Nicholas Wylie-Van Wagner
Wenatchee,WA
Summary
Diligent professional with experience in emergency support and medical response, coupled with fire suppression techniques. Team-focused with strong communication skills to rapidly and effectively respond to emergencies. Stellar work ethic, integrity, and reliability.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
East Wenatchee, Washington
04.2025 - Current
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, pulaskis, and chainsaws.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Assisted in training new firefighters on proper use of safety gear and techniques for containing wildfires.
- Performed backfire operations to contain advancing fires by burning fuel ahead of them.
- Inspected the assigned area for new starts, smoke sightings, or other signs of active fires.
- Participated in post-incident reviews following the successful completion of a wildfire assignment.
- Arranged medical training to further the knowledge of fellow crew members, as well as people in our engine program.
Ski Patroller
Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort
Wenatchee, WA
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted with emergency response procedures during on-slope incidents.
- Collaborated with team members to execute rescue operations efficiently.
- Communicated safety protocols to guests and encouraged compliance.
- Maintained equipment and supplies necessary for emergencies.
- Tracked lift malfunctions and other technical difficulties reported by guests or staff members.
- Educated guests about safe skiing habits, such as avoiding unmarked trails or areas closed due to hazardous conditions.
- Provided guidance to junior patrollers concerning protocol and best practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Side High School
Wenatchee06-2015
Skills
- Fireline construction-related hand tools
- Understanding the operation of pumps and machinery in fire suppression activities
- Understanding radio use and communication structure
- Medical experience in an outdoor setting
- Leadership
- Willingness to learn and better myself wherever possible
- Ropes and climbing skills
- Post-incident analysis
- Map reading and navigation
- Chainsaw operation
- Incident command system
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Interpersonal communication
Affiliations
- Backcountry skiing
- Rock climbing
- Hiking
- Weight lifting
Certification
- OEC (Outdoor Emergency Care)
- S212 (Basic Chainsaw Operations)
- L280 (Leadership Class)
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
04.2025 - Current
Ski Patroller
Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort
11.2024 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
West Side High School
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