Eric Sartuche-Dean
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Professional with strong experience in wildland firefighting, ready to make significant impact. Adept in fire suppression techniques, safety protocols, chainsaw felling techniques, and emergency response. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable in high-stress situations, with strong physical endurance and problem-solving skills valued in this field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead K9 Handler
Trained Canine Companion Program
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
- Facilitated team-building exercises to foster collaboration between department members.
- Executed daily training of K-9s, conducting a minimum of 6 sessions focused on basic obedience
Wildland Firefighter
SWIFT
03.2022 - 09.2024
- 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.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
- Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Maintained readiness for rapid response by ensuring timely completion of required training certifications and qualifications updates.
- Reduced wildfire damage to property by employing effective structure protection measures.
- Assisted in the development of new firefighters by providing guidance and mentorship as a seasoned wildland firefighter.
- Managed saw operations encompassing felling actively burning or cat-faced trees.
- Executed staging of brush limbs and controlled chipper operations.
Education
No Degree - Wildland Firefighter Course
Pueblo Community College
900 West Orman Avenue06-2022
GED -
Colorado Department of Education
1250 Academy Park Loop09-2021
Skills
- Strong decision-making
- Public relations
- Chainsaw handling
- Chipper operations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Lead K9 Handler
Trained Canine Companion Program
09.2024 - 04.2025
Wildland Firefighter
SWIFT
03.2022 - 09.2024
No Degree - Wildland Firefighter Course
Pueblo Community College
GED -
Colorado Department of Education
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