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Xavier Atkins

Spokane,WA

Summary

Proven leader and strategic thinker, adept at wildfire suppression and renovation projects with Methow River Wildfire and Eyos General Contracting. Excelled in physical endurance, fire containment, and fostering team collaboration. Enhanced company profitability by over 20% at 10 Stacks Up Entertainment through innovative business planning and market analysis. Skilled in fire behavior prediction and effective communication.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wildland Firefighter

Methow River Wildfire
Carlton, WA
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
  • Utilized incident command systems and protocols during firefighting and emergency operations.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Minimized devastating wildfires by employing hand tools, dozers and air drops for containment operations.
  • Participated in wildfire risk assessments and mitigation planning efforts.
  • Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
  • Operated firefighting equipment, including chainsaws, fire pumps, and hoses, under hazardous conditions.
  • Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
  • Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
  • Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.

CEO

10 Stacks Up Entertainment
Spokane, WA
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Implemented strategic offerings to enhance company's suite of products and services.
  • Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
  • Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
  • Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
  • Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
  • Spearheaded internal initiatives designed to foster collaboration among staff members.
  • Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
  • Managed executive team members to ensure successful execution of projects in a timely manner.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer data to inform decision-making processes.
  • Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.

Home Renovator

Eyos General Contracting
Spokane, WA
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Minimized costs by working and negotiating with multiple suppliers of necessary materials.
  • Cleaned up job sites at the end of each day's work to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Coordinated subcontractors for specialized tasks such as plumbing, electrical work, painting, flooring installation.
  • Operated power tools safely when performing various carpentry duties such as framing walls or installing cabinetry.
  • Repaired drywall damage caused by water leaks or other issues.
  • Ensured compliance with local building codes throughout the entire renovation process.
  • Consulted customers to explain suggested repairs and gain approval before beginning work.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Replaced worn out elements like countertops, cabinets or tile floors.
  • Advised clients on decisions relating to materials and remodeling designs.
  • Applied finishes such as paint or wallpaper in accordance with customer specifications.
  • Installed fixtures such as lighting fixtures, door hardware, windows, doors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Shadle Park HS
Spokane, WA
06-2020

Skills

  • Worked 20-hour shifts on my feet as both a WL firefighter and a Home Renovator
  • Communicating efficiently with peers and work force to minimize confusion and maximize productivity
  • Leading a Team
  • Building a business plan to maximize profit and productivity
  • Backfire and flanking
  • Map reading and navigation
  • Community education
  • Fire weather monitoring
  • Fire containment
  • Secure zone transportation
  • Firefighting equipment maintenance
  • Wildland fire investigation
  • Fire behavior prediction
  • Controlled burning techniques
  • Terrain studying
  • Fire prevention education
  • Water supply management
  • Wildfire suppression
  • Fire shelter deployment
  • Fire crew leadership
  • Physical fitness and endurance

Affiliations

  • Varsity football through HS, had multiple athletic scholarships. (Montana Tech, Arizona State, etc.)
  • Hiking and exercising, staying active and maintaining a healthy diet are always priority.

Certification

  • Red Card (Took a firefighting instruction class, passed 2 written exams and a physical exam to get hired).
  • CPR certified

Timeline

Home Renovator

Eyos General Contracting
09.2024 - 11.2024

Wildland Firefighter

Methow River Wildfire
06.2024 - 09.2024

CEO

10 Stacks Up Entertainment
01.2023 - 03.2024

High School Diploma -

Shadle Park HS

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