Derik Gallegos
Rio Rancho
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new/hard challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I work effectively and quickly mastering new skills. I am part of my Fire departments heavy technical rescue team and we do standby rescue operations at your facility.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction and landscaping
Mileas Construction
Rio Rancho
04.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to execute construction tasks, contributing to project timelines.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment for all crew members.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate daily project activities.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring operational safety and reliability on site.
- Collaborated with supervisors to assess project needs and optimize resource allocation.
Fire Fighter/EMT-Basic
Rio Rancho Fire Rescue
Rio Rancho
10.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly to emergency calls and fire situations.
- Collaborated with team members to devise response strategies that enhanced operational readiness.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during rescue operations.
- Assisted in training new recruits on firefighting techniques and safety measures.
- Conducted fire inspections and enforced safety compliance protocols to minimize hazards.
- Participated in physical fitness training to ensure optimal performance during emergency responses.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Serviced and cleaned fire apparatus to ensure operational readiness.
Sport nutrition
Unleashed sports nutrition
Rio Rancho
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Educated customers on nutrition and supplement options.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Executed daily operational tasks with precision in a fast-paced environment.
Mechanical work intern- Plumbing, heating, electic
Dave’s Mechanical
Taos
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with team members to diagnose mechanical issues and develop effective solutions.
- Assisted technicians in completing routine maintenance and repairs on machinery.
- Streamlined organization and maintenance of tools and equipment, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Fostered positive working relationships with staff and management, contributing to a cohesive team environment.
Education
Confined Space Technician - Confined Space
Rescue 3
03.2026 - 04.2026
Rope Operation Technician - Rope Operation
Rescue 3
10.2025 - 11.2025
EMT-Basic - EMT
UNM
02.2024 - 04.2024
Cleveland High School
Rio Rancho, NMSkills
- Confined space technician
- Rope technician
- Tower rescue technician
- Boat operator technician
- machinery operation
- Site management
- Labor work
- Safety protocol adherence
- Firefighting techniques
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Time management
- Effective communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Confined Space Technician - Confined Space
Rescue 3
03.2026 - 04.2026
Rope Operation Technician - Rope Operation
Rescue 3
10.2025 - 11.2025
Construction and landscaping
Mileas Construction
04.2025 - Current
EMT-Basic - EMT
UNM
02.2024 - 04.2024
Fire Fighter/EMT-Basic
Rio Rancho Fire Rescue
10.2023 - Current
Sport nutrition
Unleashed sports nutrition
06.2023 - 10.2024
Mechanical work intern- Plumbing, heating, electic
Dave’s Mechanical
08.2021 - 06.2023
Cleveland High School