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Richard Padilla

Montrose,CO

Summary

Motivated firefighter with extensive experience as a helicopter crew member and expertise in fire suppression and search and rescue. Demonstrates quick thinking and composure in stressful situations. Strong track record of efficiently responding to fire incidents and search and rescue calls, with 3 years of hands-on experience. Northeastern Junior College graduate with an Associate degree in Applied Science in Fire Science Technologies, bringing intellectual curiosity to the table.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Helitack Wildland Firefighter

Montrose Helitack
05.2022 - Current
  • Conducted precise water drop on fire using clear and concise communication over the radio with the pilot.
  • Prepared daily manifest forms and ensured personnel/ cargo weight was within performance ratings of aircraft.
  • Streamlined incident reporting processes with meticulous documentation of personnel hours, equipment usage, and costs incurred.
  • Bolstered crew cohesion through strong communication skills, fostering a supportive team environment.
  • Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
  • Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.

Driver and Opperator

Cam Services
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Worked here as Summer job from May to August 2020 and 2021
  • Property maintenance by using a street sweeper, and backpack blower.
  • Pre trip and post tripping truck for basic vehicle maintenance and safety.
  • Filed paperwork including work orders and maintenance done.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technologies

Notheastern Junior College
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Wheat Ridge High School
05.2020

Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
  • First Aid
  • Social Competence
  • Resilience
  • Integrity
  • Hard Worker
  • Helitack Operations

Certification

  • Adult First Aid and Basic Life Support
  • NWCG - S-130, Firefighter Training, S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, L-180, Human Factors In The Wildland Fire Service
  • NWCG - L-280, Followership to Leadership
  • NWCG - S-131, Firefighter Type 1 Training
  • NWCG - S-211, Portable Pumps and Water Use
  • NWCG - S-212, Wildland Fire Chainsaws
  • NWCG - S-219, Firing Operations
  • NWCG - S-230/S-231, Crew Boss and Engine Boss
  • NWCG - S-270, Basic Air Operations
  • NWCG - S-271, Helicopter Crew Member
  • NWCG - S-273, Single Engine Airtanker Manager
  • NWCG - S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
  • Incident Command System - 100, 200, 700, 800 Certified
  • Certified FFT1, ICT5, HECM, FAL3

Timeline

Helitack Wildland Firefighter

Montrose Helitack
05.2022 - Current

Driver and Opperator

Cam Services
05.2021 - 08.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technologies

Notheastern Junior College

High School Diploma -

Wheat Ridge High School
Richard Padilla