to naturalize worksites.
• Conducted comprehensive pre-trip inspections on vehicles and equipment to verify proper maintenance and vehicle condition.
• Served as a swamper assisting the sawyer in a variety of tasks including fuel reduction.
• Skilled in mixing fuel for burning.
• Constructed sandbag structures and performed wave wash protection on levees during periods of heavy rain.

• Aided in multiple emergency California fires, Most Notably: Cal Fire Bridge Fire, Cal Fire Eaton Fire, Cal Fire Line Fire, Cal Fire Park Fire, Cal Fire White Fire, USFS Basin Fire, NPS Coffee Pot, Fire, And Cal Fire La County Watershed Protection Task Force Support.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

• Retrofitted Lombardi Academy Campus School & Burton Middle School.
• Performed comprehensive energy assessments of schools and businesses by evaluating the thermal envelope, mechanical systems, energy consumption, and health and safety.
• Used energy equipment and programs to determine usage and best ways to create savings using a variety of methods and products.
• Analyzed and interpreted the data provided by the audits to make suggestions for energy reducing enhancements.
• Conducted installation projects to retrofit businesses with energy saving equipment to reduce energy consumption.
• Ensured safety of the team by communicating concerns related to work and hazards to supervisors and sponsors.
• Adapted, improvised, and overcame precarious situations and used conflict resolution tactics to dissolve issues in the workplace.
• Responsible for representing the company in a positive manner, providing competence and quality of work.

• Learned safety protocols and handling techniques for live poultry.
• Assisted in maintaining equipment used for catching chickens, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Adapted quickly to dynamic environments, enhancing workflow during peak hours.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline catching processes, improving overall productivity.

• Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and safety guidelines.
• Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
• Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and minimizing waste.
• Maintained cleanliness of workstations, adhering to health and sanitation standards.
• Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in the kitchen environment.
• Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.

• Analyzed client energy needs to recommend optimal solar and home gas usage solutions.
• Conducted site assessments to evaluate solar installation feasibility.
• Educated clients on solar technology benefits, and home gas usage financing options.
• Educated clients on the benefits of solar energy, resulting in higher conversion rates from initial inquiries to closed deals.
• Strengthened client relationships through exceptional communication skills and a commitment to understanding individual needs.
• Represent the company professionally while identifying and engaging potential clients for energy consultations
• Walk for extended periods while maintaining energy and professionalism during customer interactions
• Utilized tablets and phones to

provide user personal information and billing to themselves

• Completed documentation and forms in compliance with company sales orders and operational procedures
• Picked and prepared items and pallets to accurately fulfill delivery orders
• Planned and coordinated delivery routes to ensure efficient, linear travel between job sites
• Scheduled and arranged necessary repairs for equipment and machinery to minimize downtime
• Conducted pre-trip inspections on trucks and delivery equipment prior to deployment to construction sites
• Drove between job locations for extended periods (3 to 11 hours daily) to support delivery operations
• Recorded and reported key operational data, including returned products, lunch schedules for multiple crews, and equipment damage
• Organized vehicles and palletized goods daily to maximize space in limited storage facilities

• Maintained cleanliness of dining areas to enhance ambiance
• Supervised and coordinated dining room staff to ensure timely, courteous, and organized service
• Answered incoming calls, responded to customer inquiries, and transferred calls as needed
• Trained new team members on all restaurant protocols