Matthew Walmsley
GREAT FALLS,MT
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced Fire Fighter with a passion for teaching. Over 30 years of fire service with 3 different agencies. A wealth of knowledge including 7 seasons of wild land fire suppression and 2 international deployments with USA2. Lead Instructor for GPS/Land Navigation and taught RS1, RS2, RS3, Trench Collapse, CST and Heavy Rigging. Member of EXCON cadre for 17 exercises and recipient of 4 commendations. Accustomed to travel/deployments and a solid addition to any instructor cadre.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Rescue Fire Fighter
Los Angeles County Fire Department
01.2001 - Current
- Responded to technical rescues in the greater Los Angeles area
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Member of CATF2/USA2 since 2010
- Instructed new rescue recruits in all phases of rescue classes
BLM Smokejumper
Bureau Of Land Management
05.1985 - 10.1985
- Conducted wild land fire suppression in remote wilderness areas
- Delivered to remote areas via parachute
- Utilized power and hand tools
- Taught land navigation
Helitack Fire Fighter
CAL FIRE
05.1980 - 10.1980
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical service
- Conducted wild land suppression in remote areas
- Trained in helicopter rappel techniques
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration
CSU Chico
Chico CA05.1985
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA05.1981
Skills
Leadership skills (Captain USMC)
Technical Rescue skills
Rescue Instructor (15 years of instruction)
Timeline
Rescue Fire Fighter
Los Angeles County Fire Department
01.2001 - Current
BLM Smokejumper
Bureau Of Land Management
05.1985 - 10.1985
Helitack Fire Fighter
CAL FIRE
05.1980 - 10.1980
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration
CSU Chico
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Allan Hancock College
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