Casey Caughlin
Boise,ID
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
High Reach Forklift Operator
Western Powersports
Boise, ID
07.2025 - Current
- Operated high reach forklifts to efficiently move and organize inventory.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Trained new employees on proper forklift operation and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with warehouse team to optimize storage space and workflow efficiency.
Arborist Supervisor
Flying V Tree
Nampa, ID
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
- Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
- Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
- Demonstrated tree-health science experience by delivering fact-based solutions to specific arboricultural concerns.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Helicopter Crew Chief
Columbia Helicopters
Afghanistan
04.2018 - 05.2021
- General maintenance and daily preflight inspections of Boeing 234 and 107
- Supervising and performing long line, vehicle and troop movement missions in a war zone.
- Supervising fire arm training and daily armory inspections.
- Mental and physical stability for myself and others for extended tours in a warzone.
- Maintaining a high level of situational awareness and attention to safety.
Wildland Firefighter
BLM And US Forest Service
Boise, ID
06.2007 - 10.2017
- 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.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Education
Garden Valley High School
Garden Valley, ID05.2007
Skills
- Physical and mental fortitude for long shifts
- Natural leader and team member
- Fast and eager learner
- Friendly and good customer service
- Self reliance and problem solving
- General technical skills
Timeline
High Reach Forklift Operator
Western Powersports
07.2025 - Current
Arborist Supervisor
Flying V Tree
05.2021 - 06.2024
Helicopter Crew Chief
Columbia Helicopters
04.2018 - 05.2021
Wildland Firefighter
BLM And US Forest Service
06.2007 - 10.2017
Garden Valley High School