Chris Himple
Williams Lake,BC
Summary
Dynamic Wildland Firefighter with Seneca Enterprises, skilled in fire suppression and containment. Proven ability to construct firelines and protect structures, ensuring safety during emergencies. Recognized for exceptional teamwork and adaptability in high-pressure situations. First aid certified, committed to upholding professionalism while effectively training peers in firefighting techniques.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Seneca Enterprises
04.2023 - Current
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Reduced wildfire damage to property by employing effective structure protection measures.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake City Secondary
Williams Lake, BC06-2020
Skills
- Fire suppression tools operations
- Fire containment
- Fireline construction
- First aid certified
- Incident command system
- Flexible and adaptable
- Team collaboration
- Firefighting
- Employee training
- First aid
Languages
English
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Seneca Enterprises
04.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lake City Secondary
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