Enrique Felix
Porterville,CA
Summary
Obtain Structure Engineer Full-time position
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Structure Interim Engineer
Tule River Fire Department
02.2025 - Current
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- 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.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
Structure Firefighter
Tule River Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring rapid assessment and action in critical situations.
- Operated firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, to effectively combat fires and protect property.
- Conducted regular inspections of fire apparatus and equipment to maintain operational readiness and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises to enhance response strategies and improve coordination.
- Assisted in educating the community on fire safety practices through workshops and outreach programs.
Laborer
Tule River Housing Authority
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper handling and storage.
- Maintained clean work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans and meet deadlines effectively.
- Transported tools and supplies between job sites, optimizing workflow processes.
Witt Hardwoods
01.2023
- Operated sawmill machinery to cut lumber according to specifications.
- Maintained safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed basic troubleshooting as needed.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products for accuracy and compliance.
Lead Sawyer
US Forest Service Fulton Hot Shot
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Operated chainsaws and other cutting tools safely and efficiently.
- Assessed tree health and determined appropriate cutting techniques.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during operations.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety measures.
- Monitored weather conditions to adapt operational strategies accordingly.
- Streamlined communication between crew members during complex tree felling operations, leading to increased overall team efficiency.
- Conducted fire suppression operations to control wildfires and protect natural resources.
- Operated specialized firefighting equipment, ensuring functionality and readiness during emergency responses.
- Assessed wildfire risks and implemented preventative measures to safeguard communities and ecosystems.
- Executed controlled burns under supervision, contributing to land management and ecological health.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
- Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels.
- Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
- Bolstered crew cohesion through strong communication skills, fostering a supportive team environment.
US Forest Service Organized Crews- Cobra II
01.2019
US Forest Service Organized Crews- Bear Ridge
01.2018
Springville Hotshots
01.2015
Tule River Natural Resource Forestry Crew
01.2017 - 01.2018
Tule River Natural Resource Forestry Crew
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Operating and maintaining chainsaws (Ms-440, Ms-460, Ms-461, Ms-660)
- Sand and sharpen wild land hand tools such as; Pulaski, shovel, mcLeod, etc.
- Assigned my own vehicle as a responsible licensed driver to transport crew back and forth to project location
- Operated and maintained vehicle, completing daily logs and daily check offs (F-350 Crew Cab Standard 6 Speed Transmission)
- Operated and maintained chipper (10” log maximum)
- Responsible for piling brush within the specs of fuels project (selection/location for piles) (pile size and compaction)
- Responsible for covering piles
- Felling snags
- Provide needed monthly supply list to supervisors
- Maintained Initial attack gear for wild land fire response
- Maintain physical fitness at a high level
- Filled in on a type III and type VI engine for the Tule River Wild Land Fire Department
- Constructed fuel break pre suppression hand lines within the community
- Assisted with marijuana eradication on the Tule River Indian Reservation
- Operate Circular lumber saw mill
- Equipment operator
Education
High School -
01.2012
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Organization and time management
- Verbal communication
Certification
- Certified in IS-00700.a NIMS – FEMA
- Certified in I100- Introduction to ICS
- Certified in L180 – Human Factors on the Fireline
- Certified in S190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
- Certified in S130 Firefighter Training
- Certified in S133 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around
- Certified in RT130 Fireline Safety Refresher Training
- Certified in S212 Wildland Fire Chain Saws
- Completed Work Capacity Test (Arduous)
- Certified in B Sawyer- felling and bucking
- Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A
- Fire Apparatus Driver /Operator 1B: Pump Apparatus Operations
- Porterville College Firefighter 1 Academy
- Porterville College Fire Academy Cadet Battalion Chief
- Confined Space Rescue Awareness
- Hazardous Materials FRA/FRO
- Fire Fighter Survival
- Trench Rescue technician
- Unitek EMT Arizona State
- National Registry Emergency Medical Techinian
- Rope Rescue Awareness and Operations
Languages
English
Timeline
Structure Interim Engineer
Tule River Fire Department
02.2025 - Current
Structure Firefighter
Tule River Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
Laborer
Tule River Housing Authority
01.2023 - 05.2024
Witt Hardwoods
01.2023
Lead Sawyer
US Forest Service Fulton Hot Shot
03.2020 - 10.2022
US Forest Service Organized Crews- Cobra II
01.2019
US Forest Service Organized Crews- Bear Ridge
01.2018
Tule River Natural Resource Forestry Crew
01.2017 - 01.2018
Springville Hotshots
01.2015
Tule River Natural Resource Forestry Crew
01.2012 - 01.2014
High School -
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