Benjamin Nicholas
Oakland
Summary
Diligent Worker with a solid background in a variety of team-based operations, both in manual labor and customer service. Consistently delivering quality work in a wide array of environments and tasks. Committed to improving my education and skillset as I continue to build my career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Crew
California Conservation Corps
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Fought wildland fires throughout California
- Cleaned and maintained CAL Fire vehicles
- Cleaned and maintained hand and power tools both in base and out in the field
- Responded to medical emergencies throughout the Greater Tahoe Area
- Volunteered throughout the Greater Tahoe Area during my off-hours
Crew Member
Rocky's Market
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Worked front counter as cashier and customer service
- Was in charge of cleaning duties during my shifts
- Memorized food prices and weekly deals and sales
- Stocked Shelves and organized storage areas
- Assisted with financial management such as cash handling, end -of-day deposits, and taxable gross
Sawyer
Northwest Youth Corps
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Operated throughout the Pacific Northwest
- Created defensible space around rural properties to protect them from potential forest fires
- Removed invasive plants from state and national parks
- Protected water resources from chemical runoff coming from burned out buildings
- Performed basic maintenance and upkeep to saws and tools.
- Sharpened and changed saw blades after and before use
- Maintained an organized and safe cutting area to keep myself and my crew free from harm
Field Laborer / Warhouse Worker
Drew Winery
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Completed various manual tasks such as feeding livestock and work animals, harvesting grapes and apples, and cleaning warehouse
- Packaged orders of wine and cider
- Maintained and inspected warehouse inventory and helped ensure orders were all met
Conservation Corps Member
Northwest Youth Corps
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Restored meadow, sand dune, and riparian areas for safe public use
- Removed invasive plant species from public land areas
- Maintained trail infrastructure on public land
- Demonstrated leadership through the direction of fellow crew members through a rotating "Leader of the Day" cycle
- Worked successfully with diverse group of fellow members to accomplish goals and address issues related to both our project areas and our living spaces
Education
High School Diploma -
Oakland Technical High School
Oakland, CA05.2020
Skills
- USDA Chainsaw Operation and Maintenance
- Hand Tool Use and Maintenance
- OSFM Home Ignition Zone training
- Team Building
- First Aid/CPR
- Conflict Resolution
- PPE Use
Certification
- S-212 Chainsaw Certification - A Sawyer - Northwest Youth Corps - 4/1/23 - Evaluator: Jeff Olson - Expiration 4/1/26
- CAL Fire Public Safety First Aid Certification - State of California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection - 11/20/24 - Expiration - 11/30/26
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED - American Red Cross 2/19/23 - Expiration 2/19/25
Timeline
Fire Crew
California Conservation Corps
11.2023 - 11.2024
Crew Member
Rocky's Market
08.2023 - 11.2023
Sawyer
Northwest Youth Corps
03.2021 - 05.2023
Field Laborer / Warhouse Worker
Drew Winery
01.2021 - 03.2021
Conservation Corps Member
Northwest Youth Corps
06.2020 - 07.2020
- S-212 Chainsaw Certification - A Sawyer - Northwest Youth Corps - 4/1/23 - Evaluator: Jeff Olson - Expiration 4/1/26
- CAL Fire Public Safety First Aid Certification - State of California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection - 11/20/24 - Expiration - 11/30/26
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED - American Red Cross 2/19/23 - Expiration 2/19/25
High School Diploma -
Oakland Technical High School
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