Sambo Lou
Bellflower,CA
Summary
Highly motivated individual with years of in-depth knowledge of fire suppression. Quick learner that is able to work under pressure and remain calm during extreme situations. Collaborative team player, rotating from a hand crew to an engine crew, that is constantly willing to learn and assist others.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter 1 (Engine Crew)
CAL FIRE
08.2023 - Current
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Performed wildfire mitigation techniques such as hose lays and cutting line to extinguish vegetation fires.
- Inspected and upkept all equipment to ensure emergency readiness.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Firefighter 1 (Saw Team)
CAL FIRE
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Trained on all positions of the tool order to ensure understanding of all of my equipment.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Participated in weekly hikes to maintain endurance and stamina.
Firefighter 1 (Saw Team)
CAL FIRE
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Attended trainings to expand knowledge in firefighting techniques and methods to enable quick decision-making skills during emergencies.
- Constructed hand line in steep terrain utilizing chainsaw, pulaski, and mcleods.
- Identified and fell hazard trees using chainsaw.
- Participated in vegetation management projects to enhance the health of native plant species and to eliminate hazardous wildland fire fuels.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness through hikes, runs, and lifting weights.
- Demonstrated accountability, adaptability, and commitment on a daily basis.
- Expanded knowledge of EMS, structural firefighting, and wildland firefighting through extensive training and presentations.
- Ensured that vehicles and equipment were at a constant state of readiness for emergency calls.
- Engaged in helitack trainings in conjunction with Rohnerville Air Attack and Kneeland Helitack Bases.
- Participated in daily after action reviews to identify mistakes and enhance future performance.
- Maintained and operated a state vehicle.
Type 1 Wildland Firefighter (Saw Team)
California Conservation Corps
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Carried responsibility as a sawyer on an initial attack hand crew to ensure the proper techniques were being utilized and safely executed along with constantly keeping situational awareness a priority.
- Promoted to a Fire Specialist position by holding a safety presentation, completing volunteer hours, and conducting after-action reviews.
- Ensured readiness of all tools and equipment through constant maintenance.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Created defensible space and fuel mitigation both during wildfires and trainings to reduce human and property loss from wildfires.
- Conducted daily PPE inspections, six minutes of safety, as well as weather conditions briefings to ensure safety on the fire line.
Type 2 Wildland Firefighter (Saw Team)
California Conservation Corps
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Served as a sawyer on a hand crew under the authority of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the California Conservation Corps.
- Responded to numerous fuels reduction projects, and fuel break projects.
- Cut and cleared brush at fire incidents, utilizing chainsaw and various hand tools.
- Performed vegetation management projects utilizing prescribed burn efforts and holding operations to reduce dense vegetation around wildland urban interfaces.
- Served as a leader figure and team player to aid crew in establishing daily objectives.
- Maintain physical fitness level necessary to effectively perform for extended periods under extreme terrain, fuel, and weather conditions.
- Performed gridding efforts after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could rekindle or flare up.
- Carried out maintenance on all equipment following each incident to ensure functionality.
- Conducted vehicle inspections for proper working order.
Server
Panvimarn Thai Cuisine
09.2015 - 08.2020
- Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
- Provided quality customer service and experiences to patrons to maintain guest satisfaction.
- Bussed and reset tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
- Updated inventory at the end of every shift.
Manager
Dwntwn (retail)
06.2012 - 08.2015
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team cohesion and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
- Increased sales through excellent customer service and brand knowledge.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff to maximize performance.
- Researched and implemented protocols to maximize efficiency based on current market trends.
- Created rapport and professional relationships with customers and sales representatives.
- Oversaw that daily goals were met.
- Boost and maintain staff morale.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA12.2020
Emergency Medical Technician
West Coast EMT
Anaheim, CA03.2023
Associate of Science - Wildland Fire Technology
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA06.2024
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CASkills
- First Aid and CPR (Basic Life Support)
- Safety-conscious
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Mechanically comprehensive
- Coordination
- Team building
- Strategies and Tactics
- Line construction
- Fuels management
- Use of chainsaw and hand tools
- Equipment evaluation
- Collaborative relationships
- Weather condition assessment
- Time management
- Cleanliness
- Food Prep
- Cooking
Certifications
First Aid and HazMat
- Emergency Medical Technician
- HazMat First Responder Operations Level II Responder
- Confined Space Rescue Awareness
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress/Pro Board
- IFSAC/Pro Board - Firefighter 1
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
- CAL FIRE Basic Firefighter 219 Hour
- 68 hours of Fire Crew Firefighter
- Wildland Safety and Survival 8 Hour
National Wildfire Coordinating Group
- S-110 (Basic Wildland Fire Orientation)
- S-130 (Firefighter Training)
- S-190 (Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior)
- S-212 (Wildland Fire Chainsaws)
- I-200 (Basic Incident Command System)
- L-180 (Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
- IS-100 (Introduction to Incident Command System)
- IS-200 (Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response)
- IS-700 (An Introduction to the National Incident Management System)
- IS-800 (National Response Framework, An Introduction)
Miscellaneous
- Flood Fighter
- Defensive Driver
Achievements
CCC Southern Region "Most Outstanding Crew"
Volunteer Work
El Dorado Regional Park - New Year's Celebration
Parking control and litter pick-up.
California Conservation Corps
50+ hours of volunteer work including center maintenance and replenishing cab shack.
References
CALFIRE Fire Captain Chris Miller
christopher.miller@fire.ca.gov
(909) 362-4392 / (209) 790-9824
CALFIRE Fire Captain Chay Nance
chay.nance@fire.ca.gov
(805) 432-7465
CALFIRE Fire Captain Alex Trujillo
alex.trujillo@fire.ca.gov
(805) 504-5569
CALFIRE Fire Captain Vernon Cowins
vernon.cowins@fire.ca.gov
(760) 660-9401
Timeline
Firefighter 1 (Engine Crew)
CAL FIRE
08.2023 - Current
Firefighter 1 (Saw Team)
CAL FIRE
03.2023 - 08.2023
Firefighter 1 (Saw Team)
CAL FIRE
04.2022 - 12.2022
Type 1 Wildland Firefighter (Saw Team)
California Conservation Corps
03.2021 - 01.2022
Type 2 Wildland Firefighter (Saw Team)
California Conservation Corps
09.2020 - 03.2021
Server
Panvimarn Thai Cuisine
09.2015 - 08.2020
Manager
Dwntwn (retail)
06.2012 - 08.2015
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Long Beach City College
Emergency Medical Technician
West Coast EMT
Associate of Science - Wildland Fire Technology
Rio Hondo College
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Long Beach City College
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