Ryan Long

-Respond to the dynamic public safety needs of a diverse community

-Train and build on skills while constantly seeking ways to be an asset for the department

-Maintain tight cohesion with crews while working well in both low and high stress environments

• Cut and cleared brush, as well as dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
• Swamper for VNC Dozer 13, completing construction projects, fire road maintenance, and heavy equipment fire operations.
• 5 years of commitment and regard for our crew program

• Performed general construction work on custom home building projects.
• Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of construction standards.

• Trained in water rescue techniques
• Taught all levels of swim instruction from children to adults
• Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.