Christopher Smith
Stockton,CA
Summary
Resilient Wildland Firefighter known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Strong in leadership, decision-making, and teamwork, bringing forth the ability to manage critical situations with calmness and clarity. Ready to contribute to safety and effectiveness in any task or role given.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Conservation Corpsmember
California Conservation Corps
Stockton, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Led and participated in trail maintenance and fire prevention projects, enhancing safety and environmental conservation
- Conducted comprehensive training for new firefighters, focusing on safety gear usage and wildfire containment techniques.
- Oversaw maintenance and operational readiness of firefighting equipment, ensuring team preparedness.
- Understanding of risk reduction techniques
- Participated in trail maintenance activities such as clearing brush, building structures, and installing signs.
- Set up fencing structures
- Constructed fire breaks and removed brush to support fire prevention and suppression goals.
- Maintained park grounds, cleaning up trash and debris.
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
- Provided medical aid to injured personnel at the scene of a wildfire incident.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations while adhering to safety protocols.
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using fire tools such as Pulaski's and chainsaws.
- Assisted in training new firefighters on proper use of safety gear and techniques for containing wildfires.
- Maintained and repaired firefighting equipment and tools to ensure operational readiness.
- Assisted in emergency medical operations and provided first aid as needed.
- Responded rapidly to emerging wildfires to protect lives, property, and natural resources.
- Utilized incident command systems and protocols during firefighting and emergency operations.
- Participated in rigorous physical training to maintain high levels of fitness and readiness.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Educated and trained new wildland firefighters in tactics, safety, and equipment use.
- Ensured proper functioning of vehicles through detailed inspections.
- Maintained compliance with organizational policies and safety procedures during transit.
- Transported and retrieved equipment and passengers to various destinations as a duty driver for the state of California.
- Dispatched to emergencies as a Type I CAL FIRE Hand Crew to perform duties in operations including but not
limited to initial attack fire suppression and hand line construction. - Performed hand crew duties including packing line gear including water, tools, food, and a variety of equipment.
- Use of drip torches and fusees for ignition of burn piles, fire operations, and during prescribed burning.
- Performed numerous fuel reduction projects during inactive/staffing patterns.
- Worked collaboratively with CAL FIRE Crews as a strike team to perform duties on various emergencies.
- Performed a variety of shift assignments, including 24-hour shifts, as assigned by overhead personnel while on emergency assignment. (Day and night operations trained).
- Completed mop-up and gridding, including the use of a backpack pump when hose lays are not available.
- Cut fireline, mop up hot spots, and support hose lays by using chainsaws and/or other hand tools to assist with wildland fire suppression.
- Monitored fire weather conditions using a handheld Kestrel weather kit.
- Operated a variety of chippers to reduce small trees and other vegetation into spreadable chips used to naturalize worksites.
- Conducted work to prepare control lines and serve as a holding crew during controlled burn and mop up hot spots, utilizing backpack pumps, chainsaws, and other hand tools to effectively control prescribed burns.
- Inspected, cleaned, and repaired chainsaws, and other tools and equipment.
- Adapted, improvised, and overcame precarious situations and used conflict resolution tactics to dissolve issues in the workplace.
General Laborer
PeopleReady Skilled Trades
Belgium, WI
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Executed subterranean direct current cable routing
- Completed installation and wiring of combiner units
- Gained hands-on experience installing underground AC wire.
- Created daily work plans and monitored the progress of crew members.
- Handled company transportation tasks efficiently
- Experienced in following safety guidelines
- Consistently achieved targets while putting in significant overtime hours
- Enhanced cooperative efforts within project groups
- Adept at handling tasks under extreme weather conditions
- Provided guidance and instruction to new employees on proper safety practices.
- Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and schematics.
- Engaged in trenching operations
Locksmith Apprentice
Percival Locksmith
Bakersfield, CA
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Diagnosed and fixed lock issues
- Executed complex tasks related to the programming of vehicle ignitions.
- Maintain understanding through effective dialogue with the customer.
- Identify customer needs and match them with appropriate items.
- Maintained strict compliance with driving safety standards
- Flexibility to work overtime and travel as needed
- Provided emergency lockout services to residential customers requiring assistance gaining access to their homes or offices.
- Assisted senior locksmiths in installing master key systems for large commercial clients.
- Maintained inventory of keys, lock parts, tools, and supplies.
- Repaired damaged locks by replacing worn tumblers, springs, and other components.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication of locking mechanisms using graphite powder or other lubricants.
- Programmed transponder chips for automotive vehicles using specialized diagnostic equipment.
- Operated tools and devices to open locks when no key was available.
- Cut new keys and duplicated existing ones by using key cutting machines.
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
Bakersfield, CA
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided customer service support to ensure satisfaction.
- Received, processed, and stocked merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Operated cash register to process customer payments accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured that all food products were prepared fresh daily and stored properly.
- Provided quality customer service by adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Monitored kitchen equipment such as fryers and ovens to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Trained new employees on job duties and safe operation of kitchen equipment.
- Maintained neat, well-groomed appearance, impeccable personal hygiene, hair restraint, and minimal jewelry to meet company standards.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technology
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CACertificate of Completion in Automotive Technology -
Regional Occupational Center
Bakersfield, CA05.2020
High school diploma -
Stockdale High School
Bakersfield, CA05.2020
Skills
- Chainsaw Operation
- First responder experience
- Emergency Response
- First-aid and CPR
- Wildfire suppression
- Jobsite Safety
Timeline
Conservation Corpsmember
California Conservation Corps
10.2023 - Current
General Laborer
PeopleReady Skilled Trades
02.2023 - 07.2023
Locksmith Apprentice
Percival Locksmith
07.2022 - 02.2023
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
10.2020 - 07.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technology
Bakersfield College
Certificate of Completion in Automotive Technology -
Regional Occupational Center
High school diploma -
Stockdale High School