Brent Smith
Butler,GA
Summary
I am a Highly-motivated employee with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and willing to learn new skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Georgia Forestry Commission
Butler, GA
06.2019 - Current
- Executed fire suppression operations during wildland fire incidents to protect natural resources and communities.
- Performed wildfire suppression duties, including constructing firebreaks, and deploying water and retardant.
- Maintained firefighting equipment and tools, ensuring operational readiness.
- Trained new firefighters on safety protocols and firefighting techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement emergency response strategies, enhancing team effectiveness during incidents.
- Participated in prescribed burns to enhance forest health and manage fuel loads.
- Assisted in public education programs about fire safety and prevention, increasing community awareness and preparedness.
- Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
- Operated dozers, skid steers, and off-road forklifts for various tasks during firefighting operations.
- Held Class A commercial driver's license, enabling operation of large vehicles for emergency response.
Welder Fab/Millwright
Jackson Welding
Butler, GA
10.2013 - 06.2021
- Performed welding fabrication and millwright tasks in sawmills, rock quarries, and sandpits, including maintenance, new installations, and equipment demolition.
- Welded and cut metal components using stick, MIG, spool gun, and oxy-acetylene torch to meet project specifications.
- Adhered to safety guidelines by implementing proper machine guarding and executing lockout/tagout procedures.
Trades Fleet Mechanic
Georgia vocational rehab agency
Warm Springs, Georgia
08.2013 - 06.2019
- Performed routine maintenance on fleet vehicles, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs on various equipment.
- Executed building maintenance tasks to uphold facility standards.
- Operated backhoe, skid steer, and tandem dump truck safely to support project operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taylor County
Butler, GA03-2013
Skills
- Fire suppression
- Heavy Equipment operator
- Class A CDL
- Equipment maintenance
- Welding fabrication
- Millwright
- Fleet maintenance
Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Georgia Forestry Commission
06.2019 - Current
Welder Fab/Millwright
Jackson Welding
10.2013 - 06.2021
Trades Fleet Mechanic
Georgia vocational rehab agency
08.2013 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Taylor County