Johnny Wilkins
Lumberton,NC
Summary
Always up-to-date on new regulatory standards and policies and dedicated to effective administration. Experienced in using all standard tools and equipment and training others in proper operation. Trained in forest management, fire containment and fire prevention methodologies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant County Ranger
North Carolina Forest Service
05.2023 - Current
- Attended meetings and training sessions and reviewed publications to become and remain current on principles, practices and new developments.
- Worked with landowners for forest management practices
- Operated and maintained vehicles, tools and equipment to perform enforcement, patrol, construction and maintenance duties.
- Responded to wildland fires and performed fire suppression duties using specialized firefighting equipment and tools.
- Created fire prevention plans to reduce risk of fire in various locations.
- Conducted wildland firefighting training.
- Educated public about fire safety and prevention.
Wildland Firefighter
South Carolina Forestry Commision
01.2020 - 04.2023
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels and crawler tractor.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Utilized crawler tractor and plow to contain and suppress wildfires.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dillon High School
Dillon, SC06.2009
Skills
- Crew Leadership
- Radio Operation
- Public Education
- Crew Management
- Prescribed burning
- Equipment operations
Certification
S-130
S-190
ICS-200
ICS-100
ICS-700
Wildland CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Assistant County Ranger
North Carolina Forest Service
05.2023 - Current
Wildland Firefighter
South Carolina Forestry Commision
01.2020 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Dillon High School
S-130
S-190
ICS-200
ICS-100
ICS-700
Wildland CPR/First Aid
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