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Ronald Peto

Sahuarita,Arizona

Summary

Seasoned and authoritative Supervisory Firefighter from the Air National Guard with a proven record of leading emergency operations and training programs. Expert in hazardous materials management and emergency medical response, demonstrated through advanced certifications including Fire Officer 3 and NREMT. Excelled in supervisory roles at DOD DMFES, showcasing exceptional leadership and operational skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Firefighter

DOD DMFES
4690 S. Phoenix St., Hours Per Week: 72
01.2020 - Current
  • Drive and Operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity and understand the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, and friction loss
  • Operate and understand the use of basic fire fighting equipment (fire alarm system operations, fire extinguishing equipment operations, etc.) and firefighting techniques
  • Conduct emergency first aid techniques while following safety requirements outlined in standard operating procedures
  • Respond to and identify HAZMAT emergencies and utilize proper techniques and equipment to mitigate the
    hazard
  • Knowledge in basic building design, construction, and occupancy
  • Responded to various aircraft emergencies and have performed shut down procedures, understand the latest cockpit design, cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms and can identify the varies hazards associated with the aircraft to include ordnance placement
  • Can detect and recognize potential or immediate fire hazards; operate communications equipment
  • Able to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; lift and carry heavy loads
  • Able to provide leadership and integrate the actions of a crew under emergency conditions
  • Leads and maintains the SCBA and Air Sampling program
  • Have led and maintained other programs such as: Confined Space Program; Pump Testing Program, Medical equipment, Hazmat, Rescue and ARFF Testing Programs.
  • In top tier physical shape while adhering to a strict physical fitness program
  • Work under adverse environmental conditions
  • Leads a crew of three or more firefighters assigned to man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper or Crash truck for firefight/rescue operations
  • Guided firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment
  • Controls assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex aircraft
  • Directs assigned crew in the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities on a military installation
  • Manages assigned crew in the performance of hazardous material containment and control duties
  • Performs Basic Life support duties in the capacity of an Emergency Medical Technician
  • Assigns crew members to perform maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities
  • Assists in the upgrade training for all new Airmen to the unit

Supervisor: Michael Reilly (520)240-1410
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Supervisory Firefighter

Air National Guard
1400 Super Sabre Dr, Hour Per Week: 48
01.2013 - Current
  • Provides immediate oversight and direction to day-to-day operations at a fire station as the Assistant Chief of Operations for over 2 years
  • Operated as Incident Commander during emergency operations to include Aircraft emergencies, Structural emergencies, medical emergencies
  • Supervises the performance of crash rescue and firefighting duties at airfield handling complex aircraft
  • Supervises the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities
  • Supervises the rescue of personnel and immediate first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare victim for transport to a medical facility
  • Supervises the maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities and have submitted work orders to address issues
  • Complies with health, safety, security and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner the safety of the work environment
  • Lead group of 6 Fire personnel at Silver Flag and was a part of the C-2 operations
  • Supervisor of 12 firefighters attending Rescue 1 and 2 certification courses
  • Supervised the readiness of the fire department in preparation of deploying 12 firefighter personnel

Supervisor: Chief Jose Ordaz (520)295-6161)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Firefighter / Driver Operator / MSA Technician

162nd Wing Fire Department
1400 Super Sabre Dr, Hours Per Week: 72
12.2015 - 01.2020
  • Drive and Operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity and understand the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, and friction loss
  • Operate and understand the use of basic firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operations, fire extinguishing equipment operations, etc.) and firefighting techniques
  • Conduct emergency first aid techniques while following safety requirements outlined in standard operating procedures
  • Respond to and identify HAZMAT emergencies and utilize proper techniques and equipment to mitigate the hazard
  • Can detect and recognize potential or immediate fire hazards; operate communications equipment
  • Able to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; lift and carry heavy loads
  • Able to provide leadership and integrate the actions of a crew under emergency conditions
  • Led and maintained the MSA SCBA Program for fire station

Supervisor: Chief Wade Quigley (520)295-6161
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Bulk Fuel Specialist / Combat Marksmanship Coach

Marine Corps Reserves
3655 S. Wilmot Rd., Hours Per Week: 48
06.2004 - 07.2010
  • Squad Leader directing 12 Marines during stressful operations
  • NCOIC of Security operations for Camp Lemonier in Djibouti Africa during Operation Enduring Freedom
  • Worked in a multi-cultural atmosphere to include working with foreign militants and built a strong rapport withmany different agencies
  • Led many patrol operations in Djibouti Africa to include mapping out route taken, emergency operations ifengaged in hostile fire
  • Conducted pre and post operation briefs for up to 16 personnel

Supervisor: SSgt Wally Tang (520)228-6300
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Contact me first

Education

Technical -or- occupational certificate -

Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Tucson, AZ United States
10-2020

Technical -or- occupational certificate -

Airman Leadership School
Tucson, AZ United States
05-2017

Technical -or- occupational certificate -

Corporal's Course (USMC)
Djibouti, AE United States
05-2008

High School Diploma -

Palo Verde Magnet High School
Tucson, AZ United States
05-2004

Some College (No Degree) - Physiology

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ United States

Skills

  • Emergency Response Incident Management
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Fire ground Communications
  • Radio Communication Proficiency
  • Stress Tolerance and Resilience
  • Problem Solving Abilities
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Emergency Scene Management
  • Leadership and Supervision

References

Ceasar Ordaz - 162nd Wing Fire Department

Fire Chief

(520) 505 - 1680

jose.ordaz@us.af.mil

Michael Hussey - 162nd Wing Fire Department

Assistant Chief of Training

(707) 249 - 4490

Michael.Hussey.2@us.af.mil

Chris Christensen - 162nd Wing Fire Department

Assistant Chief

(520) 390 - 5283

Christian.christensen@us.af.mil

Martin Morales - 162nd Wing Avionics

System Troubleshooter

(520) 954 - 6557

moralesm86@gmail.com

Jason Toone - Banner UMC

Clinical Associate Director

(520) 591 - 1660

Jtoone83@hotmail.com

Timeline

Lead Firefighter

DOD DMFES
01.2020 - Current

Firefighter / Driver Operator / MSA Technician

162nd Wing Fire Department
12.2015 - 01.2020

Supervisory Firefighter

Air National Guard
01.2013 - Current

Bulk Fuel Specialist / Combat Marksmanship Coach

Marine Corps Reserves
06.2004 - 07.2010

Technical -or- occupational certificate -

Noncommissioned Officer Academy

Technical -or- occupational certificate -

Airman Leadership School

Technical -or- occupational certificate -

Corporal's Course (USMC)

High School Diploma -

Palo Verde Magnet High School

Some College (No Degree) - Physiology

Pima Community College
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