Derek Barstow
Kalispell,MT
Summary
I am a certified Emergency Medical Technician with a strong work ethic, excellent problem solving skills, and drive to enhance my professional career in healthcare as part of a team. I thrive in fast-paced environments, have exemplary stress management skills, and am able to operate and communicate clearly in chaotic situations. I possess professional certifications in CPR/AED, BLS, wildland firefighting, and I am proficient in radio communication, teamwork, and various mechanical tools and equipment. I am consistent, organized, professional, and have exceptional intrapersonal skills. I am eager to begin and start my professional career giving proper and compassionate patient care, learning firefighting duties, techniques, and procedures while being part of an amazing team helping serve the community I call home.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Groundsman
Hitchcock Tree Removal
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Assisted in tree removal, trimming, and property maintenance operations in residential and commercial properties
- Operated and maintained landscaping and tree service equipment and gear
- Hazard assessment of various trees and material
- Daily inventory and equipment checks on all work vehicles
- Conducting traffic and work zone safety
- Demonstrated reliability and the ability to adapt according to demanding outdoor conditions and challenging environments
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Floor Installer
Keri Wood Floors
06.2020 - 08.2024
- Install and finish a variety of flooring materials, including hardwood, pre-finished, engineered, laminate, and LVP flooring in residential and commercial settings.
- Interpret project specifications
- Operate specialized tools and equipment for install
- Manage multiple employees and workplace proficiency
- Work with clients and contractors to ensure project efficiency is being met while maintaining workplace safety and procedures
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, physical endurance, teamwork, and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced, physically demanding conditions
Type 2 Hand Crew
Wildland Fire Specialists
03.2014 - 12.2016
- Assisted crew members in various tree thinning jobs, wildfire mop-up and cleanup operations, hose lays and constructing firelines
- Operated and maintained personal chainsaws and gear
- Daily inventory of all work equipment in and throughout work vehicles
- Participated in daily safety and operation briefs
- Conducted prescribed burning of slash/ landing piles in timber units and clean-up of burned units
- Demonstrated reliability and communication, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions under stressful and challenging environments
Education
High School Diploma -
Glacier High School
KalispellSkills
- Skilled with chainsaws
- Basic carpentry
- First aid certified
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Fitness and agility
- Communication
Certification
- EMT-B - (Certified Jan 2026- Expires Mar. 2028)
- CPR/AED (Certified May 2025)
- CPAT (Completed February 2026)
Timeline
Groundsman
Hitchcock Tree Removal
08.2024 - 06.2026
Floor Installer
Keri Wood Floors
06.2020 - 08.2024
Type 2 Hand Crew
Wildland Fire Specialists
03.2014 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Glacier High School