John Gillette
Fort Collins ,CO
Summary
Adaptable and reliable professional holding a B.S. in Forestry. Offers practical experience leading small teams, ensuring safe equipment operation, problem-solving, and performing effectively under demanding conditions. Possesses strong communication skills, a commitment to safety, and a valid driver's license.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Lead
KFB Forestry
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Supervised daily work activities for a crew of 3 members, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
- Trained crew members on safe equipment operation, cutting technique, and hazard awareness.
- Completed hand cutting through a 46-acre fire mitigation project in Allenspark, Colorado.
Crewmember
KFB Forestry
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Completed cutting in a 60-acre fire mitigation project in Glen Haven, Colorado.
- Communicated effectively with the crew lead to address unforeseen challenges, contributing to solutions.
- Maintained quality of Husqvarna chainsaws to ensure job performance proficiency.
- Collaborated effectively with crew members to achieve weekly project goals.
Forestry Crew Member
Larimer County Conservation Corps
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Gained proficiency in safe and effective tree felling techniques using chainsaws during a fire mitigation project near Nederland, CO (2022 season).
- Executed fire mitigation project focused on hazard fuel reduction in Storm Mountain, CO (2023 season).
- Operated chainsaws and specialized forestry equipment proficiently, strictly adhering to safety protocols in all project phases.
- Completed key safety certifications including S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaw, Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and CPR.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Forestry
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 05-2022
Skills
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Safety-Conscious
- Reliability
- Detail-Oriented
- Teamwork
Certification
- Basic Faller (FAL3) - NWCG (Obtained June 2022)
- CPR Certified - American Heart Association - (Renewed 2023)
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR) - Larimer County (Renewed 2023)
Timeline
Crew Lead
KFB Forestry
07.2024 - 04.2025
Crewmember
KFB Forestry
11.2023 - 07.2024
Forestry Crew Member
Larimer County Conservation Corps
08.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Forestry
Colorado State University
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