Tyler R. Miller
Lindsborg
Summary
Developed key skills in high-stress environments, including quick decision-making, teamwork, and leadership. Seeking to expand into new field while leveraging expertise in safety protocols and emergency management. Dedicated to applying strong communication and problem-solving abilities to achieve impactful results in different industry.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter
Department of Defense Fort Riley
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
Hot Shot Crewmember Forestry Technician 0462-04
Smokey Bear IHC
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: Lincoln NF; USDA
- Versatile returning crewmember filled as a FFT1 Last season, this year was a Senior Fire fighter
- Providing leadership as a FFT1 and acting lead crewmember for fire assignments, prescribed fire, and project work as well as perform as a safe driver
- Helped fill vacancies within crew and moved around often
- Senior Firefighter receiving instruction from overhead and implementing projects
- Strong ability to prioritize and delegate tasks to increase the efficiency of work
- Take extra time to explain and demonstrate technical aspects, communicate leader’s intent, expectations, and safety to new crewmembers
- Enforced safety protocols including wearing appropriate protective gear, using proper tools and techniques
- Supervised crews of both volunteer firefighters and seasonal workers providing guidance throughout wildfire events
- Conducted pre-fire planning activities such as mapping, hazard assessments and evacuation plans
- Provided technical support and advice regarding the selection of appropriate saw blades for specific jobs
- Lincoln NF; USDA
Wildland Fire Module Crewmember Forestry Technician 0462-04
Apache Kid WFM
02.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Cibola NF; USDA
- Versatile returning crewmember with three years of commitment to the Apache Kid Wildland Fire Module
- Seasonally fill in on Crew 3 for fuels and prescribed fire in the spring and/or help staff a type 6 engine in the shoulder season
- Provide leadership as a FFT1 and acting lead crewmember for fire assignments, prescribed fire, and project work as well as perform as a safe driver
- Attained Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) functioning as Incident Commander trainee on multiple incidents in timber and grass
- Competently sized up conditions on scene assessing fire behavior (rate of spread, potential, characteristics, flame height, size, etc.); communicated with dispatch and determined need for additional resources; developed appropriate tactical approach and briefed firefighters; established safe anchor point and LCES; and supervised work in progress
- Fill in as acting lead for Crew 3 to support large landscape prescribed fires
- Gained experience in fire behavior in diverse fuel models while on assignments across New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Louisiana (2021)
- Proficiently used drip torches to ignite ground fuels using different firing techniques (strip, chevron, etc.)
- Also directed 3-5 crewmembers during holding operations to seek out (grid), contain, and mop-up spot fires
- Cibola NF; USDA
Handyman
KLJ Contracting
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Operated equipment and vehicles including excavators and loaders to prepare sites
- Executed plans, orders, and technical specifications to complete accurate work according to codes and quality standards
- Routinely coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring
Concrete Finisher
Bam Shotcrete
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Inspected and maintained tools and equipment
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures
- Operated equipment and vehicles, including excavators and loaders to prepare site
- Supervised teammates to move steel forms
- Implemented organizational skills to meet productivity requirements
Server/Bartender
SoSoBa
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Immediately resolved complaints from guests by listening to issues and notifying the restaurant manager
- Provided friendly and courteous service to all guests
- Demonstrated awareness of liability issues and the law by confirming legal drinking age and discontinuing service to intoxicated guests
- Informed customers about all product lines and services offered by the company
- Communicated information to customers about product quality, value, and style
Server/Bouncer
Collins Irish Pub & Grill
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Diligently cleaned, sanitized, and organized food speed racks, food bins, dry storage racks and chemical storage room
- Maintained professionalism in a fast-paced setting handling heavy workloads, including during peak rush hours
- Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings, enabling them to make decisions on appetizers, entrees, and desserts
Squad Leader
US Army
09.2008 - 09.2013
- Counseled with in-depth reports and disseminated them to superior officers to inform them of the squad's patrol activities
- Trained hundreds of peers and subordinates on logistics operations and PBUSE
- Supervised location, construction, and concealment of infantry positions and equipment
- Enhanced group performance by expertly training incoming soldiers on current weapons systems
Education
High School Diploma -
Buckeye Union High School
Buckeye, ArizonaCoconino Community college & University of Maryland
Extensive Military Education
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KSSkills
- Adaptable
- Leadership & teamwork
- Responsible & mature
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Fireline tactics
- Chainsaw operations & maintenance
- Exceptional physical fitness
Training And Education
S130 Firefighter Training, 2020, S290 Intermediate WL Fire Behavior, 2022, S131 Firefighter Type 1, 2022, I100 Intro to ICS, 2020, S190 Intro to WL Fire Behavior, 2020, I200 Basic ICS, 2022, S211 Portable Pumps and Water Use, 2022, IS700 An Intro to NIMS, 2020, S212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws, 2020, L180 Human Factors in the WL Fire Service, 2020, Cevo, 2023, Government Drivers License, 2022, First Aid/CPR, 2023, CDL B Drivers Permit, 2023, Extensive Military Education
Additional Information
USA, Yes, 00000140914, Fully successful
Additional References
- Dillion Padilla, Engine assistant, Forrest Service, Cibola NF, Sandia, 505-967-8453, dpadilla_10@yahoo.com
- Chris Sanchez, Apache Kid, Captain, Forrest Service Cibola NF, Magdalena, 505-859-1470, Christophersanchez133@gmail.com
- Matt Neal, Crew 3 Captain, Forrest Service Cibola NF, 575-937-5301, Matthew.Neal@usda.gov
- Allison Stegmoeller, Apache Kid Senior Fire Fighter, Forrest Service Cibola NF, 626-422-4525, allisionstege@gmail.com
- Sigie Cornejo, Crew 3 assistant/Senior engine 632, Forrest Service, Cibola NF, 505-903-8453, sigie.cornejo.phx@gmail.com
Incident Qualifications
- FFT1 - Firefighter Type 1
- ICT5 - Incident Commander Type 5
- FFT2 - Firefighter Type 2
- FAL3 - Basic Faller
- Valid State Driver License
- Federal Government Driver License
- UTV & Trailer Certified
Certification
- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Certification (ARFF) - Federal Aviation Administration.
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (ProBoard).
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- Wildland Firefighter Certification - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
- Firefighter I Certification (FF I) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Firefighter II Certification (FF II) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
- Ice Rescue Technician – State or Local Government Agencies or Third-Party Organizations.
Timeline
Fire Fighter
Department of Defense Fort Riley
03.2024 - Current
Hot Shot Crewmember Forestry Technician 0462-04
Smokey Bear IHC
05.2022 - 12.2023
Wildland Fire Module Crewmember Forestry Technician 0462-04
Apache Kid WFM
02.2022 - Current
Handyman
KLJ Contracting
06.2019 - 03.2020
Concrete Finisher
Bam Shotcrete
06.2018 - 06.2019
Server/Bartender
SoSoBa
12.2016 - 08.2017
Server/Bouncer
Collins Irish Pub & Grill
01.2016 - 07.2017
Squad Leader
US Army
09.2008 - 09.2013
Coconino Community college & University of Maryland
High School Diploma -
Buckeye Union High School
Extensive Military Education
Hutchinson Community College
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