Ledonne Drake
Summary
Disciplined and goal driven Wildland Firefighter with hands-on experience through Future Fire Academy. Skilled in wildland suppression, Fireline construction, and tool operation, with additional strengths in maintenance, construction, and landscaping that enhance operational performance and readiness. Recognized for reliability, endurance, and teamwork under demanding field conditions. Committed to CAL FIRE's mission of protecting life, property, and natural resources through professionalism, safety, and service.
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges and learn from the experience.
Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Future fire Academy
Stockton
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported Cal Fire hand crew operations on wildland fires, including Fireline construction, mop up, and hose lay setup.
- Applied maintenance and construction skills to vegetation management, fuel reduction, and defensible space creation.
- Assisted with camp and incident base construction, repair, and infrastructure improvements.
- Operated chainsaws, portable pumps, and hand tools during active incidents and prescribed burns.
- Conducted daily tool maintenance, sharpening, and inspections to ensure readiness.
- Participated in major incidents including Mendocino Complex, Camp Fire, and Carr Fire.
- Demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and endurance during extended remote assignments.
Machine Operator
TESLA
Fremont
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Loaded and unloaded freight using pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Maintained organized staging areas to ensure efficient material flow.
- Supported team operations to consistently meet productivity and safety goals.
- Followed safety protocols during machine operation
Machine Operator
World Class Distribution
Stockton
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Selected and prepared customer orders using RF scanners with accuracy and speed.
- Ensured product quality and adherence to warehouse safety procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve production targets.
Education
Certificate Of Completion - Future Fire Academy
Windland Firefighter Training Program
07.2025 - 08.2025
Skills
- Wildland Fireline Operations
- Chainsaw & Equipment Operation
- Maintenance, Construction & Landscaping
- Crew Coordination & Communication
- Safety & Risk Management
- Physical Endurance
- Fire Behavior & Weather Analysis
- Operational Readiness
- Team collaboration
- Safety protocols
Certification
- NWCG Wildland Firefighting: L-180 (Human Factors), S-130 (Basic Firefighter), S-131 (Advanced Firefighter), S-190 (Fire Behavior), S-211 (Pumps), S-212 (Chainsaw), S-215 (Fire Operations in the Urban Interface)
- Emergency Response: AHA CPR, Public Safety-First Aid (Title 22)
- Safety Training: HAZMAT FRA, Confined Space Awareness
Timeline
Certificate Of Completion - Future Fire Academy
Windland Firefighter Training Program
07.2025 - 08.2025
Firefighter
Future fire Academy
07.2025 - 08.2025
Machine Operator
TESLA
10.2024 - 04.2025
Machine Operator
World Class Distribution
01.2020 - 02.2020