Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
Assessed nature and extent of fire, condition of buildings, danger to adjacent buildings and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.
Participated in rigorous physical training to maintain high levels of fitness and readiness.
Engine Lead
Washington Dept. Natura Resources
Sedro-Woolley, Washington
04.2020 - 11.2024
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Maintained detailed records related to all incidents involving wildfires including total acres burned, resources used and cost estimates.
Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks to crew members during fire suppression activities.
Hand Crew Foreman
Washington Dept. Natural Resources
Cle Elum, WA
01.2023 - 06.2024
Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response at emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times.
Collected and analyzed fire data for reporting and strategic planning purposes.
Conducted controlled burns to reduce wildfire risks and manage ecosystems.
Engine Lead
Washington Dept. Natural Resources
Ellensburg, WA
04.2022 - 11.2022
Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations while adhering to safety protocols.
Inspected assigned area for new starts, smoke sightings or other signs of active fires.
Communicated regularly with Incident Command System personnel via radio transmissions about progress made in containing a fire.
Engine Operator Specialist
Oregon Dept. Of Forestry
Tygh Valley, OR
05.2021 - 12.2021
Operated firefighting equipment, including chainsaws, fire pumps, and hoses, under hazardous conditions.
Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies during large-scale fire suppression operations.
Conducted public education on fire prevention and safety practices.
Seasonal Wildland Firefighter
Washington Dept. Natural Resources
Sedro-Woolley
05.2017 - 09.2019
Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
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