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Cara Martinez

Folsom,CA

Summary

Dynamic professional eager to advance in leadership and fire service responsibility. Strong drive to grow within the UC Davis Fire Department by enhancing personal skills while strengthening crew safety, performance, and cohesiveness. Proven ability to mentor and lead teams with resilience, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Firefighter/Acting Engineer

UC Davis Fire Department
02.2019 - Current
  • Qualified Engine/Truck Operator since 07/2023, proficient in apparatus operations and providing critical crew support during incident responses.
  • Serve in Acting Engineer assignments, applying training in real-time to strengthen operational skills, decision-making, and adaptability to diverse leadership styles.
  • Advance fire service expertise through ongoing formal education and in-house training programs.
  • Mentor new hires and student firefighters, leading targeted trainings to build skills, fire knowledge, and confidence.

Associate Civil Engineer

Cannon
06.2008 - 01.2019
  • Led civil engineering design and task management for public infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, drainage, roadway systems, and site development.
  • Managed medium-complexity Public Works projects, overseeing coordination, feasibility studies, engineering design, CAD drafting, and quality assurance/control.
  • Supported planning, budgeting, reporting, and business development efforts while mentoring junior engineers.

Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Allan Hancock Community College
08.2009 - 11.2010
  • Built strong relationships with student-athletes, fostering academic success, athletic achievement, and personal growth.
  • Enhanced player performance through tailored coaching, mentorship, and life skills development.

Real Estate Assistant

Remax Del Oro
06.2009 - 05.2010
  • Supported agents and brokers in managing day-to-day real estate operations, including scheduling showings, preparing and processing contracts, coordinating inspections, and maintaining MLS listings.
  • Delivered prompt, professional customer service to clients, vendors, and team members in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Master of Science - Civil & Environmental Engineering

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
06-2010

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
06-2009

Skills

  • Acting Engineer/Operator
  • Fire suppression and response
  • Problem-solving and adaptability
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented
  • Stress resilience & physical composure
  • Leadership and mentorship
  • Professionalism & community engagement
  • Cooperative relationships

Certification

  • Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation 06/2025
  • I-300 Intermediate ICS 05/2025
  • Trench Rescue Technician 10/2024
  • Instructor 1: Instructional Methodology 11/2022
  • Firefighter 2 California 04/2022
  • Hazardous Material Technician & Specialist 08/2020
  • Civil Professional Engineer, CA License No. 80641 12/2012

Timeline

Firefighter/Acting Engineer

UC Davis Fire Department
02.2019 - Current

Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Allan Hancock Community College
08.2009 - 11.2010

Real Estate Assistant

Remax Del Oro
06.2009 - 05.2010

Associate Civil Engineer

Cannon
06.2008 - 01.2019

Master of Science - Civil & Environmental Engineering

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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