Joshua Ball
Hill City,SD
Summary
Results-driven Captain with extensive experience in emergency management. Proven ability in decision making, risk assessment, and training development, enhancing operational efficiency and safety in high-pressure environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Fire Crew Captain
Black Hills National Forest
Custer, South Dakota
05.2012 - Current
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workplace productivity.
- Assessed customer needs quickly in high-paced environment.
- Executed daily responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
IHC Squad Leader
Black Hills National Forest
Custer, South Dakota
04.2009 - 05.2012
- Oversaw daily command of squad, demonstrating strong moral character, intellect, and respect.
- Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
- Provided guidance to subordinate personnel on tactical operations and training.
- Maintained accountability of personnel, equipment, and supplies during deployments.
- Led daily team briefings to ensure clear communication and task alignment.
- Supervised crew activities, ensuring safety protocols were followed and operational efficiency was achieved.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted inspections of equipment and tools to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated resource allocation for various forest management projects and initiatives.
- Collaborated with other departments to support conservation efforts in the forest area.
- Implemented best practices for environmental stewardship during field operations.
- Reviewed after action reports to identify lessons learned and improve future mission planning.
- Operated communications equipment to ensure effective field communication.
- Performed vehicle maintenance and operations to enhance tactical mobility and readiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hill City High School
Hill City, SD05-2001
Skills
- Emergency management
- Incident command
- Firefighting techniques
- Hazmat handling
- Risk assessment
- Equipment maintenance
- Decision making
- Training development
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
Certification
Advanced Faller Certifier
Timeline
Fire Crew Captain
Black Hills National Forest
05.2012 - Current
IHC Squad Leader
Black Hills National Forest
04.2009 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Hill City High School
Education and Training
other