Kody Bush

• Performed work in adherence with aviation regulations and protocols.
• Worked on different types of aircraft from Type 3 Helicopters to Type 2 helicopters.
• Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
• Performed bucket drills and operations on wildfires
• Conducted proper communications with helicopter personnel to complete cargo and water drop missions on active wildfires
• Successfully manifested cargo and personnel for crew transport and shuttles
• Communicated thoroughly during helicopter briefings to ensure absolute safety before and during helicopter operations

Supervisor: Blake Hubbard (Contact information found in references)

• Operated firefighting equipment during wildland fire suppression efforts.
• Conducted fire line preparation and maintenance to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Collaborated with team members to implement fire management strategies.
• Participated in prescribed burn operations to reduce fuel loads.
• Executed emergency response drills to improve readiness for wildfires.
• Assisted in training new firefighters on safety protocols and equipment use.
• Documented incident reports detailing firefighting activities and conditions encountered.
• Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
• Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
• Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
• Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
• Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
• Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
• Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.

Supervisor: Blake Hubbard (contact information found in references)

Served as a GS-4/FFT2 on CA-INF-E331

• Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
• Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
• Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
• Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
• Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
• Provided support services during natural disasters such as floods or hurricanes.
• Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
• Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
• Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
• Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
• Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.

Supervisor: Victor Guillen (Contact information found in references)

Served as a AD-C FFT2 on CA-INF-E332 out of Rock Creek Guard Station. Daily routine includes engine inspection and cleaning, weather briefing, physical training, safety procedure refreshers and fire suppression drills. The following areas below will provide an understanding of areas of work I perform on a daily basis.

• Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
• Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
• Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
• Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
• Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
• Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response at emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times.
• Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
• Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
• Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
• Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.