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Christian Ayala

Ventura,CA

Summary

With my given experience and education, my goal is to earn the opportunity at a position as a Firefighter Trainee for the Ventura County Fire Department.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Control Worker

Ventura County Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
  • Reduced workplace accidents with thorough safety training and regular equipment maintenance.
  • Maintain department facilities and equipment up to department and crew expectations.
  • Perform maintenance and minor vehicle service and repair on fire department vehicles.
  • Maintain a high level of physical fitness and operational readiness in anticipation of responding to vegetation fires, brush fires as well as support to engine companies and performing community service.
  • Practice safe fire suppression techniques in high intensity circumstances using hand tools such as chainsaws, pulaskis, chingaderas, mcclouds and pullers tools.
  • Participate in burning operations using firing techniques with tools such as drip torches, fusees and terra torches.
  • Operate department equipment and vehicles both on and off road while safely transporting both various pieces of equipment as well as crew members.
  • Conduct myself in a respectful, cleanly manner both within and outside of department facilities.

Laborer

TracTide Marine Corporation
11.2020 - 04.2022
  • Duties include maintaining the integrity of fuel tanks and fuel lines within the designated work area as well as assistance with ship fueling, boat maintenance and ensuring that tug boats and under dock pipe lines remain in a state of operational readiness.
  • I was also responsible for dealing with the containment and disposal of diesel and other hazardous materials in the case of a spill where I would safely isolate and deny entry to incident areas.
  • Other duties included conducting regular tests of hard suction hoses as well as maintaining the integrity of couplings and gaskets.

Busser

Wood Ranch BBQ
09.2019 - 11.2020
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
  • Assisted servers in providing efficient service for improved guest experiences.
  • Ensured timely food delivery by promptly bringing out dishes from the kitchen.
  • Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.
  • Supported team members with additional tasks, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail when setting tables according to restaurant standards.
  • Anticipated server needs, proactively refilling water glasses and removing empty plates from tables.

Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator

Bobs Backhoe & Trucking
11.2018 - 10.2019
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Enhanced project timelines by collaborating effectively with team members on various tasks.
  • Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
  • Ensured safety compliance through regular inspection of tools and equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Streamlined inventory management with proper organization and storage of tools, materials, and supplies.
  • Bolstered team morale with a positive attitude and willingness to help others when needed.
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

Education

No Degree - Economics

Ventura College
Ventura, CA

No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology

Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Buena High School
Ventura, CA
06.2019

Skills

  • Coachable
  • Knowledge of fire suppression techniques in a wildland setting
  • High physical fitness
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Ability to work affectively as a member of a team
  • Knowledge of hand tool use
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Loading and Unloading Procedures
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail

Certification

  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • California Firefighter Driving Endorsement
  • Wildland Firefighter Type 1 Trainee (in progress)
  • Firefighter Type 2, ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800, L-180, S-130, S-131, S-190, S-200, S-211, S-212, S-215,S-219, S-230, S-231

Timeline

Fire Control Worker

Ventura County Fire Department
05.2022 - Current

Laborer

TracTide Marine Corporation
11.2020 - 04.2022

Busser

Wood Ranch BBQ
09.2019 - 11.2020

Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator

Bobs Backhoe & Trucking
11.2018 - 10.2019

No Degree - Economics

Ventura College

No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology

Oxnard College

High School Diploma -

Buena High School
Christian Ayala