Enemillas Padilla
South El Monte,CA
Summary
Professional and proficient wildland firefighter with 15 seasons of wildland fire suppression experience on a Type-2 hand crew, Type-1 hotshot crew, Type 3 all risk Engine and airtanker base. From Firefighter 1,Incident commander type 5, to now RAMP Manager, I have developed advanced skills through multiple fire assignments and experiences; engaged in initial and extended attack, pre-suppression, project work, and fuels reduction operations. Skilled at generating unity and a team atmosphere among large groups of people with diverse personalities and backgrounds. Strong technical skills, excellent physical fitness, and solid communication skills. Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Forestry Technician (Airtanker) GS-5
USFS San Bernardino
San Bernardino, California
2024 - Current
- Supervisor: You may contact Nate Alvarez at (909) 856-1025 Email: Nathan.Alvarez@usda.gov
- Supervisor: You may contact Matthew James at (661) 433-1808, Email: Matthew.James2@usda.gov
- Communicated with pilots and air traffic control for safe operations.
- Managed a team of up to 12 personnel ensuring they are properly trained in their job functions.
- Assisted with troubleshooting any technical issues that may arise during ramp operations.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Parked, loaded, fueled, and wing-walked national Airtankers in the San Bernardino Airtanker Base
- Followed all safety procedures when operating ground support equipment or handling hazardous materials like fuel or retardant
- Used portable radios , and nationally approved Airtankers Operations hand signals, to communicate with the pilots, parking tenders and loaders.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area, sweeping up debris, and disposing of FOD properly.
- Monitored and directed the loading of mixed retardant into airtankers.
Lead Firefighter GS-6
US Forest Service ANF Chilao Engine 336
Chilao, CA
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Supervisor: You may contact Jesus Palencia at (818) 272-9889, Email: jesus.palencia@usda.gov
- Inspected Wildland firefighting equipment for readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance wildfire prevention strategies in the community.
- Evaluated weather conditions to assess fire risks and adjust response plans accordingly.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, maintaining records.
- Cleaned, serviced, and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
Senior Firefighter GS-5
US Forest Service ANF Valyermo Engine 37
Valyermo, California
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervisor: You may contact Adam Norton at (661) 917-5483
- Responded to wildfire emergencies with rapid deployment and strategic firefighting techniques.
- Operated firefighting equipment, including engines and tools, for effective fire suppression.
- Collaborated with team members to conduct controlled burns for forest management.
- Conducted Fire suppression, rescue and medical operations in hazardous environments
- Provided guidance to firefighters on safety procedures and protocols
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential risks from lighting strikes or other natural disaster
Senior Hotshot Firefighter GS-5
US Forest Service ANF Valyermo IHC
Valyermo, California
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Supervisor: You may contact Gabe Gudino (760) 873-2542
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses, and other equipment
- Participated in training exercises, enhancing skills and teamwork effectiveness.
- Documented incident reports, maintaining accurate records of firefighting activities.
Forestry Technician GS-4
US Forest Service Big Pine Engine 338
Big Pine, California
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Supervisor: You may contact Robert Raney at (661) 917-5483
- Expert in accurately operating the engine pump and all corresponding accessories. Additionally, trained in building gasner/smokey packs and utilizing the PTO during all pump drafting and ejecting operations. • Maintained and inventoried specialized firefighting equipment—accomplished emergency repairs and/or troubleshooting techniques as necessary, including testing hose, and performed basic sharpening and care of tools (including chainsaws, pumps, and correlating accessories).
Forestry Technician
US Forest Service Valyermo Engine 337
Valyermo, California
05.2015 - 11.2017
- Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Utilized GPS systems to map out areas burned by wildfires and create accurate records of fire perimeters.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Participated in post-incident reviews following successful completion of a wildfire assignment.
- Utilized navigation skills in remote areas to reach and suppress wildfires
Forestry Technician AD
US Forest Service Aztec Crew 63
Los Angeles, California
02.2013 - 12.2014
- After Successfully Completing 80 hour, i performed as an active member of a call- when needed crew, gaining wildfire suppression experience when the forest was stripped of resources and during large campaign and initial attack fires.
Education
High School Diploma -
SIA Tech
Los Angeles, CA01-2012
Skills
- Wildfire risk assessment
- Expert in accurately operating the engine pump and all correlating accessories
- Operational Experience
- Risk Identification and Mitigation
- Training coordination
- Leadership Experience
- Emergency communication
- Resource collaboration
- Excellent Verbal & Communication
- Leadership & Interpersonal
- Physical endurance
- Station remodeling project management
- Maintained and inventoried specialized firefighting equipment
References
- Matthew James: (951) 392-6969(w), (661) 433-1808 (p), Email: Matthew.James2@usda.gov
- Nathan Alvarez: (909) 998-0976 (w), (909) 856-1025 (p), Email: Nathan.Alvarez@usda.gov
- Jesus Palencia: (818) 272-9889, Email: jesus.palencia@usda.gov
- Paul Montano: (661) 418-1718, Email: Paul.Montano@usda.gov
- Abel Martinez: (661) 435-2030
- Adam Norton: (661) 917-5483
Timeline
Lead Firefighter GS-6
US Forest Service ANF Chilao Engine 336
06.2022 - 04.2024
Senior Firefighter GS-5
US Forest Service ANF Valyermo Engine 37
04.2021 - 05.2022
Senior Hotshot Firefighter GS-5
US Forest Service ANF Valyermo IHC
04.2020 - 05.2021
Forestry Technician GS-4
US Forest Service Big Pine Engine 338
04.2018 - 03.2020
Forestry Technician
US Forest Service Valyermo Engine 337
05.2015 - 11.2017
Forestry Technician AD
US Forest Service Aztec Crew 63
02.2013 - 12.2014
Forestry Technician (Airtanker) GS-5
USFS San Bernardino
2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
SIA Tech