DAVID CASTILLO
Caruthers,CA
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Ability to work collaboratively within diverse teams while maintaining a strong focus on safety and operational efficiency. I am eager to return to the field and leverage my expertise in wildland fire management and public safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LANDSCAPING CREW MEMBER
BrightView Landscape
Fresno, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Performed basic maintenance on landscaping related equipment to keep tools operational
- Safely operate landscaping tools, such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, chainsaws etc.
- Work collaboratory with team members to complete tasks efficiently and effectively
FIREFIGHTER
The Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Tulare, CA
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Responding to wild land and structural fires to contain and extinguish flames
- Responding to emergency incidents, including medical emergencies hazards materials incidents, and natural disasters
- Providing first aid and emergency medical services as needed
- Participating in ongoing training and drills to maintain and enhance firefighting skills
- Conducting routine inspections and maintenance of firefighting equipment and tools
FIRE TECHNICIAN
The US Forest Service
Georgetown, CA
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Actively engage in the suppression of wild land fires using hand tools
- Construct fire lines by digging and clearing vegetation to control the spread of fire
- Participate in prescribed burns and fuel management projects to reduce fire hazards
- Operate and maintain firefighting tools and equipment, including chainsaws, pulaskis, shovels and drip torches
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Wildland Fire Academy
Porterville College
Porterville, CA05.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Caruthers High School
Caruthers, CA06.2018
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Organizational Skills
- Communication
Certification
Cal Fire Basic
Wildland Fire Fighter Safety and Survival Level 1
Fire Fighter Survival
Confined Space Awareness
First Responders Operations
FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800
S-190 S-130 L-180 L-280
CPR / AED
Cal Fire PSFA
Cal Fire C-212 (level A)
Timeline
LANDSCAPING CREW MEMBER
BrightView Landscape
05.2024 - Current
FIREFIGHTER
The Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
06.2023 - 02.2024
FIRE TECHNICIAN
The US Forest Service
05.2022 - 12.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Wildland Fire Academy
Porterville College
High School Diploma - undefined
Caruthers High School