Meshel Rad
Marina Del Rey,CA
Summary
Motivated Engine Boss recognized for strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities coupled with a successful 13-year track record in the industry. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Supervisor
Wildfire Defense Systems
Riverside, California
06.2024 - Current
- Developed scheduling and coordination of shift staffing levels, changes and activities.
- Managed 3 Task forces and 20 pieces of equipment.
- Supervised and coordinated tactical methodology used in resolving emergencies and other situations.
- Performed frequent station inspections and drafted reports and plans for issues of importance.
- Reviewed fire reports and payroll entries of station officers to verify accuracy and completeness.
EMT skills instructing
West Coast EMT
03.2023 - Current
- Skills Instructor
Engine Boss
Wildfire Defense Systems
Bozeman, MT
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Developed and implemented fire safety training programs for personnel.
- Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
- Monitored shift activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
ENGINE CAPTAIN
J3 CONTRACTING WILDFIRE SUPPRESSION, GLACIER PEAK WILDFIRE, BIG STATE WILDFIRE
05.2017 - 06.2023
- Responsible for leading a fire engine and crew on wildland and prescribed fire incidents including: Constructing fire line utilizing hand tools, cutting, and clearing vegetation utilizing power saws; performing structure protection; Conducting mop up and patrol operations; Assigning with ignitions operations; Operation of pumps; Installation of hose lays and water delivery systems
- Schedule, coordinate tasks, evaluate, and provide safety guidance to assigned employees
- Design, develop, write plans, implement and monitor various projects, including but not limited to: hazardous fuels reduction, prescribed fire, and natural resource management
- Managed a team of 3 firefighters on 40+ fires throughout the United States including the Swan Lake Fire, Alaska, West Mims Fire, Florida, Dixie Complex, California.
HANDYWOMAN/ELECTRICIAN
REBEL ROUTE LLC
Los Angeles, CA
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Strong communication skills with employer and customers
- Initiative-taker with good time management skills
- Ability to safely use common power and hand tools
- Experience installing and replacing plumbing systems
- Experience with woodworking, sheet rock and wall installation.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP
CAFÉ ZAMBEZI HOUSE OF AFRICA, LIVINGSTONE, AFRICA
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Analyzed weakness in customer service and developed training sessions
- Gained perspectives in general management jobs/tasks in hospitality by running the hotel and determining efficient practices
- Developed effective social networking outreach, which brought in customers and allowed them to book their stay online
- Assisted the organization of two high-level events at the restaurant and served as a primary contact.
TYPE 1 FIREFIGHTER
J3 CONTRACTING
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Responded quickly to changing situations under emergency conditions
- Developed, maintained, and strengthened partnerships with others
- Able to adapt under pressure and to changing work demands.
RANCH, FARM HAND
RAD FARM AND CHEMICAL
06.2004 - 10.2016
- Provided 24-hour manual labor support on ranch when needed
- Working knowledge of machinery used to make repairs to farming equipment and vehicles
- Oversaw the cutting, baling, and hauling of hay.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
TYPE 2 FIREFIGHTER, TYPE 1 FIREFIGHTER
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF LANDS
Craigmont, ID
06.2012 - 10.2014
- Squad Boss
- Incident Commander type five
- Led module leaders a group of 10 people.
Education
B.A. INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES - Marketing and Management
BUSHNELL UNIVERSITY
Eugene, OR05-2016
Associate of Arts - Business
WALLA WALLA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Walla Walla, WA06-2014
EMT CERTIFIED -
WEST COAST EMT
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor - First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course
Red Cross
Santa Monica, CA 10.2024 - 10.2024
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Energetic approach to work and life
- Self-motivated with dedicated work ethic
- Dependable and reliable team player
- Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to remain calm under stress and perform duties under adverse and stressful conditions
Certification
- Wildland firefighter type 2
- Wildland firefighter type 1
- Incident commander type 5
- Squad boss
- Engine boss
- S290 Intermediate fire behavior
- S-230 Crew boss single resource
- L-280 Followership to Leadership
- WCFT Level A
- S-231 Engine boss single resource
- S-211 Portable pumps and water use
- IS-700 Introduction to NIMS
- AH-330 Strike Team/Task force Leader
- ICS-300 Intermediate ICS
- American Heart Association BLS
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
Timeline
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor - First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course
Red Cross
10.2024 - 10.2024
Battalion Supervisor
Wildfire Defense Systems
06.2024 - Current
Engine Boss
Wildfire Defense Systems
07.2023 - 06.2024
EMT skills instructing
West Coast EMT
03.2023 - Current
HANDYWOMAN/ELECTRICIAN
REBEL ROUTE LLC
02.2022 - 02.2023
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP
CAFÉ ZAMBEZI HOUSE OF AFRICA, LIVINGSTONE, AFRICA
04.2018 - 06.2018
ENGINE CAPTAIN
J3 CONTRACTING WILDFIRE SUPPRESSION, GLACIER PEAK WILDFIRE, BIG STATE WILDFIRE
05.2017 - 06.2023
TYPE 1 FIREFIGHTER
J3 CONTRACTING
10.2015 - 05.2017
TYPE 2 FIREFIGHTER, TYPE 1 FIREFIGHTER
IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF LANDS
06.2012 - 10.2014
RANCH, FARM HAND
RAD FARM AND CHEMICAL
06.2004 - 10.2016
B.A. INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES - Marketing and Management
BUSHNELL UNIVERSITY
Associate of Arts - Business
WALLA WALLA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
EMT CERTIFIED -
WEST COAST EMT
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