Percy Gonzales
Payson,AZ
Summary
Interested in pursuing training and continued career development as a wildlife fire fighter, and to obtain more knowledge and further education in becoming part of the engine crew.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Forestry Technician-OC-18 Type Hand Crew
Wildland Firefighter
06.2021 - Current
- Actively participated in arduous physical training
- Performed hose lays with rolled hose and hose packs
- Properly build hose packs with hose and brass
- Safely cut down trees and bushes with chainsaw, as "Sawyer"
- Proper use of Chainsaw, Pulaski, Combie, Chingadera, swapped for Sawyer.
- Reduced fire hazards through controlled burns and brush clearing, maintaining safe environments for wildlife and human populations.
- Built burn piles on thinning units (Fuel reduction)
- Proficient at mop up operations on wildfires
- Familiar with reading maps and use of compasses
- Exposed to Mileage Maintenance Cards for vehicles
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Forestry Technician
Wildland Firefighter
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Actively participated in arduous physical training.
- Performed hose lays with rolled hose and hose packs.
- Properly build hose packs with hose and brass.
- Safely cut down trees and bushes with chain saw, as "Sawyer".
- Proper use of Chainsaw, Pulaski, Combie, Chingadera, swapped for Sawyer.
- Reduced fire hazards through controlled burns and brush clearing.
- Maintained safe environments for wildlife and human populations.
- Built burn piles on thinning units (Fuel reduction).
- Proficient at mop up operations on wildfires.
- Familiar with reading maps and use of compasses.
- Exposed to Mileage Maintenance Cards for vehicles.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Line/Laborer
Bogle Production Facility
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Strengthened workplace safety culture by actively participating in safety meetings and trainings.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Maintained safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies.
- Cleaned and maintained production equipment in accordance with company standards and guidelines.
- Arrived early, ready to work, ensuring preparation for tasks provided that day.
Carwash Assistant
Bubbles Carwash
03.2017 - 04.2017
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Wiped down vehicles to ensure they were spot free after wash
- Polished windows and mirrors of vehicles
- Adhered to company safety protocol's and ensure safety of other team members.
- Arrived early to work to prepare equipment for other team members to effectively begin day.
Corp. Member
California Conservation Corp
01.2015 - 11.2015
- Participate in fire prevention & inspection program.
- Developed teamwork skills by collaborating effectively within diverse crews during physically demanding projects.
- Supported fire prevention and suppression goals by building fire breaks and eliminating hazardous brush.
- Used chainsaws and power equipment to remove unwanted brush and small trees.
- Built burn piles with removed fuels and utilized McLeod's and shovels to facilitate all other forest thinning needs.
- Assisted in preservation of Fallen Leaf Lake trails on project work assignments.
- Use of proper PPE.
- Worked in inclement weather situations while maintaining proper safety standards.
- Participated in crew briefings and after-action reviews (AAR) to ensure awareness of current day plans and review prior day's activities.
Warehouse Worker
Snelling Temp Agency
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during picking process.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Warehouse Worker
Greene And Hemly, Inc.
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Education
CPR, First Aid And AED ID #CA20244 - CPR And First Aid
Basic Life Support
Lake Tahoe, CA04.2022
Multiple Certifications - Wildland/Forest Firefighting
Basic 40
Lake Tahoe Basin07.2015
High School Diploma -
C. K. Mcclatchy High School
Sacramento, CA05.2012
Skills
- Strict physical training regimen, working out 5 days/week 1-2 hours per day on average Doing combination weight and endurance
- Ability to work with diverse groups
- Follow instructions and procedures
- Adhere to safety Guidelines
- Willing to Learn
- Safety Precautions
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Forestry Technician-OC-18 Type Hand Crew
Wildland Firefighter
06.2021 - Current
Forestry Technician
Wildland Firefighter
06.2020 - 08.2020
Line/Laborer
Bogle Production Facility
09.2018 - 10.2018
Carwash Assistant
Bubbles Carwash
03.2017 - 04.2017
Corp. Member
California Conservation Corp
01.2015 - 11.2015
Warehouse Worker
Snelling Temp Agency
06.2014 - 08.2014
Warehouse Worker
Greene And Hemly, Inc.
06.2013 - 09.2013
CPR, First Aid And AED ID #CA20244 - CPR And First Aid
Basic Life Support
Multiple Certifications - Wildland/Forest Firefighting
Basic 40
High School Diploma -
C. K. Mcclatchy High School
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