Hunter Petrie
Firefighter
Florissant,CO
Summary
7 year Firefighter with copious experience responding to wildland fires throughout the country, as well as structural fires, medical, and all-hazard emergencies. Vast experience in developing/implementing community wildland fire protection plans and working with community members to accomplish targeted goals. Superb decision-making and problem-solving skills. Competent Crew Member with leadership experience ready to take on demanding workload to achieve objectives through an ownership mentality. Experienced in general ranch/outdoor & maintenance work. Team player with drive to reach organizational goals. Seeking further opportunities to serve a team that thrives on integrity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
15
15
Certifications
Work History
Firefighter
Tullahoma Fire Department
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by maintaining physical fitness & regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters as a member of a high functioning team to execute efficient firefighting strategies.
- Maintained meticulous records of incident responses, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes and future reference.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
Assistant Fuels Crew Leader
Elk Creek Fire Protection District
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Communicated effectively with upper management, crew members, and dispatch to keep everyone informed by utilizing Incident Command Structure.
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Established incident command by evaluating situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Cut and cleared brush and created fire lines using hand-tools, chainsaws or mechanized equipment.
- Oversaw PT program to ensure crew members stay in peak physical condition and fitness for duty.
- Instructed NWCG trainings for new firefighters in use of wildland firefighting equipment, strategies, and tactics.
Wildland Firefighter (Module Crewmember)
Elk Creek Fire Protection District
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Cut and cleared brush and created fire lines using hand-tools, chainsaws or mechanized equipment.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs, district fuels reduction projects, and local prescribed fire implementation.
- Handled timber felling, bucking and limbing operations to manage forest health within Fire District.
Volunteer Firefighter
Security Fire Department
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Volunteer Firefighter
Florissant Fire Protection District
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, and rescue vehicles to aid in All-Hazard operations.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Maintained equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
Ranch Hand
Dawn Of Hope Ranch
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment, grounds, and buildings.
- Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and guests
- Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
- Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host, and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
Fire Mitigation Specialist / Wildland Firefighter
Contracted Through Various Companies
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted in prevention of fires through private fire mitigation work, contract fire suppression, and community education efforts.
- Participated in rigorous PT program to maintain peak physical fitness for duty.
- Responded as a member of various contract companies to large wildfires to conduct forestry or suppression operations.
- Operated chainsaws, hand-tools, hoses, pumps, and other fire suppression / forestry equipment to accomplish tasks.
- Cut down trees affected by storms or showing signs of disease.
- Fed brush and branches into brush chipper, consolidating limbs.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodland Park High School
Woodland Park, CO 05.2012 - 12.2015
Skills
Personnel Management
Leadership, Teamwork and Collaboration
Fire Suppression Operations
Forestry Management
Decision-Making Under Pressure
Report Writing & Task Management
Emergency Response
Fire Prevention
Equipment Maintenance & Upkeep
General Outdoor Labor & Ranch Work
Field Production, Editing, & Social Media Management
Awards
Elk Creek Wildland Fire Module Crewmember of the Year (2022)
Certification
NWCG S-130/S-190 Wildland Firefighter Type 2
References
Jayson Papenfus
Module & Fuels Officer
Conifer Wildland Division
(719)482-6510
jpapenfus@elkcreekfire.org
Ben Moses
Fuels Crew Lead
Conifer Wildland Division
(623)388-1618
bmoses@elkcreekfire.org
Jeff Smith
Fire Captain
Tullahoma Fire Department
(931)273-3683
jsmith@tullahomatn.gov
Luke Harrison
Ranch Operations Manager
Dawn of Hope Ranch
(719)930-5984
harrilo12@gmail.com
Ben Yellin
Wildland Captain
Elk Creek Fire Protection District
(720)654-8074
byellin@elkcreekfire.org
Connor Mccardie
Firefighter / EMT
Atlanta Fire Rescue
(719)640-8382
mconnor648@gmail.com
Matthew Mayfield
Firefighter / EMT
Birmingham Fire & Rescue
(719)650-2516
mjmayfield33@gmail.com
Timeline
Firefighter II Certification (FF II) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
07-2024
Firefighter
Tullahoma Fire Department
02.2024 - 02.2025
NWCG L-280 Followership to Leadership
04-2023
AOFT Double-Cut Chainsaw Class
04-2023
NWCG S-219 Firing Operations
04-2023
CDFPC RXB3 Introduction to Agency Burn Boss
02-2023
NWCG S-215 Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface
11-2022
Assistant Fuels Crew Leader
Elk Creek Fire Protection District
08.2022 - 02.2024
Wildland Firefighter (Module Crewmember)
Elk Creek Fire Protection District
11.2019 - 08.2022
NWCG S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws
11-2019
Pro Board Hazmat Awareness / Operations (Renew by January 2026)
08-2019
Pro Board Structure Firefighter 1
07-2019
NWCG S-131 Wildland Firefighter Type 1
04-2019
NWCG S-211 Portable Pumps & Water Use
04-2019
Volunteer Firefighter
Security Fire Department
03.2019 - 01.2020
BLS / CPR (Renew in 2026)
01-2019
Introduction to Firefighter Survival
01-2019
Volunteer Firefighter
Florissant Fire Protection District
12.2018 - 11.2019
NWCG S-130/S-190 Wildland Firefighter Type 2
08-2018
FEMA ICS 100,200,700,800
07-2018
Fire Mitigation Specialist / Wildland Firefighter
Contracted Through Various Companies
03.2018 - 11.2018
Ranch Hand
Dawn Of Hope Ranch
10.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Woodland Park High School
05.2012 - 12.2015
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