DEVEN WALTER
Missoula,MT
Summary
- Active DOD SECRET/ Security Clearance
- Experienced in teaching and mentoring personnel in classroom and field environments.
- Risk Management and Quality Control experience in the most hazardous of conditions
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Skilled and excel while working as a team member in all capacities.
- Always maintains a high level of physical fitness.
- Demonstrated consistent leadership of subordinates as well as peers. Experienced at providing sound advice to commanding officers and senior-level leadership. Excelled at working in a joint service atmosphere, especially with allied nations. Known for accomplishing the mission in the most proficient means while ensuring the safest conditions possible. Highly capable parachute rigger experienced working in challenging environments. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments. Willing to take on any task in support of the team's success. Excited about the opportunity to take the next step in a career in wildland firefighting.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Engine Crewmember - Forestry Techinition - GS-0456
Lolo National Forest, Missoula Ranger District
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Crew member on a type VI engine which allowed me to learn the basic elements of how to suppress fire as well as land management through thinning projects.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Senior Parachute Rigger
United States Marine Corps
06.2013 - 12.2023
- Through my military service I acquired and strengthened skills such as leadership, teamwork, attention to detail, dependability and communication.
- Deployed with 2nd Marine Battalion in support of Operation Inherit Resolve, assisting in the training of Jordanian military units
- Deployed with 3rd Marine Raider Battalion to Germany and Northern Africa. Served as the lead parachute rigger for the Battalion.
- Deployed with the 31st MEU to Thailand, Korea, Philippines, Australia and Guam. Preformed duties as the leas parachute rigger and parachute safety officer.
- Deployed with Combat Logistics Battalion 5 to Darwin, Australia. Preformed duties as the lead parachute rigger and parachute safety officer.
- Organized and maintained records of team training and health requirements.
- Repaired and tested oxygen delivery systems and regulators.
- Fabricating and assembling airdrop platforms, cushioning materials, and rigging components. Responsible for understanding the tensile of fabrics as well as keen sense of awarness regarding the hardware, webbing, regulations, sewing, packing, repair and maintenance of parachutes an survival equipment.
- Loading an securing supplies in aircraft
- Conducting before and after tests and inspections
- Performing parachute repack as well as corrective maintenance on all airdrop equipemnt.
- Evaluating proposed landing zones or drop zones in order to support the planning and execution of airborne operation
- Extensive, realistic, high stress training in trauma medical care using equipment such as tourniquets, H bandages, clotting agents, z folds and multiple litter techniques.
- Programmed and utilized radios for communication including medical emergency lines.
- Gained proficiency in day and night land navigation utilizing map, compass and GPS tools.
- Experience leading platoon sized elements of 15 to 20 Maries in combat training field excercises and live-fire ranges.
Education
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer Course -
01.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Chaparral High School
01.2013
Militaryawards
- Meritorious Unit Citation
- Global War on Terrorism medal
- Global War on Terrorism expeditionary medal
- Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense medal
- Overseas deployment medal
References
- Jacob Maughn, jacobmaughan@usda.gov, 4358622680
- Max Harrison, max.harrison@usda.gov
Training
- School of Infantry, MOS Rifleman, 2013
- Parachute Rigger School, MOS Air Delivery Specialist, 2014
- Marine Corps University leadership academies from the rank of E3 to E5, 2014, 2020
- Survival Resistance Evasion and Escape School, 2015
- Basic Airborne Course, 2014
- Static Line Jump Master Course, 2016
- Military Free Fall School, 2020
- Military Free Fall Jumpmaster School, 2022
Timeline
Engine Crewmember - Forestry Techinition - GS-0456
Lolo National Forest, Missoula Ranger District
05.2024 - 09.2024
Senior Parachute Rigger
United States Marine Corps
06.2013 - 12.2023
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer Course -
High School Diploma - undefined
Chaparral High School
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