Zion Thomas

• Firefighter type 1 hand crew.
• Gained strong leadership skills by working in a team environment.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

• Dispatch to emergencies as a Type I CAL FIRE Hand Crew to perform duties in operations including but not limited to initial attack fire suppression, hand line construction using LCES standards while maintaining standards of conduct.

• Perform hand crew duties including packing line gear including water, tools, food, and a variety of equipment over varies terrain in hot and smoky conditions to get to the work site. Responsible for packing out gear and materials.

• Use of drip torches and fusees for ignition of burn piles, fire operations, and during prescribed burning.

• Perform numerous fuel reduction projects during inactive/staffing patterns while waiting for contact from fire dispatch.

• Work collaboratively with CAL FIRE Crews as a strike team to perform duties on various emergencies.

• Perform a variety of shift assignments including 24-hour shifts as assigned by overhead personnel while on emergency assignment.

• Patrol Fire line for heats, roll-out and other threats to the line.

• Apply working knowledge of fuels, terrain, weather, and fire behavior into decisions and actions related to emergency dispatch and daily assignments.

• Use training in Incident Command System (ICS) terminology, organization, and command structure in daily activities while on emergency dispatch assignment.

• Ensure use of personal protection equipment (PPE) and worked with cache/unit supply, for replacements as needed using appropriate forms.

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs). detailed by CAL Fire, Crew Supervisors, and fire personnel.

• Ensure inventory control by proper restocking and resupply of tools, vehicles, food, water, and supplies.

• Remove vegetation, constructed Fire line from residential properties to protect from active fire emergencies.

• Maintain peak physical conditioning while performing as a Firefighter I.

• Take weather observations using Belt Weather kit and report hourly to Division resources on Tac channel using BK radio.

• Identify hazard trees in the burn area (candlesticks, cat faces, burned-out root systems, snags, etc.) and took necessary precautions by removing or monitoring for reignition.

• Adjust tactics during initial attack to address slop-overs, spot fires, and a need to retreat and regroup.

• Bump messages throughout crew during line construction.

• Able to recognize and respond effectively to an IWI.

• Complete mop-up and gridding, including use of backpack pump when hose lays are not available.

• Cut Fire line, mop-up hot spots, and support hose lays by using chainsaws and/or other hand tools to assist with wildland fire suppression.

• Monitor fire weather conditions using hand-held kestrel weather kit.

• Communicate with the District's emergency dispatch center via hand-held radio or vehicle radio to report daily work site location or to report emergencies.

• Manage day-to-day operations based on goals established by supervisor and CalFire.

• Perform construction/deconstruction of hose lays using various tools such as gated Ys, inline Ts, nozzles, reducers/increasers, and spanner wrenches and manual carrying of bladder bags as necessary on various terrains on large and small fires.

• Perform burn-out operations to ensure minimal loss of natural resources.

• Perform mop-up operations including but not limited to cold trailing, smoke mitigation, extinguishing all heat sources within fire-line parameters as assigned.

• Utilized Lean Manufacturing principles to identify areas for process improvement and increased efficiency.
• Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
• Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
• Used precision measuring tools, micrometers and calipers to meet required product specifications.
• Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
• Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
• Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
• Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
• Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
• Contributed to reduced waste generation by implementing recycling initiatives within the workspace.
• Managed inventory levels by tracking material usage and coordinating timely replenishment orders with suppliers.
• Participated in cross-functional teams focused on achieving company-wide goals related to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
• Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
• Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.

• Being able to work under tough conditions
• Leading the process of installation for team
• Holding myself and team accountable for mistakes or safety
• Installation and teaching of installation
• Material handling
• Machine operator
• Heavy equipment operator.
• Improved team productivity by providing training to new floor technicians on proper procedures and best practices.
• Performed minor repairs on flooring materials such as carpet seams or loose tiles to maintain a professional appearance throughout the facility.
• Conducted routine inspections of the facility''s floors to identify potential problem areas requiring attention or repair.
• Assessed high-traffic areas and planned flooring layout and seam placement to suit expected traffic patterns.