Taylor Grasmick
Alpine,CA
Summary
Forestry technician with expertise in wildfire management and emergency response. Proven track record of collaborating with first responders and efficiently operating field equipment, leading to successful fire containment and enhanced team safety. Seeking to transition into emergency response as an EMT, with aspirations to become a firefighter paramedic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forestry Technician
USDA Forest Service
Descanso, California
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Responded quickly to wildland fires; assisted in containment by laying hose lines, clearing brush, and constructing firebreaks to protect communities.
- Collaborated with first responders to coordinate efforts during multi-agency emergency situations, enhancing response effectiveness.
- Participated in prescribed burning activities to restore natural fire cycles to an area's ecosystem.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to ensure readiness and improve skills in fire suppression tactics.
- Maintained equipment and ensured compliance with safety regulations in the field.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Performed routine maintenance on fire trucks and firefighting gear.
Project Assistant
Consolidated Building Systems Inc
San Diego, California
05.2019 - 05.2023
- Managed document control for all Capital Projects at SDGE.
- Supported Project Managers in record management by organizing safety notice forms, project deliverables, and documents
- Compiled and organized daily reports for general contractor in Raken, ensuring timely access to project information
- Enhanced company's marketing and social media presence through content creation and strategic engagement
- Certified drone pilot, capturing and developing footage of construction projects for marketing and client records
- Digital media production through Adobe Premiere Pro for drone videography, landscape photography and podcast production
Education
EMT Training Course -
EMSTA College
Santee, CA05-2024
High School Diploma -
El Capitan High School
Lakeside, CA06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Environmental Systems Earth Science
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CASkills
- Wildfire management
- Emergency response
- Field equipment operation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Wildfire management
- Working in high pressure scenarios
Certification
- EMT — NREMT, May 2024, Current recertification up to date
- EMT Basic — San Diego County EMS Officer, March 2026
- BLS Provider — AHA, February 2026
Timeline
Forestry Technician
USDA Forest Service
05.2023 - 11.2025
Project Assistant
Consolidated Building Systems Inc
05.2019 - 05.2023
EMT Training Course -
EMSTA College
High School Diploma -
El Capitan High School
Some College (No Degree) - Environmental Systems Earth Science
University of California, San Diego