Marco A. Bettis
Fresno,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in leadership and teamwork, developed in demanding and unpredictable environments. Expertise in maintaining composure under pressure while making strategic decisions that lead to successful outcomes. Eager to leverage analytical thinking and effective communication skills in a new field, contributing to innovative solutions and fostering collaboration. Committed to driving positive change and achieving organizational goals through adaptability and resilience.
Forestry professional prepared to contribute significantly to sustainable forest management and conservation. Proven ability to conduct fieldwork, collect and analyze environmental data, and implement best practices in forest health. Effective team collaborator and adaptable to changing field conditions, with strong skills in GIS mapping and fire management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forestry Technician
Forest Service
05.2022 - Current
- Obtain complete information from dispatch upon assignment. Incidents name. incidents order number ' Request number. Incident phone number. Reporting time. Reporting location (drop point) Transportation arrangements/travel roles. Contact procedures during travel (telephone/radio)
- Bring adequate personal gear and effects within established weight requirements.
- Inspect squad members and their personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure personnel and equipment meet agency requirements, conditions of hire, and supervisor's instructions. Check members' qualifications and ensure crew members meet agency qualifications requirements for the job and tasks/assignments. Notify supervisor corrective action needed. Requested additional resources as needed.
- Arrive at incident and check in. Arrive properly equipped at assigned location within acceptable time limits.
- Accurately navigate to an assigned destination. Properly use maps and compass (e.g., verify location bearing, comparing topographic features or street references with map; describe location in terms of coordinates or other acceptable description; accurate, distance and bearing) Properly use Global Positioning System (GPS), if available.
- Use the Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG) and Fireline Handbook Understanding the color of the (IRPG) discussing the information and What they mean while on a Fire incident-prescribe burn-thunderstorms e.g. How to use the pocket guide and understanding the 10’s and 18’s watchout situation of a Firefighter orders.
- Properly use portable or mobile multichannel radio. (Use clear text. Correctly prepare radio for operation. Success/relaying complete radio check. Select proper channel. Change location to improve reception/transmission (as need). Protect radio from damage. Listing proper radio procedures and techniques. Exercise proper discipline. Describe agency procedures for emergency notification (emergency t traffic). Describe limitations of radio communications.
- Ensuring the Engine is well kept up clean, organized well maintained. Sure, lights sirens compartments are clean up and to crew standards. Ensuring that maintenance of the engine and fluid are well maintained and to sure all fluids are above operational and use check list and to notify caption, engine needs to be taken by mechanics.
- Understanding the guidelines reading manual for heavy equipment and using the proper lube, battery, radio, fueling dozer, operating at a safe level and have confidence. Moving heavy logs, clearing roads and debris have a well maintain road and service to the public. Use maps to drive on correct roads Navigate pinpoint areas needs to be clean up by storms and snow e.g. Use saw and (PPE) safety first and brief on the objective of operation of the day stablish safety first.
- Work on Type one hand crew for Sierra Hotshots and Crain Valley Hotshots. Duty includes in performed as a hand tool Pulaski responsible keeping tool sharp and ready. Clearing ground fuel 2-foot scrape. Making sure line is well kept and fire does not jump out and hold as needed. Moping and griding ash and dirt and trees that may have interior heat and extinguish our objective of the day and rehabilitation.
- Follow safety procedures for foot travel and for transporting personnel and equipment (loading, riding, and unloading) Vehicles. Boats. Helicopters. Large transport aircraft. Small wing-fix aircraft.
- Project work for forest service such as building fences on historical land and of interest to the public. Briefing for the project establishing safety first. Tearing down old fences old cattle concertina wire. Tools in used hammers, nails, measuring tape, chock string. Working with other engine crew members as one communicating and taking pictures for the results.
- Conduct self in a professional manner. Respect full and courteous as an organize crew member. Respectful of public and private property.
- Serve as lookout. Establish/maintain communications with assigned resources. Choose positions with good view of all aspects of hazards, values to be protected, and personnel. Provide updates on any changes that may compromise the safety of Fireline personnel. Ensures escape routes and safety zones are maintain for lookout.
- Provide supervision for members assigned to squad. Set priorities and determined work objectives. Delegate tasks to employees and hold them accountable for their actions. Ensure supervisor's work objectives and performance standards are met. Conduct performance evaluations. Provide praise or discipline, as warranted.
- Establish crew cohesiveness. Provide for open communication. Seek commitment. Set expectations. For accountability. Focuses on the team results.
- Obtain tactical assignment from supervisor following the IRPG and Clear assignments. Communications. Chain of command. Overall assignment information. Crew will be working nightshift what needs to be done.
- Properly size up fire. Hazards and escape routes/safety zones. Point of origin and cause. Size of fire. Location of head. Values to be protected (e.g. Formed improved properties, agricultural, animals, hazardous material). Weather conditions (current forecasted). Fuel group (may also include building materials and arrangement of improve properties). Topography. Time of day. Current and expected fire behavior/intensity.
