Matthew Hakin
11380 S Virginia St #1022,NV
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in high-risk environments, including as a Wildland Firefighter at Tahoe Douglas Fire District. Proven ability to lead teams, adhere to safety protocols, and perform physically demanding tasks. Skilled in operating and maintaining small engine equipment, showcasing mechanical aptitude and adaptability. Recognized for a strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to completing demanding tasks under challenging conditions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Tahoe Douglas Fire District
Zephyr Cove, NV
03.2020 - Current
- Deploy nationwide to support wildland fire suppression operations as a member of a Type 2 Initial Attack crew in high-risk and rapidly evolving fire environments.
- Serve as Squad Leader, supervising and coordinating firefighters during fireline operations while ensuring compliance with operational objectives and safety standards.
- Operate as a Faller B / Saw Boss, conducting hazard tree mitigation and complex tree felling in steep and hazardous terrain using chainsaws.
- Construct, improve, and hold handline and containment lines during initial attack and extended attack incidents.
- Perform routine maintenance and field repair of chainsaws and hand tools, ensuring equipment reliability and operational readiness during extended incidents.
- Fulfill up to 21-day fire assignments, maintaining physical endurance and operational effectiveness during prolonged wildfire assignments.
- Train in a Crew Boss Trainee (CRWB-T) role, assisting with crew management, task assignments, and operational coordination.
- Conduct mop-up operations, burnout operations, and fuel reduction to secure fire perimeters and eliminate hotspots.
- Maintain strict adherence to LCES, ICS structure, and wildland firefighting safety protocols.
- Work extended shifts (12–16+ hours) in extreme weather, smoke, and rugged terrain.
Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot
Sparks, NV
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport freight efficiently across warehouse.
- Assisted in unloading trucks, ensuring accurate inventory counts and placement.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain organized stock areas and displays.
Education
No Degree - Welding
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NVHigh School Diploma -
Spanish Springs High School
Sparks, NV06.2018
Skills
- Experience working in high-risk environments requiring constant situational awareness
- Strict adherence to safety protocols and hazard mitigation
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in extreme environments
- Operated, maintained, and troubleshot small engine equipment and pump systems in field environments
- Applied mechanical aptitude to diagnose and resolve equipment issues under time constraints
- Flexible and adaptable
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Tahoe Douglas Fire District
03.2020 - Current
Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot
04.2018 - 03.2020
No Degree - Welding
Truckee Meadows Community College
High School Diploma -
Spanish Springs High School