Nathan Cahalan
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Seasoned Baker with almost 3 years of artisan bakery experience. Recognized for resourceful approach to meeting customer need in fast, demanding environment. Knowledgeable understanding of safety requirements to maintain safe workplace.
Physically fit General Laborer effective at completing projects and tasks on schedule. Consistently follows through with all orders and instructions. Works well in team setting to complete all job related duties, maintain safe working conditions and adhere to OSHA regulations.
Professional Wildland Firefighter providing years of hands-on experience in firefighting and emergency care. Exceptional quick-thinking abilities in extreme conditions and talents in leading fire prevention outreach programs and assisting medical teams in emergency situations. Reliable, punctual and physically fit.
Knowledgeable Desired Position with solid background in order selection and inventory management. Proven track record of maintaining accuracy and efficiency in high-volume environments, contributing to streamlined operations and reduced errors. Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and collaborate with team members to meet shifting priorities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Order Selector
Albertsons Distribution Center
Anchorage, AK
03.2025 - Current
- Boosted productivity by efficiently utilizing various equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, to transport and stack merchandise.
- Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
- Demonstrated adaptability, successfully managing multiple tasks simultaneously during peak business hours without compromising quality or speed.
- Expedited order processing timeframes with thorough knowledge of warehouse layout for quick item retrieval.
Driver
Uber, Spark, Doordash
Anchorage, Alaska
11.2024 - Current
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating vehicle.
- Inspected vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
- Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
Ramp Service Agent
Alaska Airlines
Anchorage, AK
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Verified weight limits of luggage loaded onto planes and managed excess baggage accordingly.
- Loaded and unloaded aircraft cargo, passenger baggage and freight.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas at all times according to safety standards.
- Reported any maintenance issues found during servicing of the plane to supervisors promptly.
- Operated conveyor belts, push-back tractors and aircraft tugs daily.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by following established protocols.
- Handled passenger luggage, mail and cargo in accordance with safety and privacy protocols.
- Coordinated with other ramp agents regarding workloads and assisted as needed.
- Collected, sorted and checked baggage tags against flight lists.
- Coordinated day-to-day schedules, tasks and positions for ground crew.
- Connected electrical power units and service hoses to aircraft.
- Monitored the arrival of flights and coordinated activities with ground personnel to ensure efficient turnaround times.
- Ensured that all items loaded onto the aircraft were properly secured before takeoff.
- Inspected aircraft for damage and reported any discrepancies to the supervisor.
Rsa
Swissport International
Anchorage, AK
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Checked aircraft documents and ensured proper paperwork was completed prior to departure.
- Performed aircraft fueling, de-icing, lavatory servicing, water servicing, and cargo loading and unloading.
- Inspected aircraft for damage and reported any discrepancies to the supervisor.
- Loaded and unloaded baggage and freight from aircraft in a safe manner according to regulations.
- Coordinated with other ramp agents regarding workloads and assisted as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on each flight.
- Followed safety procedures while operating ground service equipment such as tugs, belt loaders, container loaders.
- Ensured that all items loaded onto the aircraft were properly secured before takeoff.
- Monitored the arrival of flights and coordinated activities with ground personnel to ensure efficient turnaround times.
- Stocked cargo compartments with necessary supplies such as blankets and pillows for passenger comfort during flight.
Baker
NMS
Anchorage, AK
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Measured out ingredients accurately to ensure consistent product quality.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Assisted in the development of new recipes for a variety of bakery items including cakes, pies and muffins.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
Baker
house of bread
Anchorage, Alaska
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Measured out ingredients accurately to ensure consistent product quality.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Assisted in the development of new recipes for a variety of bakery items including cakes, pies and muffins.
- Placed orders for additional supplies when necessary based on production needs.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed at all times while working in the kitchen.
- Kept records of daily production numbers for each type of item produced.
Lead Ramp Service Agent
Alaska Airlines
Anchorage, AK
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Checking the schedule for assigned flights and assigning duties to the crew members while either assisting them or completing other tasks assigned by the rack room lead.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of ground service equipment.
- Monitored and directed ramp personnel to ensure safe and efficient aircraft loading and unloading operations.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of passengers, baggage, cargo, mail and freight from check-in to aircraft departure.
- Maintained accurate inventory of all ground handling equipment.
- Supervised the proper labeling and documentation of hazardous materials shipments.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, federal regulations and airline policies for ramp operations.
- Performed a variety of duties related to the servicing of aircraft such as fueling, lavatory servicing, water servicing and de-icing.
- Assisted in directing ground support equipment operators while they maneuver aircraft within limited areas on the airfield or ramps.
- Inspected cargo holds prior to loading and unloading for any foreign objects or debris that may cause damage during flight.
- Verified accuracy of manifests against actual cargo loads being loaded onto aircrafts.
- Organized paperwork including load sheets, flight plans and manifest documents for each flight.
- Loaded and unloaded baggage carts as required by customer airlines.
- Worked closely with management team to ensure operational objectives were met.
Delivery Driver
Doordash
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Completing delivery orders in a safe and efficient manner while practicing defensive driving techniques and time management skills.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
Baker
La Segunda Bakery
Tampa, FL
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Checking the daily baking schedule and check for special orders
- The rest of the day consisted of prepping, mixing, proofing, and baking the products.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Measured out ingredients accurately to ensure consistent product quality.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
Baker
House of Bread
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Checking the days bake and special orders, calculate the days bake total, apply the correct recipes, mix ingredients, shape the breads and pastries, allow doughs to proof, bake products until finished.