- Develop strategic and apply appropriation tactics for the assignment. Evaluate relevant plans. Direct tactical operations which provide safety to the firefighter crew. Use appropriate fire suppressions strategy. Develop appropriate tactics based on selected strategy, values to be protected and expected fire behavior. Maintain status reporting (ICS 201, incident briefing). Properly location Fireline. Use appropriate Fireline construction methods. Request additional resources as needed.
- Demonstrate proficiency on low complexity firing operation. Review priorities, hazards, and fire sensitive areas. Review and refine the ignition/firing plan (verbal or written) utilizing fuel and predicted weather condition and fire behavior. Explain use of appropriate ignition devices and ensure those devices are adequate and operational. Consult with supervisor on “go/no-go” decision. Implement a test fire and coordinate with supervisor to ensure that objectives can be met. Evaluate ignition/firing activities and modify as needed.
- Patrol Fireline. Look for spot across lines. Observe downwind areas utilize sight and sound. Frequently check dangerous areas on both side of line. Notify supervisor of spot fires or slop overs. Patrols until the fire is completely safe to leave or you are relieved.
- Qualified Firefighter Type 2
- Qualified Firefighter Type 1
- Training Incident Commander Type 5
- Driver License E1498693 Class B
FFT-2 Engine Crewmember
CA USDA Forest Service
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Respond to reports of new wildfires and serve as initial attack forces.
- Serve as holding forces on Prescribe burn and wildfires to keep the fire from crossing the established perimeter.
- Use hand tools, water, and foam to put out fires and keep vegetation and structures from burning.
- Patrol forests and grasslands to look for signs of wildfires.
- Promote fire prevention with campers and other national forest visitors.
- Assisted in training new crew members on operational procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with interagency partners to share resources, knowledge, and strategies for more effective wildfire response.
- Ensured prompt medical care for injured crew members by providing first aid support when necessary.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
FFT-2
Fresno Organize Crew
04.2009 - 04.2013
- 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.
- Conducted safety assessments and maintained compliance with fire prevention protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to execute fire suppression strategies in diverse terrains.
- Operated firefighting tools and equipment to control wildland fires effectively.
- Trained new personnel on firefighting techniques and safety procedures for operational efficiency.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
Education
S-215 - Fire operation in the wildland/urban Interface
01.2024
L-280 - Followership to Leadership
03.2023
Certificate - S131-Firefighter type 1
09.2021
S-212 - Wildland Fire Chain Saws
06.2021
L-180 - Human Factors in the wildland fire service
02.2020
S-130 - Firefighter Training
02.2020
S-190 - Introduction to Wildland fire Behavior
01.2020
S-290 - Unit 1: the fire Environment
09.2018
High School Diploma -
Cesar Chavez
Fresno, CA09-2012
I100 - Introduction to ICS
04.2009
High School Diploma -
Fresno Adult School
Fresno, CA01-2009
Certificate -
Sunnyside
Fresno, CA10-2008
Graduate Certificate - N/A
Sunnyside High School
Fresno, CA09-2008
Skills
- Sustainable forestry practices
- Silviculture practices
- GPS navigation
- Fire suppression
- Backfire and flanking
- Forest management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Fire suppression tools operations
- Fire containment
Accomplishments
FireFighter Type 1
Firefighter Type 2
Class B License Fresno Ca
Engine Operator Type 3
Certification
- S131-Firefighter type 1, 2021-09-14, 2021-09-15
- RT130- Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR), 2024-05-08, 2024-05-08
- L-280 Followership to Leadership, 2023-03-16, 2023-03-17
- S-215 Fire operation in the wildland/urban Interface, 2024-01-06, 2024-01-08
- S-290 Unit 1: the fire Environment, 2018-09-22, 2018-09-22
- L-180 Human Factors in the wildland fire service, 2020-02-25, 2020-02-25
- S-190 Introduction to Wildland fire Behavior, 2020-01-26, 2020-01-26
- S-130 Firefighter Training, 2020-02-02, 2020-02-02
- S-212 Wildland Fire Chain Saws, 2021-06-25, 2021-06-24
- ROHAV E-Course, 2025-01-14, 2025-01-14
- I100- Introduction to ICS, 2009-04-19, 2009-04-19
- FEMA IS-00200.C, 2020-02-06, 2020-02-06
Personal Information
- Title: Fire Fighter Type1
- Driving License: E1498693
- ID Type: Driver License
- ID Number: E1498693
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Forestry Technician
Forest Service
05.2022 - Current
FFT-2 Engine Crewmember
CA USDA Forest Service
05.2021 - 11.2021
FFT-2
Fresno Organize Crew
04.2009 - 04.2013
S-215 - Fire operation in the wildland/urban Interface
L-280 - Followership to Leadership
S-212 - Wildland Fire Chain Saws
L-180 - Human Factors in the wildland fire service
S-130 - Firefighter Training
S-190 - Introduction to Wildland fire Behavior
S-290 - Unit 1: the fire Environment
I100 - Introduction to ICS
Certificate - S131-Firefighter type 1
High School Diploma -
Cesar Chavez
High School Diploma -
Fresno Adult School
Certificate -
Sunnyside
Graduate Certificate - N/A
Sunnyside High School