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Christopher Solorzano

Redlands,CA

Summary

Seasoned Fire Engine Operator with extensive experience in wildland fire suppression and station management for the U.S. Forest Service - San Bernardino N.F. Notable achievements include enhanced crew training and improved safety protocols, supported by strong problem-solving and organizational abilities. Proficient in Class B commercial driving, with a proven capacity to adapt quickly to new challenges and contribute effectively to team objectives. Dedicated to leveraging communication skills and a strong work ethic to support organizational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Primary Caregiver

N/A
Redlands, CA
12.2018 - Current
  • Provided a safe environment for my children to grow, explore, and express interest.
  • Implemented and led learning activities for children to follow and complete.
  • Set goals for children to achieve their milestones in personal growth.
  • Ensured that homework and class projects were completed accurately and on time.
  • Maintained household equipment such as kitchen and laundry appliances, water heater, lawn equipment, internet equipment, etc.
  • Managed vehicle maintenance, registration, and mileage.
  • Developed plans, installed a lawn irrigation system, laid sod, and constructed an equipment shed.

Fire Engine Operator

U.S. Forest Service - San Bernardino N.F.
Running Springs, CA
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Supervise and train the crew in safe practices and tactics in wildland fire suppression and station projects.
  • Using best judgment as Incident Commander, I exercised trained, decisive thinking to implement the proper and safe tactics for evolving situations.
  • Manage the fire station and crew with daily operations while maintaining proper staffing levels per equipment (engine, water tender) needs and agency policy.
  • Coordinate cross-training with local departments to expand personnel knowledge for safe, efficient job completion.
  • Administrative work including maintaining knowledge of Agency policies, purchase order reconciliation, ordering station/equipment supplies, and maintaining communication with supervisors, fire stations, and respective agencies.
  • Manage the District Fire Hose Coupling Program.

Assistant Fire Engine Operator

U.S. Forest Service - San Bernardino N.F.
Mentone, CA
01.2016 - 08.2018
  • Drive to and from emergency incidents as a Class B licensed driver, with consideration for the safety of the crew, the public, and the equipment.
  • Understand pump, valve, and hydraulic operations for water distribution required in fire suppression and equipment fill-up using a fire engine, water tender, or portable pump.
  • Maintain fire station/crew in compliance with OSHA and Agency requirements; manage personnel certification/licensing, Safety Data Sheet log, proper chemical storage, and placard identification, etc.
  • Administrative work including maintaining daily operations log, crew time sheets, crew training folders, vehicle mileage log for cost analysis, etc.

Lead Firefighter

U.S. Forest Service San Bernardino N.F.
Skyforest, CA
05.2007 - 01.2016
  • Assisted in creating a suppression perimeter around an active wildland fire using specialized equipment: fire hose, chainsaws, hand tools, radios, flagging for route markers, etc.
  • Continued training to maintain proficiency, expand knowledge of the position, and further one's career.
  • Trained in working with and around specialized equipment: fire engine, water tender, helicopter, portable pumps, dozers, etc.
  • Monthly inspection of all equipment: vehicles, pumps, fire extinguishers, air compressors, etc.
  • Trained in topographic map reading.

Education

High School Diploma -

Redlands East Valley High School
Redlands, CA
06-2005

Skills

  • Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement
  • Planning
  • Self-Directed
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Organization and time management
  • General building maintenance and repair
  • Knowledge and use of power tools
  • Computer skills
  • Data entry

Certification

  • Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement
  • S-211 Portable Pumps and Water Use
  • N9008 Hazardous Materials

Timeline

Primary Caregiver

N/A
12.2018 - Current

Fire Engine Operator

U.S. Forest Service - San Bernardino N.F.
08.2018 - 12.2018

Assistant Fire Engine Operator

U.S. Forest Service - San Bernardino N.F.
01.2016 - 08.2018

Lead Firefighter

U.S. Forest Service San Bernardino N.F.
05.2007 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Redlands East Valley High School

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