Firefighter Academy
Monterrey Pennisula Fire Academy
Marina, California
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed understanding and hands-on skills in Firefighter I/II principles
- Squad Leader
- Received Class 46 Top Gun Award
- Received Class 46 Top Skills Award
Carson Zarate
Gilroy,CA
Work History
Seasonal Operations Intern
Fernwood Cellars
Gilroy, CA
10.2020 - Current
- Implemented efficient event setup and cleanup procedures, enhancing operational efficiency at Fernwood Cellars.
- Collaborated with owners and team members to ensure smooth event flow and high guest satisfaction.
- Supported wine production processes through operation of specialized equipment for optimal results.
Starting Center Back and Defensive Leader
NCAA Division 2 Men's Soccer, Chico State
Chico, CA
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Led team to multiple conference playoffs and NCAA National Tournament qualification in 2023.
- Achieved CCAA All-Conference Honorable Mention Award in 2024.
- Balanced over 30 hours of weekly athletic commitments with strong academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05.2025
Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technology
Mission College
Santa Clara, CA12-2025
Accomplishments
• Earned an Athletic Scholarship for Chico State Men's Soccer Program 2024-2025
• Thomas Cambell Scholarship (MPC Fire Academy 2025)
• Thomas Cambell Scholarship (MPC Fire Academy 2025)
Timeline
Firefighter Academy
Monterrey Pennisula Fire Academy
08.2025 - 12.2025
Starting Center Back and Defensive Leader
NCAA Division 2 Men's Soccer, Chico State
01.2021 - 12.2024
Seasonal Operations Intern
Fernwood Cellars
10.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
California State University, Chico
Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technology
Mission College
Certification
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Fire Fighter 1 • Wildland Fire Fighter 1 • Hazardous Materials FRA/FRO •
• First Responder Operations - Pro Board • First Responder Operations-Decon •
• I-200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
• IS 100, IS 200, IS 700, IS 800
• L180
• S130, S190
• Fire Fighter 1 • Wildland Fire Fighter 1 • Hazardous Materials FRA/FRO •
• First Responder Operations - Pro Board • First Responder Operations-Decon •
• I-200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
• IS 100, IS 200, IS 700, IS 800
• L180
• S130, S190
Volunteer community service
- Youth Development, Euro Soccer Norcal Youth Training Camp, 2018, 2019, Coached and mentored youth ages 6-12, Developed and implemented safety protocols during activities, South Valley Community Church Youth Program, 2019, 2020, Led groups of 5-10 children in structured activities, Maintained safety oversight and emergency response readiness
- Community Events, Chico State Men's Soccer ID Camp, 2022-2024, Coordinated safety measures for large-scale athletic events, Gilroy Assistance League (GALS), Supported at-risk youth through community outreach, Gilroy Unified School District Booster Club, Organized and executed fundraising events
Leadership Experience
Starting Center Back and Defensive Leader, NCAA Division 2 Men's Soccer, Chico State, 2021-2024, Led defensive unit to NCAA National Tournament qualification (2023), Coordinated real-time defensive strategies during high-pressure matches, Qualified for League Playoffs all seasons through strategic team leadership, Balanced 30+ hours weekly of athletic commitment with academic excellence
References
References available upon request.
Training
- Fire Control 4A • Fire Control 3 • Fire Control 6 • Wildland Firefighter Safety and Survival Level 1 • Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue Technician • Confined Space Rescue Awareness • Fire Fighter Rescue and Rapid Intervention Crew Operations • Fire Fighter Survival • Rope Rescue Awareness/Operations •
Volunteer community service
2025-Morgan Hill Cops for Kids Foundation Golf Tournament Volenteer
2025- Pebble Beach Zombie Run Volenteer
2022-2024, Community Events, Chico State Men's Soccer ID Camp, Coordinated measures for athletic events,
2018-2019 Gilroy Assistance League (GALS), Supported at-risk youth through community outreach,
Gilroy Unified School District Booster Club, Helped run fundraising events efficiently.
2018, 2019, • Youth Development, Euro Soccer Norcal Youth Training Camp, Coached and mentored youth ages 6-12,
2019-2020,South Valley Community Church Youth Program, Led groups of 5-10 children in structured activities, maintained safety oversight and child engagement