Dalton Landrum
Yreka
Summary
Aspiring Firefighter with a robust foundation in structural and wildland firefighting, technical rescue, and emergency medical response. Proven leadership as a Squad Captain and community event coordinator. Skilled in mechanical diagnostics and heavy equipment operations with a commitment to maintaining peak operational readiness and public safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Yreka Fire Department
Yreka, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Respond to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical aid, and vehicle accidents.
- Benefit Dinner Lead (2025): Managed logistics, community outreach, and fundraising efforts for the department's annual benefit.
Academy Cadet / Squad Captain
College of the Siskiyous Fire Academy
Weed, CA
01.2025 - 04.2026
- Served as Squad Captain, overseeing team safety, accountability, and coordination during live-fire structural and wildland drills.
- Mastered advanced fire suppression tactics, search and rescue, and hazardous materials response.
Heavy Line Technician
Yreka Motors
Yreka, CA
04.2023 - 10.2025
- Performed large-scale mechanical repairs and overhauls on both Diesel and Gasoline engines.
- Applied advanced diagnostics (Ford Electrical School) to maintain and repair complex electrical and mechanical systems.
- Managed full-system maintenance to ensure vehicle safety and long-term operational reliability.
Parts Specialist
Baxter Auto Parts
Yreka, CA
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed inventory and assisted customers with technical automotive components; developed strong communication and organizational skills.
Ground Support Driver (Wildland Operations)
Landrum’s
Montague, CA
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided critical logistical and ground support on multiple large-scale wildland fire incidents.
- Operated safely within active fire environments, applying knowledge of fire behavior (S-130/S-190).
Welder/Helper
R&L Welding
Salinas, CA
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed structural fabrication and precision welding; expert in the use of specialized hand and power tools.
Laborer
Meek and Jones
Yreka, CA
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Engaged in diverse labor tasks requiring physical stamina, teamwork, and the safe operation of equipment.
Education
No Degree - Fire Fighter
College Of The Siskiyous
Weed, CA04-2026
High School Diploma -
Yreka Union High School
Yreka, CA06-2020
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Fitness and agility
- Vehicle extrication
- Firefighting
- Leadership and supervision
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Community relations
Certification
- State Fire Training (CSFM Approved): Fire Fighter 1, Fire Control 3, Fire Control 4a, Fire Fighter Survival, Confined Space Rescue Awareness.
- Wildland Fire (NWCG): Wildland Fire fighter 1, S-130, S-131, S-190, S-110, L-180.
- Specialized Rescue: Passenger Vehicle Rescue Technician, Fire Ground Survival (IAF), Swift Water Operations Awareness.
- Incident Command (FEMA): IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800.
- Medical: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Title 22, CPR Certified.
Timeline
Academy Cadet / Squad Captain
College of the Siskiyous Fire Academy
01.2025 - 04.2026
Firefighter
Yreka Fire Department
10.2023 - Current
Heavy Line Technician
Yreka Motors
04.2023 - 10.2025
Parts Specialist
Baxter Auto Parts
01.2022 - 04.2023
Ground Support Driver (Wildland Operations)
Landrum’s
09.2021 - 11.2022
Welder/Helper
R&L Welding
03.2020 - 05.2021
Laborer
Meek and Jones
06.2019 - 03.2020
No Degree - Fire Fighter
College Of The Siskiyous
High School Diploma -
Yreka Union High School