Ryan Owens
Experienced professional with 20+ years in firefighting, vehicle recovery, and animal operations. Skilled in emergency response, equipment readiness, patient care, and safe scene management. Known for teamwork, clear judgment, and reliable performance under pressure.
Known for hard work, honest communication, and safe work practices. Ready to support teams that need reliable leadership and strong problem-solving in challenging conditions.
Experienced operations leader with a strong background in firefighting, hunting guides, vehicle recovery, and equine packing. Known for safety, reliability, and honest work ethic while leading teams, managing high-pressure situations, and keeping equipment and operations ready for service.
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
3 Years 2 MonthsManaged daily operations of a small equine packing business, ensuring efficient service delivery.
maintain equine health.
pack trips.
animal training.
Hunting Guide
8 Years 2 Months- Guided clients through hunting terrain, ensuring safe, ethical field practices.
- Scouted game movement, tracks, and habitat to improve hunt planning.
- Briefed hunters on firearms safety, regulations, and harvest procedures.
- Navigated remote backcountry routes using maps, landmarks, and field knowledge.
- Maintained hunting gear, vehicles, and camp equipment for reliable operation.
- Field dressed and processed harvested game with efficient, sanitary handling.
Professional Firefighter
21 Years 6 Months- Responded to fire, rescue, and emergency medical incidents with rapid, protocol-driven action.
- Operated firefighting apparatus, hoses, ladders, and rescue equipment during active incident scenes.
- Conducted patient assessments and delivered emergency medical care under field conditions.
- Secured hazardous scenes by identifying risks, establishing perimeter controls, and coordinating suppression efforts.
- Performed daily apparatus inspections, equipment checks, and readiness verification for station deployment.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
Vehicle Recovery Technician
19 Years 3 Months- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, brakes, tires, and suspension components
- Repaired hydraulic systems, winches, and towing equipment to restore safe operation
- Fabricated and replaced damaged parts using welding, hand tools, and shop equipment
- Assisted with emergency road service when needed, providing prompt and efficient roadside assistance to stranded drivers.
Education
No Degree - Fire Science
Skills
Accomplishments
- 2022 volunteered on the havasupai indian reservation building a water catchment.
- 2025 assisted in a wild cattle/horse catching operation on the white mountain apache reservation.
- 2013 harvested the 5th largest pope and young typical elk.
- 2007 found lost women out on a vehicle recovery drove her several miles to a medical facility.
- assisted several friends and family members on harvesting several different species of north american wildlife.
Certification
- currently certified emergency medical technician in basic life support