Hard-working, self-motivated individual seeking gainful employment in a substantial position providing myself the opportunity to utilize and expand my acquired knowledge, skills and experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Department Of Natural Resources
04.2023 - 10.2023
Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
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.
Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Forestry Technician
Forest Service
04.2021 - 11.2021
Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
Participated In Prescribed Burning
Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighter crew.
Participate in physical training to maintain high levels of physical fitness.
Maintain knowledge of current firefighting practices by participating in drills.
Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
Carried out special assignments such as tree falling, backfiring, and burnouts.
Served as lookout, monitoring, recording and relaying weather and fire behavior to crews and adjoining resources.
Been Initial Attack on many fires, using hand tools to construct line around the fire to limit the spread.
Used a Chainsaw in cutting burned fuels, and constructing a saw line around the fire.
Wild Land Firefighter
Kalispel Tribe Of Indians
07.2018 - 10.2020
Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
Installation Technician
Trademark Mechanical
08.2022 - Current
Evaluated equipment to determine if it needed to be repaired or replaced.
Followed all company guidelines regarding safety procedures when out in field.
Collected customer signatures once installations and repairs were finished to complete fence process.
Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
Tested automatic, programmable and wireless thermostats in residential or commercial buildings to decrease energy usage Number%.
Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components and wiring.
• Installed different types of Furnaces, Heat Pumps, Outdoor Units and Coils.
HVAC Technician
Temp Right
04.2022 - 08.2022
Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
Used Warm-air pipe to run trunk and heat runs.
Set Furnaces
Ran Stat wire from thermostat to furnace.
Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
Analyzed blueprints and manufacturers� design specifications to determine HVAC equipment configuration and complete proper installation.
Host, Togo Specialist
Red Robin
12.2021 - 07.2022
Prepared restaurant delivery side station by assembling and arranging plastic takeout bags, boxes, condiments and utensils.
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
Kept detailed payment records throughout shift to complete cash and card payments.
Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Stayed in open communication with kitchen team to assess cooking times, avoid worker overload and minimize customer dissatisfaction.
Carpenter Apprentice
Dependable Contracting
09.2020 - 04.2021
Did everything from ground work, to turn key.
Company specializes in Custom Log Homes
Worked with master carpenters to install decks for both residential and commercial customers.
Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
Identified product defects and brought to job foreman for resolution.
Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
Placed building paper over subflooring to protect final flooring material from water damage.
Built and hung custom doors and frames.
Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
Installed interior doors and hardware, accessories, cubicle curtain tracks and TV brackets.
Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
Production Worker
Stimson Lumber
02.2020 - 09.2020
Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.
Operated forklift to load, unload and move timber supplies from one destination to another.
Worked on Trim chain, pulling different sized boards and throwing them into designated carts.
Worked behind a grader pulling Dunnage, bad boards with imperfections.
Bar coded Units of wood to prepare for paper wrap.
Worked in Paper Wrap to package the units and send out for shipment.
Daycare Assistant
Kalispel Tribe Of Indians
07.2018 - 09.2020
Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
Designed monthly activity schedules to balance play, rest and learning time.
Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
Offered tutoring and mentoring to school-aged children in need of additional support.
Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
Employee Relations Manager at Department of Natural Resources Human Resources ProgramEmployee Relations Manager at Department of Natural Resources Human Resources Program