Brandon Macias
Los Angeles
Summary
Watchful Firefighter possessing excellent critical thinking and strategic planning abilities. Safety-conscious and resourceful professional with 4 fire seasons background in field. Committed to saving lives and property through fire suppression, education and prevention activities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter 1
Cal Fire SDU
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Reduced wildfire damage to property by employing effective structure protection measures.
- Reduced environmental impact of wildfires by employing controlled burning techniques under strict safety conditions.
- Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Increased efficiency in wildfire suppression by implementing advanced firefighting techniques and equipment.
Fire Fighter I
Cal Fire SDU
03.2023 - 12.2023
- First puller, and guided the sawyer through cuts and maintained situational awareness
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Firefighter I
Cal Fire TUU
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
- Experienced in puller position
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Wildland Firefighter
CCC/Cal Fire
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Acted quickly to contain hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
Amazon
Food Packager
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Worked overnight shifts during peak periods to meet coverage needs.
- Oversaw product loading to keep items balanced, work efficient and items secure for safe delivery.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Escalated issues to supervisor for immediate remediation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alliance Margaret M. Bloomfield Technology Academy High School
Los Angeles, CA06.2019
Skills
- Fire containment
- Conditions assessment
- Fire suppression tools operations
- Firefighting activities
- Hose connections
- Fire suppression
- CPR and first aid
- Fire prevention
- Firefighting
- Emergency Response
- Equipment evaluation
Certification
S-212: Wildland Chainsaw
C-212 Wildland Fire Chain Saws Level A
C-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
L-180: Human Factors on the Fireline
S-110: Basic Wildland Firefighter Orientation
S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
S-130: Firefighter Training
S-131 Firefighter type 1
SFT Fire Fighter 1C: Wildland
Wildland Firefighter Safety & Survival - Level 1
Fema ICS 100
Fema ICS 200
Fema ICS 700
Fema ICS 800
CPR/AED Public Safety First Aid
Confined space awareness
Hazmat Fro
Hazmat Fra
Basic Life Support
Additional Information
References
. Alex Trujillo ( Cal Fire Capt.)
Alex.trujillo@fire.ca.gov
(909) 904-1798
. Bernardo Sotelo ( Cal Fire Capt.)
Bernardo.Sotelo@fire.ca.gov
(599) 310-2976
. Matthew Alcorn ( Cal Fire Capt.)
Matthew.Alcorn@fire.ca.gov
(909) 374-6418
. Travis Newell ( Cal Fire Engineer)
Travis.Newell@fire.ca.gov
(6619) 890-8278
Timeline
Fire Fighter 1
Cal Fire SDU
03.2024 - 11.2024
Fire Fighter I
Cal Fire SDU
03.2023 - 12.2023
Firefighter I
Cal Fire TUU
05.2022 - 12.2022
Wildland Firefighter
CCC/Cal Fire
06.2021 - 12.2021
Amazon
Food Packager
05.2020 - 06.2021
S-212: Wildland Chainsaw
C-212 Wildland Fire Chain Saws Level A
C-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
L-180: Human Factors on the Fireline
S-110: Basic Wildland Firefighter Orientation
S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
S-130: Firefighter Training
S-131 Firefighter type 1
SFT Fire Fighter 1C: Wildland
Wildland Firefighter Safety & Survival - Level 1
Fema ICS 100
Fema ICS 200
Fema ICS 700
Fema ICS 800
CPR/AED Public Safety First Aid
Confined space awareness
Hazmat Fro
Hazmat Fra
Basic Life Support
High School Diploma -
Alliance Margaret M. Bloomfield Technology Academy High School
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