EDUARDO MESILLAS
Boise,ID
Summary
Engine Boss (ENGB-Q) with proven experience leading engine module operations on initial attack, extended attack, and prescribed fire assignments. Demonstrated ability to make independent suppression decisions, direct crew operations, and manage equipment in high-risk, fast-moving environments. Recognized for decisive leadership, accountability, and maintaining crew safety while operating with minimal supervision. Prepared to assume Supervisory Engine Operator (SEOP) responsibilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter (Engine Module Leadership Role)
Bureau of Land Management
Boise, USA
05.2021 - Current
- Performed in an acting Engine Boss (ENGB) capacity during the 2025 fire season in Hammett, leading engine module operations and assuming responsibility for crew supervision, tactical decisions, and operational execution
- Led engine module operations on initial and extended attack, directing crew deployment, suppression tactics, and incident objectives with minimal supervision
- Independently determined suppression strategies based on fire behavior, fuels, weather, and terrain, ensuring alignment with incident objectives and firefighter safety
- Conducted size-up and established incident priorities, including anchor points, access, escape routes, and safety zones
- Directed hose lay operations, selecting configurations and managing water application for mobile attack, progressive hose lays, and structure protection
- Supervised and mentored crewmembers, maintaining accountability, enforcing LCES, and ensuring disciplined execution under pressure
- Adjusted tactics in real time as fire conditions evolved, maintaining control of operations in dynamic environments
- Managed engine apparatus and equipment readiness, ensuring pumps, hose systems, and suppression tools remained fully operational
- Coordinated with overhead and adjoining resources, communicating fire conditions, tactical needs, and operational progress
- Established and maintained water supply systems, including drafting, relay pumping, and portable tank operations
- Directed mop-up and patrol operations, ensuring containment and reducing risk of rekindle
- Participated in prescribed fire operations, supporting ignition, holding, and contingency actions
Warehouse Worker
Wolfe Pac Pellets
Mountain Home, USA
05.2015 - 05.2021
- Coordinated personnel and workflow in high-demand environments requiring efficiency and accountability
- Operated and maintained heavy equipment while ensuring safe operations under time constraints
- Supported fuels reduction and implemented prescribed fire on private land
- Maintained equipment readiness through inspection and preventative maintenance
Education
Some College - Criminal Justice
Treasure Valley Community College
Ontario, ORSkills
- Incident command
- Tactical decision making
- Crew supervision
- Training mentorship
- Fire crew leadership
Wildland Fire Experience
Wildland Firefighter (Engine Module Leadership Role), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Boise, ID, 05/01/21, Present, 40-80+ hrs/week during fire season, Performed in an acting Engine Boss (ENGB) capacity during the 2025 fire season in Hammett, leading engine module operations and assuming responsibility for crew supervision, tactical decisions, and operational execution., Led engine module operations on initial and extended attack, directing crew deployment, suppression tactics, and incident objectives with minimal supervision., Independently determined suppression strategies based on fire behavior, fuels, weather, and terrain, ensuring alignment with incident objectives and firefighter safety., Conducted size-up and established incident priorities, including anchor points, access, escape routes, and safety zones., Directed hose lay operations, selecting configurations and managing water application for mobile attack, progressive hose lays, and structure protection., Supervised and mentored crewmembers, maintaining accountability, enforcing LCES, and ensuring disciplined execution under pressure., Adjusted tactics in real time as fire conditions evolved, maintaining control of operations in dynamic environments., Managed engine apparatus and equipment readiness, ensuring pumps, hose systems, and suppression tools remained fully operational., Coordinated with overhead and adjoining resources, communicating fire conditions, tactical needs, and operational progress., Established and maintained water supply systems, including drafting, relay pumping, and portable tank operations., Directed mop-up and patrol operations, ensuring containment and reducing risk of rekindle., Participated in prescribed fire operations, supporting ignition, holding, and contingency actions.
Certifications And Qualifications
- Engine Boss (ENGB), Qualified
- Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5), Qualified
- Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4), Trainee
- Heavy Equipment Boss (HEQB), Trainee
- Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement, Qualified
- Class A CDL Permit, In progress
- First Aid / CPR Certified, Certified
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter (Engine Module Leadership Role)
Bureau of Land Management
05.2021 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Wolfe Pac Pellets
05.2015 - 05.2021
Some College - Criminal Justice
Treasure Valley Community College