Grady Lehrkamp
South Dakota Wildland Fire
Custer,SD
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Resilient Wildland Firefighter skilled in chainsaw operations and fire behavior assessment. Known for high endurance and commitment to safety, contributing to team readiness and optimal performance in high-pressure environments.
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
2 Years 3 Months- Operated firefighting equipment to control wildfires and protect natural resources.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective fire suppression strategies.
- Conducted safety inspections of gear and equipment prior to assignment.
- Trained new recruits on wildfire response protocols and safety procedures.
- Assessed fire behavior and environmental conditions to inform tactical decisions.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Optimized firefighter performance through active participation in daily physical training sessions designed to maintain endurance levels.
- Maintained readiness for rapid response by ensuring timely completion of required training certifications and qualifications updates.
Excavator Operator
2 Years 2 Months- Operated excavators to perform site excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate excavation projects and adhere to timelines.
- Trained junior operators on safe equipment operation and best practices in excavation techniques.
- Worked on machines to maintain them and fix them also troubleshooting problems they might have.
- Welding for equipment.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Strong understanding of chainsaw and chainsaw operations.
Fire behavior knowledge
Strong understanding of hand tools.
Strong understanding of Firing operations.
I am in very good physical shape and have high endurance.
First aid certification
Map navigation
I have my UTV ATV certification
Certification
- FFT1
- FAL2
- UTVO
- ATVO
Interests
Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making
experimenting with recipes.
Avid Reader
Enjoy participating in running for overall physical and mental well-being.
Woodworking
I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles.
I like working with my hands and fixing things.
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
South Dakota Wildland Fire
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Excavator Operator
Olson Excavation
01.2024 - 03.2026Read More
Custer Highschool
High School Diploma
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