Mason Wilkinson
Plymouth,CA
Summary
Dedicated firefighter with experience at Cal Fire, adept in wildland firefighting and EMT certified. Demonstrated resilience in high-stress situations, excelling in controlled burns and emergency response. Skilled in radio communication and maintaining peak physical condition.
Offering dedication and willingness to learn and develop in demanding environment. Brings understanding of safety procedures and emergency response techniques, coupled with physical fitness and stamina. Ready to use and develop critical thinking and teamwork skills in an engine role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter 1
Cal Fire
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.
- Reduced risk of fire spread in wildland areas by executing controlled burn procedures.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Coordinated with Overhead and fellow firefighters to organize plans and execute them with efficiency.
Fuels Reduction
Feather River Resource Conservation District
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Create a healthy resiliant forest stand by reducing ladder fuels and vegetation.
- Efficiently and safely operate a chainsaw while working long hours.
- Reduced wildfire damage by conducting controlled burns to eliminate hazardous fuels in high-risk areas.
Fish Hatchery Technician
Feather River College
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance, cleaning, and feeding to maximize the success of the hatchery.
- Trained new staff members on proper handling techniques for eggs, larvae, and juvenile fish species.
Education
Associate of Science - Environmental Studies
Feather River College
Quincy, CA05-2022
Skills
- Wildland firefighting
- EMT Certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Radio communication proficiency
- Physically fitness
Timeline
Firefighter 1
Cal Fire
09.2022 - 11.2024
Fuels Reduction
Feather River Resource Conservation District
05.2022 - 08.2022
Fish Hatchery Technician
Feather River College
10.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Environmental Studies
Feather River College
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