Confident and highly trained Firefighter with a strong mechanical aptitude and background in emergency medical response and fire suppression. Demonstrates the ability to handle critical situations quickly, resolve conflicts effectively, and work efficiently within a team. Experienced in both structure fire suppression and wildland urban interface operations. Proven leadership, training, and mentoring skills, with a commitment to high-quality customer service.
• Guided team members to enhance skills and professional growth through a growth mindset.
Preforming all hazards mitigation including:
Structure Fire Suppression, Wildland Urban Interface and EMS
Maintaining a high level of customer service to both the internal and external customer.
Selkirk Fire Rescue & EMS – Sandpoint, ID
• Guided team members to enhance skills and professional growth through a growth mindset.
• Led all-hazards mitigation efforts, including structure fire suppression, wildland urban interface, EMS, hazmat, technical rescue, and fire boat operations.
• Maintained fire apparatus, ensuring operational readiness.
• Maintained a high level of physical fitness with daily workout routines, combined with team building and skills.
• Provided a high level of customer service and built strong relationships with the community and staff.
• Conducted road building, site preparation, septic system installation, and landscaping tasks.
• Managed truck and transfer operations, hauling materials and equipment to and from job sites.
• Operated snowplows during winter months and maintained trucks and equipment.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
30-Year Firefighter Mentor/Coach, with 50 students placed or promoted
Chief Officer Boot Camp
Fire Officer Development
COEUR FOOLS President (2020–2023)
COEUR FOOLS Training Trustee (2023–Present)
2nd Due Instructor
Fire Symposiums
• Firefighter/EMT B
• IFSAC FF 1 & FF 2
• Fire Officer 1 & 2
• Hazmat Operations Pro board
• NREMT B, Washington state EMT B
• Wildland Firefighter S230 & S290 L180
• Wildland Urban Interface S215
• Rope Rescue Operations
• Fire Academy 2023
• Commercial Truck Class