James Mills
Yuba City,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong fire suppression and emergency response background. Proven ability in incident coordination and team leadership, ensuring safety and effective communication during high-pressure situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Captain
Sutter County Fire Department
Yuba City, California
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities including responses to emergencies, maintenance tasks completed.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in the areas of fire, medical, and public safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of fire apparatus, tools, hydrants, buildings, and other related facilities.
- Participated in public education initiatives to promote fire safety awareness among citizens.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
Firefighter Captain
Capstone Fire and Safety Management
Escondido, California
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable regulations set forth by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group.
- Performed wildfire suppression duties, including constructing firebreaks, and deploying water and retardant.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - EMT
Yuba College
Marysville, California, CAHazmat technician 1A-1D
CSTI
San Luis Obispo, CAHazmat Specialist 1G & 1F
CSTI
San Luis Obispo, CAFirefighter 1
CA State Fire Marshal
Sacramento, CADriver Operator 1A & 1B
CA State Fire Marshal
Sacramento, CASkills
- Fire suppression
- Emergency response
- Safety regulations
- Equipment maintenance
- Wildfire containment
- Public education
- Incident coordination
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Customer service
Timeline
Fire Captain
Sutter County Fire Department
09.2023 - Current
Firefighter Captain
Capstone Fire and Safety Management
02.2022 - 09.2023
Some College (No Degree) - EMT
Yuba College
Hazmat technician 1A-1D
CSTI
Hazmat Specialist 1G & 1F
CSTI
Firefighter 1
CA State Fire Marshal
Driver Operator 1A & 1B
CA State Fire Marshal