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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Christian I. Rivas

Duarte,CA

Summary

I am seeking a position within the line of hard work to establish a rewarding career through hard work, dedication, and the willingness to learn all that is needed to effectively work as a team member. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Mobility Member /Lift Team Technician

Glendale Adventist Medical Hospital
Glendale, California
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Executed code blue protocols efficiently to address clinical emergencies.
  • Monitored vital signs and stabilized patients during transport to critical care units.
  • Transported patients to required units, including ICU and CT scan, ensuring safety.
  • Assisted nursing staff in repositioning heavy patients and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Supported patient daily routines, facilitating transitions from bed to chair.
  • Collaborated with respiratory technicians to deliver basic life support through compressions.
  • Utilized Hoyer lifts, electric, and manual hydraulic lifts for safe patient transfers across various settings.

Supervisor Stuart McLean is okay to contact at (480) 406-4945.

EMT (Field training officer)

Alltown ambulance / Alltown Medical transportation
Van Nuys, CA
01.2019 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated medical transportation for emergency and non-emergency cases.
  • Trained all new drivers and EMTs as field training officer.
  • Discharged patients from hospitals to designated destinations, monitoring vital signs and reporting findings.
  • Conducted daily inspections, submitting comprehensive reports at end of shift.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.

Supervisor Miguel S. OK to contact (323) 899-7074.

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

Crystal Medical Transportation
North Hollywood, CA
04.2018 - 10.2018
  • Transported critical patients on gurneys from hospitals, homes, and dialysis centers.
  • Administered oxygen when required to maintain patient stability.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs during transport.
  • Recorded drop-off and pick-up times in daily logs.
  • Conducted routine inspections of rigs, supplies, and oxygen tanks.
  • Cleaned and disinfected rigs after each use.

Supervisor Rudy Escobar ok to contact (213) 290-7830

Type 3 Firefighter

U.S Forest service
Corona, CA
04.2016 - 11.2017
  • 365 days, 2 fire seasons, as a seasonal firefighter type 3 on Engine 320.
  • Engaged in fire suppression operations, including initial attack, mop-up, and tool line using MacLeod, Pulaski, and chainsaw.
  • A firefighter off an engine who engaged in hose lays and burnout operations.
  • Conducted regular maintenance on fire engines, mowers, chainsaws, and hand tools.
  • Performed patrolling duties and structure protection to mitigate fire impact.
  • Completed daily chores at fire station to maintain operational readiness.
  • Responded to wildfires and hazardous incidents.
  • Performed routine maintenance on firefighting apparatus and gear.
  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers.
  • Responded to vehicle fires.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.

Supervisor Federico Aviakan is okay to contact at (310) 738-2107.

Type 1 firefighter / Cal fire

California Conservation Corps
Camarillo, CA
08.2014 - 04.2015
  • 365 days, 2 fire seasons, Firefighter type 1 hand crew.
  • partnership with CAL FIRE.
  • Engaged in emergency response readiness for local and statewide incidents.
  • Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
  • Participated in fire suppression operations, including Initial Attack, Indirect Attack, and Mop-Up.
  • Maintained chainsaws and all firefighting tools in optimal working condition.
  • Conducted inventory of parts, ensuring full stocking of equipment and fire truck rig.
  • Executed wildland fire reduction projects as part of daily responsibilities at CCC.
  • Operated Macleod tools and transitioned to using a Pulaski and sawyer tools.
  • Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.

Supervisor Captain Art Gonzalez is okay to contact at (818) 425-0626.

Forestry Technician / Conservation Corpsmember

CCC / corpsmember
LOS PADRES, CA
11.2013 - 08.2014
  • Constructed and maintained multiple trails to enhance public access in Limekiln Canyon.
  • Executed rock work, including walls and check steps, to ensure visitor safety.
  • Performed hazardous tree removal, significantly reducing risks for public safety.
  • Trained junior technicians in best practices for machine operation and repair.
  • Utilized Grip Hoist for efficient transport of heavy rocks across job site.
  • Drilled into rocks and utilized boulder buster for effective rock splitting.

Supervisor Kiva Virgil is okay to contact at (805) 602-7918.

Construction

Building Up Inc.
01.2007 - 12.2013
  • Executed roofing and framing tasks to ensure structural integrity.
    Performed cement work and foundation installation to enhance durability.
    Completed painting projects to improve aesthetic appeal of properties.
    Conducted maintenance activities to uphold quality standards and prevent deterioration.

Education

Pasadena City College -

Pasadena City College
08.2025

High school diploma -

John Muir Charter School
01.2014

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Patient care and support
  • Emergency response
  • Physical stamina
  • Patient handling techniques
  • Vital signs assessment
  • Equipment operation and maintenance
  • Power tools operation
  • Forklift operation
  • Time management

Certification

  • BLS
  • Incident Qualification Card (Red Card)
  • ICS-100 Introduction to Incident Command
  • S-110 Basic Firefighter Wildland Orientation
  • S-130 Firefighter Training
  • L-180 Human Factors on the Fire line, 08/21/14
  • S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
  • Class A Sawyer
  • S 212 chainsaw
  • Confined Space Rescue Awareness
  • Fire Crew Firefighter 64 hour
  • Emergency Medical Technician-Basic 162 hours
  • RT-130 Fire Refresher
  • Emergency Management Institute-FEMA IS-007
  • Chainsaw Operator
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Conservation Awareness
  • Emergency Flood Fighter
  • Injury Heat Illness Prevention
  • Hazardous Material

References

  • CAL FIRE Captain, Enrique Ornelas, (805) 979-6850
  • CCC, Devin Murray, (805) 602-7918
  • Superior Manager, Hugo, (323) 223-3878

Timeline

Patient Mobility Member /Lift Team Technician

Glendale Adventist Medical Hospital
01.2025 - 08.2025

EMT (Field training officer)

Alltown ambulance / Alltown Medical transportation
01.2019 - 05.2024

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

Crystal Medical Transportation
04.2018 - 10.2018

Type 3 Firefighter

U.S Forest service
04.2016 - 11.2017

Type 1 firefighter / Cal fire

California Conservation Corps
08.2014 - 04.2015

Forestry Technician / Conservation Corpsmember

CCC / corpsmember
11.2013 - 08.2014

Construction

Building Up Inc.
01.2007 - 12.2013

Pasadena City College -

Pasadena City College

High school diploma -

John Muir Charter School