Rachel Fire
Killeen,TX
Summary
Experienced leader with a passion for environmental conservation and natural resource management. Highly-motivated individual eager to apply prior experiences in determination, mental perseverance, and resilience to any situation, minor or major. Committed to career advancement through the the continuous pursuit of higher education and training.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consulting Utility Forester
ACRT
Southeast, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Provided technical support to utility line crews on proper tree pruning techniques and safety protocols.
- Recommended appropriate control measures for invasive species which may threaten the integrity of utility infrastructure.
- Reviewed aerial photographs and topographic maps to locate new transmission line projects or areas requiring maintenance work.
- Conducted field inspections of utility rights-of-way to assess vegetation conditions and identify hazardous trees.
- Monitored progress of contractors performing right-of-way clearing activities according to established standards.
- Located trees and forest plots through use of GPS, aerial and satellite data.
- Operate Off road vehicles such as 4x4 pick up trucks, UTV/ ATVs, & winch attachments.
Volunteer Natural Resource Management
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Lampasas, TX
09.2021 - Current
- Active in natural resource management working alongside park rangers in various tasks and projects throughout the Colorado Bend State Park
- Tasks include; assisting park visitors with park info/ rules and regulations, manual labor for beautification and environmental preservation, and construction of hiking trails.
Utility Vegetation Planner Specialist
Davey Resource Group
Austin, TX
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Work with the local energy company to address the vegetation clearance needs for the distribution and streetlight facilities
- Inspect utility rights of ways and identify vegetation incompatible with state and federal regulations
- Collect and enter data on handheld devices, follow maps and use GPS navigation
- Communicate with landowners regarding work on or near their property
- Assess all terrain, habitat, and environmental conditions
- Regular use of Microsoft Office suite, Google Drive, ArcGIS maps and electronic work planning software.
Arborist Grounds Person/ Plant Health Care Specialist
Bartlett Tree Experts
Austin, TX
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Duties include pruning, rigging, and removal of trees to prevent hazardous conditions/ extend life of tree
- Conducting aerial lift operations
- Implementing and enforcing work zone safety procedures
- Properly maintaining and operating equipment such as hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, loaders, work trucks, aerial lifts, and skid steers.
- Assisting Arborist crew leaders on ground and aloft and assuming the role of active crew leader when necessary
- Performing pesticide, fungicide, and herbicide application to private and commercial properties to maintain or improve tree health
- Fertilizing and conducting root invigoration treatments
- Assessing the conditions of trees and providing recommendations to customers through verbal and written reports.
Range Control/ Range Land Management
Katmai Government Services
Fort Hood, TX
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Enforced all Fort Hood regulations while ensuring the safety of all personnel, wildlife, and cattle
- Conducted routine maintenance and repair on generators, work vehicles, tractors and attachments.
- Performed infrastructure maintenance to maintain basic facilities such as roads, buildings, power supplies, and communications equipment
- Performs manual labor and groundskeeping on all ranges for safety, functionality, and beautification purposes in all adverse weather conditions w/ mechanical, pioneer, power, and carpentry tools
- Responsible for assisting the fire department with control burns and the removal of invasive species
- Ensured vegetation upkeep to prevent overgrowth to reduce exposure of wildlife to military and civilian personnel while preventing wildfires
- Monitored movement of cattle/ wildlife on over 500 acres of government/ rancher property and enforced safety protocols to maintain harmonious co-existence of people and wildlife
- Ensured military operations were maneuvering appropriately to reduce the environmental impact of heavy machinery, vehicles, and equipment
Team Leader/ Engineer Operations
U.S. Army
Various
08.2009 - 11.2013
- Responsible for training, professional development, health, morale, and welfare of 5+ lower enlisted soldiers
- Conducted maintenance on all heavy equipment and vehicles; ensured all safety policies and regulations were being exercised on construction sites
- Trained and deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; managed and conducted training on tracking and communication devices; provided accurate, in-depth analysis of the battlefield to leadership; monitored operations in Northern and Southern engineer regions of Afghanistan.
Education
3.5 Years of College Course Credits- Set To Graduate October, 2024 - Environmental Science- Nat. Resource &Conserv.
SNHU
General Educational Development -
BOCES
Liverpool, NYSkills
- Effective leadership and management
- Supervising
- Communication and team development
- Project Coordination
- Self-management
- Conflict resolution
- Military Experience
- Arboriculture
- Tractor operations
- Carpentry
- Groundskeeping
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Herbicide Application
- Environmental Compliance
- Pest Management
- GPS Navigation
- ArcGIS proficiency
- First-aid and CPR
- Technical report writing
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Park equipment knowledge
- Resource Monitoring
- Park regulations and safety
- Physical Fitness
- Public Safety
- Grounds Maintenance
- Park visitor assistance
- Park visitor relations
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
Class CM Driver License
TDA- Non-commercial pesticide applicator license
CPR/ AED
Aerial Lift Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Consulting Utility Forester
ACRT
05.2023 - Current
Utility Vegetation Planner Specialist
Davey Resource Group
12.2022 - 05.2023
Volunteer Natural Resource Management
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
09.2021 - Current
Arborist Grounds Person/ Plant Health Care Specialist
Bartlett Tree Experts
06.2021 - 12.2022
Range Control/ Range Land Management
Katmai Government Services
01.2018 - 09.2020
Team Leader/ Engineer Operations
U.S. Army
08.2009 - 11.2013
3.5 Years of College Course Credits- Set To Graduate October, 2024 - Environmental Science- Nat. Resource &Conserv.
SNHU
General Educational Development -
BOCES
Class CM Driver License
TDA- Non-commercial pesticide applicator license
CPR/ AED
Aerial Lift Certification
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