Chad Bray
Firefighter 2
Salinas,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate with a 1000+ hours of fire line experience; successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Will work hard to maintain any full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
Cal Marine
Salinas , CA
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Firefighter 1
Cal Fire SCU
San Jose, California
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Boatyard Technician
Monterey Bay BoatWorks
Monterey , CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
Pump Technician
Industrial Pump Shop
Salinas, CA
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Adapted daily tasks to match staff skill levels and weather conditions, consistently maintaining safety and efficiency standards.
- Monitored gauges and flowmeters and inspected equipment to verify tank levels, temperatures and pressures remained at specified levels, reporting abnormalities as necessary.
- Stayed calm and focused in emergency situations to provide efficient fixes for diverse mechanical problems.
- Operated and lubricated tools to protect durability and functionality.
- Kept shop workspaces and various fieldwork locations clean and organized for maximum productivity.
- Maintained safe and accurate pump levels and closely watched pump gauges.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Installer Service Specialist
Quality Water Enterprises
Salinas, CA
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
- Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Inspected installations to check for functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Fixed broken systems with specialized tools and educated customers on proper use to prevent future mishaps.
- Supported customer satisfaction, providing detailed instructions and demonstrations on proper system operation.
- Assisted with system design and layout to optimize installations and continuous performance.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
Hand Crew Fire Fighter “1st Saw”
Cal Fire RRU Cc#35
Yucaipa, CA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Educated new crew members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Trained new sawyers with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Operated fire hoses to eliminate fire and prevent hot spots from spreading.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of chainsaws and fire tools.
- Maintained chainsaws with proper cleaning, including sharpening chains, and other engine services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Salinas High School
Salinas, CA 05.2002 - 05.2006
No Degree - Administration Of Justice
Hartnell College
Salinas, CANo Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CASkills
First Aid and CPR
undefinedCertification
CPR BLS
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
Cal Marine
08.2024 - 11.2024
Firefighter 1
Cal Fire SCU
04.2024 - 07.2024
Boatyard Technician
Monterey Bay BoatWorks
01.2022 - 01.2023
CPR BLS
10-2021
Installer Service Specialist
Quality Water Enterprises
04.2021 - 12.2021
Pump Technician
Industrial Pump Shop
02.2021 - 04.2021
Hand Crew Fire Fighter “1st Saw”
Cal Fire RRU Cc#35
01.2020 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Salinas High School
05.2002 - 05.2006
No Degree - Administration Of Justice
Hartnell College
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Monterey Peninsula College
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