Dynamic and results-driven Apparatus Engineer with Kings County Fire Department, skilled in emergency response and fire prevention. Proven ability to manage teams and projects effectively, demonstrating strong attention to detail and adaptability. Experienced in construction management, with a solid background in hands-on repairs and installations. Committed to excellence in service and community safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Apparatus Engineer
Kings County Fire Department
Hanford
01.2022 - Current
Responds to fire, medical, and other emergency alarms by driving assigned automotive equipment to appropriate location;
Trains in proper fire fighting techniques and procedures;
Assists in the suppression of fires, medical emergencies, and in the protection of life and property;
Administers medical aid;
Operates relevant fire equipment, computers, and two-way radio;
Assumes primary responsibility for the inspection, servicing, and maintenance of assigned fire apparatus and related fire equipment;
Services and performs minor repairs on assigned emergency equipment;
Schedules, performs, and completes necessary paperwork for business inspections;
Assists in making residential and commercial inspections to discover and eliminate potential fire hazards and to educate the public in fire prevention;
Assists in conducting training programs for paid and volunteer fire personnel;
Issues fire permits;
Properly maintains and cleans fire station, fire apparatus, equipment, and grounds;
Keeps records and prepares incident reports as required;
Maintains current knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, along with ordinances, regulations, and policy directly related to the Fire Department.
Contractor/Owner
Illuminate Construction
Hanford
06.2016 - Current
Place construction bids and negotiated with clients.
Supervised and managed employees.
Maintained updated inventories and ordered additional supplies as needed.
Made every effort to finish projects on time and staying within the available budget.
On the daily kept track of progress and resolved any issues that occurred.
Calculate bid numbers.
Manage employees.
Install tile, vinyl and laminate flooring.
Tile showers.
Refinish and install cabinets.
Install windows.
Electrical.
Plumbing.
Dry wall.
Texture.
Painting.
Concrete.
Maintenance
Simpson University
Redding
09.2014 - 05.2016
Change out light ballast.
Drywall repair.
Change air filters.
Change out T8 and T12 lights.
Paint.
Install new outlets and switches.
Install new sensors for lights.
Install new light up exit signs.
Move furniture.
Sweep floors.
Vacuum floors.
Take out trash.
Clean windows.
Education
B.S. - Organizational Leadership
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, Alabama
08.2025
Firefighter I Academy, Firefighter II Academy, Company Officer Classes
College of the Sequoias
Hanford, CA
08.2025
B.A. - Organizational Communication
Simpson University
Redding, CA
05.2016
A.A. - Administration of Justice
West Hills College
Lemoore, CA
05.2014
Skills
Hard working
Fast learner
Attention to detail
Adaptability
Business Owner
Construction background
Management skills
Honor guard member
Wellness committee
Facilities committee
Youth wrestling coach
Prayer team at church
Volunteer FF
Wrestling
Collegiate wrestler
Scholar Athlete
State placer
National Qualifier
Timeline
Apparatus Engineer
Kings County Fire Department
01.2022 - Current
Contractor/Owner
Illuminate Construction
06.2016 - Current
Maintenance
Simpson University
09.2014 - 05.2016
B.S. - Organizational Leadership
Columbia Southern University
Firefighter I Academy, Firefighter II Academy, Company Officer Classes
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