Colby Morian
Carson City,NV
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Firefighter
USDA Forest Service Engine (HTF- 315)
Carson City, NV
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinating daily and weekly trainings
- FFT1 and ICT 5 tasks such as; ensuring firefighters are prepared for the fireline, training firefighters, crew briefings, and assisting in administrative duties for the engine
- Responsible for daily maintenance checks of all tools, equipment, and the engine (including pumps)
- Collaborated with local communities to enhance wildfire prevention strategies.
- Assessed fire conditions and provided real-time information to command staff.
- Coordinated with other agencies for response to major emergencies.
Ski Patrol Dispatcher/ Ski Patroller
Heavenly Ski Patrol
South Lake Tahoe, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Managed radio communications to ensure timely dispatch of medical assistance.
- Documented incident reports and maintained accurate records of activities.
- Assisted in high-angle rope rescues.
- High-angle rope rescue.
- Dispatch and resource management.
- EMS in extreme and strenuous circumstances.
- Avalanche rescue.
Firefighter
USDA Forest Service Engine (HTF- 315)
Carson City, NV
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Responsible for knowing basic fire operations such as; progressive hose lays, hand line construction, tool and chainsaw maintenance, basic pump operations, and daily log keeping
- Station maintenance and cleaning
- Uphold a high professional standard
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Participated in community education programs to promote fire safety awareness and prevention.
- Maintained equipment readiness through regular inspections, repairs, and servicing procedures.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
Security Officer
Clear Creek
Carson City, NV
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Public safety
- Traffic enforcement
- Organizing and coordinating construction crew work times
- Mail sorting and handling
- Snow removal
Busser/Host/Server
Clear Creek- Summit Camp
Carson City, NV
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Seating tables
- Taking orders
- Guest service
- Cleaning and maintenance of the pool/restaurant area
Busser/Host/Food Runner
Overland Restaurant
Gardnerville, NV
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Learned to be punctual and reliable
- Learned the importance of professionalism
- Learned to have a good work ethic
- Guest service
- Clearing tables
- Running food to tables
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Technology, Fire Suppression
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV12.2025
Advanced diploma -
Douglas High School
Minden, NV06.2023
Skills
- EMT Basic
- EMT Advanced (In Progress)
- NWCG Basic 40 (IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, L-180, S-110, S-130, S-190)
- S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws
- A-219 Helicopter Transport Of External Cargo
- S-270 Basic Air Operations
- S-271 Helicopter Crew Member
- S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
- S-131 Advanced Firefighter
- NFPA 470 Online Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations
- Incident Commander Type 5
- Firefighter Type 1 (Wildland)
References
- Johnny Carl, Supervisor HTF Engine 315, johnny.carl@usda.gov, (530)545-3923
- Karson Geisinger, Battalion Chief HTF, karson.geisinger@usda.gov, (775)846-2882
- Ryan McPartland, Assis. Director Heavenly Ski Patrol, RMcPartland@vailresorts.com, (530)318-7779
- Cindy McGee, Head of Clear Creek Security, cmcgee@clearcreektahoe.com, (775)230-6161
Timeline
Senior Firefighter
USDA Forest Service Engine (HTF- 315)
12.2025 - Current
Ski Patrol Dispatcher/ Ski Patroller
Heavenly Ski Patrol
12.2024 - Current
Firefighter
USDA Forest Service Engine (HTF- 315)
04.2024 - 10.2025
Security Officer
Clear Creek
09.2023 - 04.2024
Busser/Host/Server
Clear Creek- Summit Camp
06.2023 - 09.2023
Busser/Host/Food Runner
Overland Restaurant
06.2020 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Technology, Fire Suppression
Truckee Meadows Community College
Advanced diploma -
Douglas High School