Joshua Gaspar
Summary
Dependable firefighter skilled in wildland fire suppression and emergency response. Committed to following safety protocols and maintaining equipment for optimal performance in challenging environments. Proven ability to perform physically demanding tasks while exercising sound judgment during hazardous operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Guard
Triumph Protection Group
Santa Barbara, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Promote high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Work successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Contribute innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Type 1 Wildland Fire Fighter, Corpsmember
California Conservation Corps
Lake Elsinore and San Luis Obispo , CA
06.2025 - 03.2026
- Responded to emergency situations, including initial and extended fire suppression efforts as part of a Type 1 hand crew at various locations across California.
- Follow LCES, downhill checklists, and the IRPG to maintain safety and efficiency during fire suppression in hazardous environments.
- Conducted mop-up and patrol activities in burned areas, identifying and extinguishing hot spots to prevent re-ignition.
- Removed and piled vegetative fuels using chainsaws, hand tools, and woodchippers to reduce wildfire risks.
- Ignite vegetation piles with a drip torch to reduce invasive species, prevent the spread of pests, and eliminate excess fuel to mitigate wildfire risks.
- Inspect, clean, and maintain fire suppression tools to ensure readiness.
- Maintained equipment and tools through regular inspections and sharpening to ensure optimal performance.
- Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently, including drip torches, power mowers, weed trimmers, chainsaws, pole saws, gas-powered blowers, Pulaskis, McLeods, shovels, and back pumps.
- Perform physically demanding tasks in diverse weather conditions, including extreme heat.
- Supported maintenance efforts at the center by performing various construction tasks.
Forklift Operator
Amazon
Eastvale, CA
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Loaded and unloaded products onto trailers at loading docks for outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy and efficiency for timely deliveries.
- Picked items from inventory to fulfill customer orders, consistently meeting daily productivity targets to support customer satisfaction.
- Organized and built pallets for safe transportation, ensuring proper stacking and stability to prevent damage during transit.
General Laborer
Smart Choice Recycling
Riverside, CA
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed demolition tasks, dismantling large structures and sorting materials for recycling.
- Operated forklift, chainsaw, and handsaw to handle and process materials, ensuring smooth operations in recycling environment.
- Utilized floor grinders and jackhammers to prepare surfaces and clear debris, promoting a clean and safe work area.
Layout Carpenter
Force Framing
Yorba Linda, CA
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Collaborated in layout and preparation of wood for framing projects, achieving precise measurements and specifications.
- Built and installed guardrails, contributing to the safety and structural integrity of construction sites.
- Sorted and organized wood materials by type and use, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing material waste.
Education
Associates Degree (in progress) - Fire Technology
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA07-2026
EMT -
West Coast EMT
09-2024
Associates (in progress) - Fire Technology
Moreno Valley Community College
03-2024
High School Diploma -
John Muir Charter School
Some College (No Degree) - Leadership And Ministry Training
Teen Challenge Ministry Institute
South Gate, CASkills
- Emergency response
- Ability to construct fire line with the use of teamwork
- Decision-making under pressure
- Endurance in tough conditions
- Resilience in adversity
- Quick reflexes
- Rapid response
- Remote area adaptability
- Teamwork/leadership skills
- Strong written and oral communication
- Adaptable to changing plans and conditions
- Chain of command
Certification
- EMT, National Registry of EMT, 2025
- BLS Provider/CPR/AED
- CAL FIRE Firefighter 1-C: Wildland
- C-212: Wildland Fire Chain Saws
- CAL FIRE 1-D Protection Orientation
- Wildland Firefighter Safety and Survival, Level 1
- Hazmat First Responder Operations
- Confined Space Awareness Rescue
- FCTC: Candidate Physically Agility Test
- FEMA IS-100: Introduction to Incident Command System
- FEMA IS-200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
- FEMA IS-700: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- FEMA IS-800: National Response Framework, An Introduction
- S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
- Driver’s License: Class C
Timeline
Security Guard
Triumph Protection Group
03.2026 - Current
Type 1 Wildland Fire Fighter, Corpsmember
California Conservation Corps
06.2025 - 03.2026
Forklift Operator
Amazon
08.2024 - 02.2025
General Laborer
Smart Choice Recycling
04.2019 - 03.2020
Layout Carpenter
Force Framing
06.2018 - 04.2019
Associates Degree (in progress) - Fire Technology
Allan Hancock College
EMT -
West Coast EMT
Associates (in progress) - Fire Technology
Moreno Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
John Muir Charter School
Some College (No Degree) - Leadership And Ministry Training
Teen Challenge Ministry Institute