Patrick Graham

Company Name: Corona Engine 321

• Operated as a rear firefighter on a Type 3 wildland engine, assisting in fire suppression, and mop-up operations.

• Engaged in plumbing hose lays across handlines and dozer lines, ensuring effective water delivery and suppression tactics.

• Trained in car fire suppression, applying proper tactics for vehicle fire attack.

• Worked on strike teams alongside other engine companies, collaborating on initial attack, extended attack, and fireline operations.

• Trained and proficient in simple and progressive hose lays, ensuring efficient water supply management in diverse fire conditions.

• Competent in mobile attack tactics, utilizing engine capabilities for rapid fire suppression across grass and brush fuel models.

• Company Overview: KNF Happy Camp Crew 2

• Operated as a Type 2 IA crew member, engaging in aggressive fire suppression across varied terrain and fuel models while prioritizing safety.

• Constructed direct and indirect handlines using Pulaskis, chainsaws, and chingaderas, including saw team operations for brush and tree removal.

• Conducted mop-up operations, patrolling controlled fire areas, gridding for heat, and extinguishing smokes and open flames.

• Utilized portable pumps (Mark 3, Wickman) to support water delivery and fire suppression efforts.

• Trained in aviation operations, including helicopter loading and unloading procedures.

• Monitored for fire starts from lightning strikes, engaging in spot fire suppression and rapid initial attack.

• Maintained and repaired crew tools and chainsaws, ensuring operational readiness for fireline deployment.

• Gathered and analyzed weather data using belt weather kits and Kestrels for fire behavior assessment.

• Worked closely with dozers, assisting in dozer line preparation and enhancement.

• Participated in tailgate safety briefings and AARs, ensuring adherence to LCES, 10 Standard Firefighting Orders, and 18 Watch-Out Situations.

• Proficient in radio communication, including programming, troubleshooting, and operational use in wildfire environments.

• Engaged in strategic decision-making and problem-solving, adapting to evolving fire conditions to support crew objectives.

• Assisted in prescribed burn operations, preparing burn units and maintaining fuel breaks for forest health.

• Worked supply inventory and equipment delivery to firefighters as needed
• Rolled hoses and checked equipment sent back from firefighters
• Crew leader: Responsible for keeping the crew intact and focused on assignments
• Lead Sawyer
• Operated in Felling trees & fuel reduction
• Responsible for making sure the chainsaws are functioning well
• Training other on chainsaw skills and protocol
• Continuous communication with crew supervisors about progress, and crew assignments

• Responsible for moving business / industrial furniture & equipment to / from contracted location
• Pack, load, and deliver items as instructed
• Accountable for handling client property safely & efficiently
• Assisted Supervisor with pick-up & delivery coordination
• Disassemble and assemble furniture / equipment for commercial accounts
• Assisted in maintaining inventory of property being transported

• Wood construction & repair (decks, fencing, etc.)
• Landscaping & masonry
• Interior & exterior painting