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Gabriela Velasco

Gabriela Velasco

Hemet,CA

Summary

  • Proficient in outdoor work and trail maintenance, my experience with the California Conservation Corps and Backcountry Trails program honed my teamwork and collaboration skills. Demonstrating physical stamina and a commitment to Leave No Trace principles, I contributed to significant conservation projects and emergency responses, showcasing my ability to adapt and excel in challenging environments. Willingness and eagerness to keep on learning, self motivated. Able to take up any responsibility. Have experience working with a variety of people. Hard worker and have a positive attitude.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

California Conservation Corps

Corpsmember
06.2023 - 12.2025
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, such as training workshops and conferences, relevant to the field of conservation.
  • Strengthened professional communication abilities through engaging with the public, presenting project updates, and reporting findings to supervisors.
  • Developed teamwork skills by collaborating effectively within diverse crews during physically demanding projects.
  • Provided valuable feedback and suggestions during project debriefs, contributing to ongoing improvements in program operations and effectiveness.
  • Gained hands-on experience using various tools and equipment for habitat management tasks such as chainsaws, Pulaski's, McLeods, axes, rock rake etc
  • Supported fire prevention and suppression goals by building fire breaks and eliminating hazardous brush.
  • Reduced wildfire risk with strategic fuel reduction projects
  • Repair tools and hands on tool shaping
  • Volunteer 58 hours
  • Emergency fire in Happy camp and Emergency in Maui

CCC Backcountry Trails Program

Corpsmember
04.2024 - 09.2024


  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Perform extremely physically demanding and repetitive trail work 40+ hours a week
  • Trail maintenance consisted of brushing and logging trails, cleaning trail drainages, trail tread repair, and environmental rehabilitation.
  • Gained hands-on experience using various tools and equipment for trail maintenances such as Pulaski's, shovels, pick mattocks, rouge hoes, rock bars, single and double jacks, splitting marks, crosscut saws and rigging.
  • Hiking 3-20 miles daily at a minimum of 3m.p.h. over steep, rugged terrain while carrying 40-65lbs
  • Working with and around stock animals to assist with resupply as well as packing
  • Attending and participating in work trainings, daily safety meetings and job hazard analyses; and following all rules, policies and guidelines set forth by the BC Trails
  • Actively participate in the development of a safe, inclusive, well-functioning crew community; participate fully in the program curriculum, community meetings and activities designed to facilitate crew and personal development
  • Required to perform the following tasks on a daily/weekly basis: set up & break down of backcountry camps, daily camp and personal chores outside of regular hours; manage & maintain camp gear and equipment, personal gear (uniforms, backpacking gear, etc.); maintain personal hygiene and sanitation safeguards (daily bathing, laundry, etc.)
  • Adhere to all “Leave No Trace” wilderness ethic guidelines; and follow all rules, policies and guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hemet High School
Hemet, CA
05-2023

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Physical Stamina
  • Trail maintenance
  • Active Listening
  • Leave No Trace Principles
  • Physical Fitness

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Basic Chain saw certification

Timeline

CCC Backcountry Trails Program

Corpsmember
04.2024 - 09.2024

California Conservation Corps

Corpsmember
06.2023 - 12.2025

High School Diploma -

Hemet High School

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