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John Luger

Fort Yates,ND

Summary

Accomplished Wild Land Firefighter and Carpentry Instructor at BIA Standing Rock Agency and Sitting Bull College. Expert in fire suppression techniques and emergency scene management, demonstrating exceptional leadership and public speaking abilities. Enhanced operational efficiency and student performance, fostering teamwork and safety. Proven track record in fire safety education and hands-on skill development.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Wild Land Firefighter AD

BIA Standing Rock Agency
06.1985 - 03.2023

* Suppressed wildfire on Indian Trust Land

* Updated agency contracts with volunteer fire departments on the Standing Rock Reservation

*Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.

* Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.

*Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.

*Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.

*Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.

*Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.

* As an ICT-3 I oversaw many large wildfires on the reservation

  • Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.

Instructor of Carpentry

Sitting Bull College
08.1998 - 05.2019
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
  • Built many houses and structures with students
  • Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
  • Fostered positive learning environment, encouraging students to express their ideas and questions freely.

Education

Minor - Range Management

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
05.1998

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
05.1988

Skills

Structural Firefighting

First Aid Certified

Fire Safety

Stress tolerance and resilience

Federal Smoke Jumper

Emergency Scene Management

Leadership and supervision

Equipment maintenance and repair

Public speaking abilities

Fire prevention

Public Education

Fire Suppression Techniques

Fire Control

Hobbies

* Hunting 

*Fishing 

* Coaching 

* Working with the youth

Timeline

Instructor of Carpentry

Sitting Bull College
08.1998 - 05.2019

Wild Land Firefighter AD

BIA Standing Rock Agency
06.1985 - 03.2023

Minor - Range Management

South Dakota State University

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of North Dakota
John Luger