Matthew Utt
McKinleyville,CA
Summary
Accomplished Fire Apparatus Engineer with a proven track record at Cal Fire Meu, showcasing expertise in emergency response and equipment maintenance. Skilled in interagency coordination and team collaboration, I excel in high-pressure situations, ensuring safety and efficiency. My leadership in developing fire suppression plans highlights my commitment to continuous improvement and public safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Cal Fire Meu
05.2022 - Current
- Responded to fire alarms and extinguished fires.
- Cleaned and inspected all equipment.
- Protected community from house and building fires.
- Used sophisticated firefighting and rescue equipment.
- Performed practice drills.
- Serviced fire extinguishers and building suppression systems on regular schedule to maintain occupant and structural safety.
- Developed fire suppression plans and systems for residential, educational and commercial buildings.
- Conduct research on fire retardants and fire safety of materials and devices.
- Determined causes of fires and preventive efforts for future.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Supervised FF1 on Hand Crews and Engine Company’s
- B-Faller
- Class B License
Fire Fighter 1
Cal Fire Meu
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
Logger
Forestscapes
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Sheared off limbs using various type of power equipment and chainsaws.
- Worked closely with other loggers to drag timber to loading deck.
- Set up and removed cables prior to and after tree cutting.
- Chopped down trees affected by storms or showing signs of disease.
- Handled bucking of trees and removed cut-down limbs.
- Incorporated safety procedures into every shift to protect workers from accidents.
- Prepared and collected data as directed by forester for use in forest management plans, timber appraisals, timber sales, timber tax basis and GIS mapping.
- Cut trees and placed felling wedges in strategic locations to achieve desired felling results.
Volunteer Firefighter
Trinidad Fire Dept
01.2007 - 02.2009
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Wildland Firefighter
USFS
05.2000 - 11.2002
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
Education
Diploma -
Los Gatos High School
Los Gatos, CA06.1995
Skills
- Mass casualty events
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Interagency Coordination
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Human rescues
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Equipment Maintenance
- Emergency Response
- HAZMAT handling
- Fire Prevention Education
- Fire pump operation
- Hazard analysis
- Fire alarm systems
- Smoke control systems
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team building
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Organizational Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Analytical Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Reliability
- Relationship Building
- Safety Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Time Management
- Self Motivation
- Report Writing
- Training leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Professionalism
Certification
- Class B License
- B Faller Carded
- Overhead Qualifications
- Heavy Equipment Boss
- Resource Unit Leader
- FF1
- FF2
- Status Check in Recorder
- Training Tech Spec
- More certs upon request
Timeline
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Cal Fire Meu
05.2022 - Current
Fire Fighter 1
Cal Fire Meu
06.2020 - 05.2022
Logger
Forestscapes
03.2020 - 06.2020
Volunteer Firefighter
Trinidad Fire Dept
01.2007 - 02.2009
Wildland Firefighter
USFS
05.2000 - 11.2002
Diploma -
Los Gatos High School
- Class B License
- B Faller Carded
- Overhead Qualifications
- Heavy Equipment Boss
- Resource Unit Leader
- FF1
- FF2
- Status Check in Recorder
- Training Tech Spec
- More certs upon request
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