- Ensured all safety standards were met in accordance with health regulations.
- Trained and managed a team of bakers to ensure quality control and efficiency of production.
- Implemented changes in production methods based on customer feedback.
- Performed daily inspections of ovens, mixers, dough sheeters., ensuring they are clean and functioning properly.
- Conducted research into new trends in baking technology to stay ahead of competition.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Inspected baking equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards.
- Rolled, cut and shaped dough to form bread, rolls, cookies, cupcakes, pie crusts and other baked goods.
Wildland Firefighter
Diamond Fire
Sutherlin, OR
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
- Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
- Performed backfire operations to contain advancing fires by burning fuel ahead of them.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Gathered information from local residents regarding fire history or local conditions that may affect firefighting efforts.
- 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.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Inspected assigned area for new starts, smoke sightings or other signs of active fires.
- Provided medical aid to injured personnel at the scene of a wildfire incident.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations while adhering to safety protocols.
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
- Assessed terrain features such as slopes, wind direction and vegetation types when responding to a wildfire.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Minimized devastating wildfires by employing hand tools, dozers and air drops for containment operations.
Bakery Worker
from the hearth
Redding, CA
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Prepared and baked goods such as cakes, cookies, muffins, pies, and breads according to recipes.
- Cleaned baking equipment and utensils including mixing bowls, measuring cups, pans, trays, ovens and other tools used in the preparation of bakery items.
- Organized ingredients needed for each recipe prior to baking.
- Kept track of inventory levels for flour, sugar and other ingredients used in bakery items.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance before packaging them for sale.
- Packaged freshly-baked goods into bags or boxes with pricing labels attached.
- Stocked shelves with bakery products ensuring freshness dates were up-to-date.
- Maintained a clean work environment throughout the day by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces and disposing of waste materials properly.
- Monitored temperatures inside ovens during baking processes to ensure food safety regulations were met.
- Followed health codes and regulations regarding food handling procedures.
Wildland Firefighter
California Conservation Corps
Redding, CA
08.2014 - 03.2017
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
- Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
- Performed backfire operations to contain advancing fires by burning fuel ahead of them.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Gathered information from local residents regarding fire history or local conditions that may affect firefighting efforts.
- 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.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Inspected assigned area for new starts, smoke sightings or other signs of active fires.
- Provided medical aid to injured personnel at the scene of a wildfire incident.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations while adhering to safety protocols.
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
- Assessed terrain features such as slopes, wind direction and vegetation types when responding to a wildfire.
- Assisted in training new firefighters on proper use of safety gear and techniques for containing wildfires.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Insurance Billing
DeVry University
Villa Park, ILClass A Cdl, Hazmat - Commercial Truck Driving
Aka Hauling
Anchorage, AK02-2025
High school diploma -
John Muir high
Nevada city, CA06.2012
Skills
- Baking
- Crew managing
- Multitasking
- Organization
- Excel program
- Customer service
- Habitat restoration
- Food handler card
- Time management
- Defensive driving
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Safety
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Sourdough Bread Making
- Inventory Reporting
- Solid Problem Solver
- Community Education
- Weather Condition Assessment
- Conditions Assessment
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Rescue Equipment Proficiency
- Accident Site Response
- Pump and Hose Management
- Two-Way Radio Operation
- Hazard Identification
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Emergency Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- FAA Regulations
- Arrival/Departure Procedures
- Security Processes
- Hazardous Materials
- Aircraft Safety Checks
- Corporate Policies
- Special Needs Travelers
- Loading and Unloading
- Sorting and Labeling
- Crew Assistance
- Weight and Balance Determination
- Equipment Inspection
- Flexible Schedule
- Inclement Weather Tolerance
- Ramp Checklist Completion
- Cargo Equipment Operation
- Ground Support Services
- Safety Procedures
- Commercial drivers training
- Commercial driving
- Equipment monitoring
- Punctuality
- Map reading
- Route determination
- Customer rapport
- Vehicle maintenance
- CDL license
- Vehicle inspection
- Order fulfillment
- Heavy lifting
- Pallet arrangement
- Forklift operation
Timeline
Order Selector
Albertsons Distribution Center
03.2025 - Current
Driver
Uber, Spark, Doordash
11.2024 - Current
Ramp Service Agent
Alaska Airlines
11.2023 - 10.2024
Rsa
Swissport International
10.2023 - 11.2023
Baker
NMS
09.2023 - 10.2023
Baker
house of bread
03.2023 - 09.2023
Lead Ramp Service Agent
Alaska Airlines
01.2022 - 02.2023
Delivery Driver
Doordash
05.2021 - 12.2021
Baker
La Segunda Bakery
12.2020 - 04.2021
Baker
House of Bread
01.2020 - 11.2020
Wildland Firefighter
Diamond Fire
05.2018 - 11.2019
Bakery Worker
from the hearth
04.2017 - 05.2018
Wildland Firefighter
California Conservation Corps
08.2014 - 03.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Insurance Billing
DeVry University
High school diploma -
John Muir high
Class A Cdl, Hazmat - Commercial Truck Driving
Aka Hauling