Elijah Greenlaw
2750 Argyll Ave, Apt. C, Concord,CA
Summary
Dynamic environmental conservationist and firefighter with a strong history of executing sustainable initiatives that effectively minimize ecological impacts. Committed to advancing sustainability practices in firefighting and conservation efforts.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Conservation Corpsmember
Civicorps
East Bay, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Engaged in hazardous fuel reduction, fuel break construction, and vegetation management to reduce the risk of wildfires in urban and rural areas.
- Actively participating in intensive training to become a certified Firefighter 2, gaining skills in fire suppression, safety protocols, and wildfire management techniques.
- Assisted in constructing and maintaining handlines for wildfire prevention, erosion control, and habitat restoration efforts in environmentally sensitive areas.
- Implemented fire prevention strategies by establishing defensible spaces around structures, removing combustible vegetation, and reducing fire risk in high-risk zones.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to improve environmental resilience while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and stewardship in the community.
Conservation Corpsmember
California Conservation Corps
Fairfield, CA
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Performed routine and seasonal trail maintenance, including trail building, clearing vegetation, repairing trails, and improving drainage systems, to ensure sustainable and safe use for the public.
- Participated in habitat restoration projects to restore native ecosystems, improve biodiversity, and enhance wildlife corridors.
- Safely operated chainsaws to fell, limb, and buck trees for fire mitigation, trail clearing, and forest management projects.
- Worked in remote areas on trail building and restoration projects, including camping and hiking to project sites to complete field tasks.
- Removed invasive plant species to improve native habitat quality, and restore ecological balance in affected areas.
- Conducted forest thinning operations to reduce fire hazards and improve forest health by removing overgrown vegetation and dead trees.
- Assisted in emergency stabilization efforts to reduce soil erosion and prevent further environmental damage following wildfire events or natural disasters.
- Collaborated with CAL FIRE, Caltrans, and the U.S. Forest Service on various conservation projects, ensuring compliance with their protocols and safety standards.
Volunteer
Pacific Beach Coalition
Pacifica, CA
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Actively participated in community-driven beach clean-up initiatives, helping to remove debris and waste from Pacific Beach to protect marine life, and preserve the natural beauty of the coastline.
- Followed safety protocols and proper waste disposal methods to minimize environmental impact.
- Collaborated with rangers and team members to ensure that clean-up efforts adhered to environmental guidelines.
- Promoted a culture of environmental stewardship by setting a positive example, and fostering a sense of responsibility among fellow volunteers and the public.
Education
Lake Tahoe Community College
02-2025
Folsom Lake College
11-2023
Skills
- Habitat restoration
- Fire suppression
- Vegetation management
- Trail maintenance and construction
- Plant identification
- Erosion control
- Outdoor leadership
- Invasive species control
- Tree identification
- Forest Restoration
- Botany basics
- First responder experience
- Physical stamina
- Tree felling
- Hand tool proficiency (pulaski, shovel, axe, chainsaw, drip torch, etc)
- Hazardous tree assessment
- Tree pruning
- Emergency response
Certification
- Wildland Firefighting Certification (S-130/S-190)
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Chainsaw Certification (e.g., Feller-Buncher, Chainsaw Safety)
- Class C Drivers License
Timeline
Conservation Corpsmember
Civicorps
02.2025 - Current
Conservation Corpsmember
California Conservation Corps
06.2023 - 03.2024
Volunteer
Pacific Beach Coalition
06.2023 - 03.2024
Lake Tahoe Community College
Folsom Lake College
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