Erik E. Silva
Safety Specialist
Coalinga,CA
Summary
With experience as a firefighter specializing in wildfire suppression and rescue operations, along with warehouse safety management at Amazon and customer service expertise at autozone, I bring strong safety leadership, problem solving skills and a proven ability to preform under pressure.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Safety Specialist
Amazon
Hollister, California
05.2024 - Current
- Ensure compliance with california safety regulations and Amazon standards to maintain a safe work environment.
- Conduct safety audits, inspections, and training programs to prevents workplace hazards.
- Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to promote health and safety.
Firefighter
CALFIRE
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Protect lives, property, and natural resources through fire suppression and emergency response.
- Deliver public safety services with integrity, innovation, and professionalism.
- Promote fire prevention, safety education, and environmental stewardship.
Retail Sales Associates
Autozone Inc
Coalinga, California
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Deliver exceptional customer service by assisting with automotive parts selection and solutions.
- Provide expert advice on vehicles maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Quality communication with customers along with helpful information.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Trahan Fire and Rescue Enterprise Inc/
Lemoore, California
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Preform wildfire suppression and containment to protect lives, property, and natural resources.
- Conduct rescue operations in emergency situations with speed and efficiency.
- Provide disaster response and support while ensuring public safety and preparedness.
Education
FIRE 159 - Fire Technology
College of The Sequoias
Hanford, CA 08.2021 - 04.2025
Emergency Medical Technician - EMT
West Hills College
Lemoore, CA 08.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Health and Science
West Hills College Coalinga
Coalinga, CA 01.2018 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Coalinga High School
Coalinga, CA 08.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
- CPR/Public Safety First Aid Certified
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Communicates well with others
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Fast Learner
- Handles information pertaining situation quickly and acts accordingly
- Knowledge in Fire and Medical
- Consistently meets deadlines
- Ability to lead and work in a team
Accomplishments
- Confined Space Certification
- Fire Fighter Safety and Survival Certification
- Fire Fighter 1 (2019) California Certification
- Fire Fighter 1 (2019) Internationally Accredited Certification
- Hazardous Materials FRA/FRO (2017)
- Wildland Fire Fighter 1 (2020) Internationally Accredited Certification
- 60+ hours of ambulance crew ride along
- Hazardous Material FRA/FRO Certificate
- Firefighter 1A, 1B, and 1C completed
- Firefighter survival Certificate
- Completed ICS 200, IS 100, IS 300, IS 400, IS 700, IS 800
- Presidential Scholarship at West Hills College, Coalinga
- Graduated High School with Honors of 4.0
Certification
FIRE 1A, 1B & 1C
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Amazon
05.2024 - Current
Firefighter
CALFIRE
08.2022 - 05.2024
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Trahan Fire and Rescue Enterprise Inc/
03.2022 - 08.2022
FIRE 159 - Fire Technology
College of The Sequoias
08.2021 - 04.2025
Emergency Medical Technician - EMT
West Hills College
08.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Health and Science
West Hills College Coalinga
01.2018 - 05.2020
Retail Sales Associates
Autozone Inc
01.2018 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Coalinga High School
08.2014 - 05.2017
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