Ethan Smith
Meridian,ID
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate for an Entry Level Firefighter position with Meridian Fire, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet agency goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Arborist Foreman
Timmy's Tree Service
09.2022 - Current
- Frequently perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting heavy equipment, climbing trees, and working in various weather conditions in Idaho
- Maintain high levels of stamina for prolonged periods of activity, often in challenging terrains
- Execute precise hand-eye coordination tasks while at heights or in confined spaces while diagnosing tree health
- Adhere to all safety protocols and ensure the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during operations
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing client questions, concerns and education on best tree care in a professional manner
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends, techniques, and best practices while safely operating heavy equipment
GS-4 Seasonal employee
Inyo Interagency Hotshot Crew
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Worked on a saw team constructing fireline and falling hazard trees to prevent the spread of wildfires
- Practiced and perfected emergency medical procedures and rescue scenarios for an incident within an incident
- Maintained equipment and government facilities on a regular basis
- Built sling loads with the aid of qualified HECM personnel
- Skilled in slinging weather and recording data from a sling psychrometer, kestrel, and wind gage while acting as a lookout
- Participated in rigorous crew PTs which included hikes with full gear and chainsaws, trail runs, calisthenics, and Crossfit style workouts
- Gained knowledge in basic land navigation with topo maps, Compasses, and GPS's.
GS-4 Permanent employee
Boise Crew 5
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Frequently communicated with overhead while leading crew on fire operations such as mopping up and securing the fire line in an effort to prevent fire spread
- Regularly trained and practiced medical and trauma scenarios
- Cut direct and indirect saw line in brush, timber, and desert fuel types as part of fire suppression
- Completed regular and daily saw maintenance and in depth overhaul
- Trained in slinging weather and recording data from a sling psychrometer, kestrel, and wind gage while acting as a lookout
- General knowledge of handheld radios such as programming channels, setting scan, guard, frequencies and zones
- Participated in crew PT which included hikes with full gear and chainsaws, uphill runs, calisthenics, and Crossfit style workouts
AD Employ
Boise Wildland Firefighter Academy Crew 8
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Worked on a sawteam cutting fireline in various fuel types and performing regular mechanical saw maintenance.
- Constructed simple and progressive hose-lays in various locations and high stress situations to combat the fire with water
- Competent use of handheld radios and use in communication with other fire resources
- Participated in crew PT which included hikes with full gear and chainsaws, runs, calisthenics, and Crossfit style workouts
- Maintained equipment and facilities on a day to day basis
- Completed daily truck inspections and inventory including updating mileage, sharpening hand tools and gear checks
- Gained experience in fire suppression including line construction with hand tools, monitoring for spot fires, and mopping up to prevent further fire spread in a crew setting.
Volunteer Firefighter
Clark County Fire District 10
02.2016 - 04.2019
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management while following established protocols
- Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises and PT
- Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during expected and unexpected emergencies.
- Upheld high levels of readiness while on call, ensuring timely response to any potential emergencies to provide medical assistance and rescue to injured individuals on scene as a certified first responder
- Supported strong relationships between the fire department and neighboring agencies through collaborative efforts during multi-unit training simulations.
- Demonstrated adaptability during crises by adjusting tactics based on changing conditions or new information.
Assistant Transportation Manager/Truck Driver
Columbia Fruit LLC
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Managed and supervised 4-10 truck drivers regularly at one time
- Scheduled appointments with cold storage facilities as well as local farmers on a daily basis
- Attended to logistical shipping issues with frozen and fresh fruit products and materials
- Organized driver training programs to ensure compliance with industry regulations and maintain a skilled workforce.
- Implemented safety protocols for drivers, reducing accident rates and minimizing insurance claims.
- Maintained contact with drivers throughout their shifts, addressing any problems they encounter
- Assisted in the development of contingency plans for emergencies or unexpected events affecting transport operations, minimizing potential disruptions to business flow.
- Performed in a fast paced environment with constantly changing priorities, having to adapt to new or changing plans frequently
- Hired and trained new truck drivers in operating manual transmission semis towing 53 foot trailers
- Comfortably handled a high volume of inbound/outbound emails, phone calls, and texts on a regular basis
- Hauled a wide range of oversize loads with class A CDL.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Columbia Fruit LLC
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Experience working on semi-trucks and reefer trailers, forklifts, farm equipment including combines, sprayers, excavators, and pickup trucks
- Obtained Class A CDL
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
- Completed daily maintenance, repair and inspections on semi-trucks and forklifts using a wide variety of power tools
- Fabricated parts or tools in order to fix machinery
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
Choker Setter
Chilton Logging
- Worked on a swing yarder side choking logs and sending them up to the landing
- Ran up and down steep slopes dragging heavy cable to wrap around logs
- Performed arduous tasks such as packing chain saws, cable, and snatch blocks on steep slopes in rugged weather such as rain and snow
- Operated heavy machines such as a grapple cat and skidder in an effort to move logs
- Threaded and spliced cable into eyes.
Education
Associate of Arts Degree -
Clark College
Vancouver, Washington01.2017
Skills
- EMS and First Aid Training
- Fire Containment
- CPR/AED
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Physical Fitness
- Leadership Qualities
Qualifications and Certifications
-Nationally Registered EMT -BLS/CPR -FFT2 -FAL2 -Class A Commercial Drivers License
Nwcg Classes
-S212 -L180 -IS700b -S130 -S260 -S211 -IS700a -IS100b -S190
Timeline
Arborist Foreman
Timmy's Tree Service
09.2022 - Current
GS-4 Seasonal employee
Inyo Interagency Hotshot Crew
04.2021 - 10.2021
GS-4 Permanent employee
Boise Crew 5
04.2020 - 09.2020
AD Employ
Boise Wildland Firefighter Academy Crew 8
04.2019 - 10.2019
Assistant Transportation Manager/Truck Driver
Columbia Fruit LLC
05.2018 - 04.2019
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Columbia Fruit LLC
10.2017 - 05.2018
Volunteer Firefighter
Clark County Fire District 10
02.2016 - 04.2019
Choker Setter
Chilton Logging
Associate of Arts Degree -
Clark College
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