Miguel Carbajal
Ojai,CA
Summary
My objective is to represent the fire department to the best of my ability, and to continually learn and grow with the agency, gain new skills, and knowledge within the organization where I can continue to develop my career as a firefighter and future leader. I am a Seasoned Wildland Firefighter with deep knowledge in fire behavior prediction, terrain analysis and suppression tactics.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Fire Engine Operator
Los Padres National Forest | Casitas Fire Station
Ojai, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Led training initiatives for Sundowners Hand Crew, coordinating 80-hour critical training schedule.
- Enhanced firefighting skills through leadership roles in Engine Boss and Crew Boss positions.
- Delivered classes to crew members, fostering skill development and knowledge retention.
- Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies during large-scale fire suppression operations.
Senior Firefighter
Los Padres National Forest, Casitas Fire Station
Ojai, CA
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Supervised a team of firefighters and emergency personnel during incidents.
- Utilized GPS systems to map out areas burned by wildfires and create accurate records of fire perimeters.
- Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
Delivery Driver
Ojai Pizza
Ojai, CA
06.2017 - 03.2023
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Followed proper sanitation protocols when handling food products on the job.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant dining area, kitchen, and delivery vehicle.
Grounds Crew Member
Mark Cranes Tree And Arborist Services
Goleta, CA
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Removed dead, damaged or diseased limbs from trees with hand saws and power saws.
- Disposed of debris generated during tree maintenance activities properly.
- Performed stump grinding operations with heavy-duty machinery such as chippers and grinders.
- Assisted arborists in performing more complex tasks such as cabling systems installation or removal.
Forestry Technician
Inyo National Forest, Crestview Fire Station
Mammoth Lakes, CA
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Acquired knowledge of basic fire ground operations and tactics while maintaining LCES.
- Utilized and maintained hand tools, firing devices, chainsaws, and equipment on fire line.
- Gained familiarity with IRPG, including 10 Standard Firefighting Orders and 18 Watch Out Situations.
- Learned usage and troubleshooting of water pumps, including Mark 3, Shin Daiwa, and Honda models.
- Programmed and operated portable or mobile radio devices effectively.
- Demonstrated basic land navigation skills using maps, compass, and GPS technology.
Server
Agave Maria's
Ojai, CA
03.2012 - 04.2017
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA12-2021
High School Diploma -
Nordhoff High School
Ojai, CA06-2015
Skills
- Self motivation
- Troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fireground operations
- Incident command
- Public safety
Certification
- Engine Boss - Trainee
- Crew Boss - Trainee
- ENOP
- Incident Commander Type 5
- Emergency Medical Technician - Expiration 3/31/2027
- CPAT
- Class B Commercials Drivers License
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Academies
Oxnard College Regional Fire Academy - Battalion 50
Camarillo, CA - Fall 2018
Angeles National Forest Wildland Academy - Academy 23
Sylmar, CA - 2017
References
Paul Hiott | Engine Captain, Los Padres National Forest
805.746.5591 | Paul.hiott@usda.gov
Spencer Lovelace | Engineer, Los Padres National Forest
805.616.6317 | Spencer.lovelace@usda.gov
Oliver Litchfield | Engine Captain, Inyo National Forest
310.850.8840 | Oliver.litchfield@usda.gov
Timeline
Assistant Fire Engine Operator
Los Padres National Forest | Casitas Fire Station
03.2025 - Current
Senior Firefighter
Los Padres National Forest, Casitas Fire Station
03.2023 - 03.2025
Grounds Crew Member
Mark Cranes Tree And Arborist Services
04.2022 - 11.2022
Forestry Technician
Inyo National Forest, Crestview Fire Station
05.2019 - 08.2021
Delivery Driver
Ojai Pizza
06.2017 - 03.2023
Server
Agave Maria's
03.2012 - 04.2017
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Oxnard College
High School Diploma -
Nordhoff High School
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