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Kole Poitra

Belcourt,ND

Summary

Resilient Wildland Firefighter known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in fire suppression, emergency response, and hazard reduction techniques. Excel in leadership, decision-making, and teamwork, bringing forth ability to manage critical situations with calmness and clarity. Ready to contribute to safety and effectiveness in wildfire management roles. Seasoned Wildland Firefighter with deep knowledge in fire behavior prediction, terrain analysis and suppression tactics. Demonstrated ability to lead teams under stressful situations, maintaining safety while achieving mission objectives. Skill set includes proficiency in using firefighting equipment, advanced first aid and emergency response protocols. Made significant contributions in wildfire containment and resource preservation during high-risk periods. Sharp and focused Fire Fighter proudly experienced in speaking with public about fire safety and responding to various types of emergency situations. Dedicated about keeping equipment and tools well-maintained for safe and effective uses. Works great with team and consistently meets or exceeds expectations. Resilient professional in emergency response, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing critical tasks. Skilled in fire suppression, emergency medical services, and hazardous materials management. Excel at teamwork, decision-making under pressure, and communication, ensuring optimal outcomes in demanding situations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wildland Firefighter

BIA
Belcourt, ND
05.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Performed backfire operations to contain advancing fires by burning fuel ahead of them.
  • Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
  • Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Assessed terrain features such as slopes, wind direction and vegetation types when responding to a wildfire.
  • Communicated regularly with Incident Command System personnel via radio transmissions about progress made in containing a fire.
  • Participated in post-incident reviews following successful completion of a wildfire assignment.
  • Assisted in training new firefighters on proper use of safety gear and techniques for containing wildfires.
  • Maintained detailed records related to all incidents involving wildfires including total acres burned, resources used and cost estimates.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
  • Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
  • Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
  • Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
  • Worked on equipment desk and demobilized fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
  • Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
  • Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
  • Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
  • Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
  • Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.

Education

Turtle Mountain Community High School
Belcourt, ND
05-2017

Skills

  • Secure zone transportation
  • Fire suppression tactics
  • First Aid Certified
  • Weather condition assessment
  • High-pressure nozzle changes
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Dispatch Communication
  • Station and Equipment Cleaning
  • Safety Equipment Inspection
  • Hazard Identification
  • Fire Suppression Techniques
  • Team Collaboration
  • Detailed Reporting
  • Pump and Hose Management
  • Public Safety
  • Multitasking
  • Fire suppression work
  • Incident Reporting
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Meteorological readings
  • Emergency Response
  • Employee Training
  • Public assistance and support
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Alarm response
  • Fire prevention
  • Response Coordination
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Pump operation
  • Effective Communication
  • Accident Site Response
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Safety Procedures
  • Law Enforcement Collaboration
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certified
  • Time Management

Certification

  • NWCG Training Courses S-130 S-190, L-180 (32 Hours) 2/2024. FEMA incident command 6/2024. FEMA initial Response 6/2024. FEMA National Incident Management Systems 6/2024. NWCG S-200 (16 hours). NWCG S-131 Advanced FireFighter FFT1 (8 hours). Hunter-j001 (National Red Card). Work 80+ hours every two weeks. Currently GS-3.

Timeline

Wildland Firefighter

BIA
05.2023 - Current
  • NWCG Training Courses S-130 S-190, L-180 (32 Hours) 2/2024. FEMA incident command 6/2024. FEMA initial Response 6/2024. FEMA National Incident Management Systems 6/2024. NWCG S-200 (16 hours). NWCG S-131 Advanced FireFighter FFT1 (8 hours). Hunter-j001 (National Red Card). Work 80+ hours every two weeks. Currently GS-3.

Turtle Mountain Community High School
Kole Poitra