Charles Ruiz
Summary
Experienced fire and rescue professional with background in emergency response and fire suppression techniques. Proven ability to handle critical situations and deliver effective solutions. Known for strong teamwork, reliability, and adaptability to changing circumstances. Skilled in hazard assessment and first aid.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter 1 Wildland
CalFire AEU
06.2020 - Current
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or hand tools.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels.
- Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
Swamper
South Tahoe Refuse Co.
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Mitigated potential hazards at worksites using proactive risk assessments before commencing any tasks or activities.
- Implemented effective time management strategies, enabling successful completion of daily tasks within tight deadlines.
- Contributed to team success by providing backup support for other routes as needed during peak periods or employee absences.
- Consistently met company performance standards for speed, accuracy, and professionalism in all aspects of waste collection services provided to customers.
- Assisted with the training of new team members, ensuring proper waste disposal techniques and adherence to company policies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fire Science
Lake Tahoe Community College
College Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA 9615001-2022
Skills
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking Under Stress
- Attention To Detail
- Leadership
- Hazard Management
Certification
- Firefighter Basic
- CPR/AED
- Vehicle Extraction
- Confined Space Rescue Awareness
- Firefighter Survival
- Hazardous Materials First Responder Level.
- Ice Rescue
- ICS 100,200,700,800
- L-180
- S130
- S190
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Firefighter 1 Wildland
CalFire AEU
06.2020 - Current
Swamper
South Tahoe Refuse Co.
06.2020 - 06.2022
Associate of Arts - Fire Science
Lake Tahoe Community College