My name is Jacob Alvarado. I am ambitious, hardworker, with a history of meeting departmental needs through consistent and organized practices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT
Mauran Ambulance
08.2024 - Current
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Collaborated with medical professionals to receive and provide accurate medical reports.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Wildland Firefighter
U.S. Forest Service - Los Padres National Forest
04.2024 - 08.2024
Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior
Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts
Inspected assigned area for new starts, smoke sightings or other signs of active fires
Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaski's and chainsaws
Assessed terrain features such as slopes, wind direction and vegetation types when responding to a wildfire
Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
Fire Cadet
Ventura City Fire Department
03.2023 - 04.2024
A Fire Department member responsible for interdepartmental transportation, equipment management, on-the-job training, and public outreach
Duties include training, administrative and clerical functions, as well as fire house duties Completion of tasks assigned by Fire Department personnel.
Developed techniques in firefighting, hazardous materials and emergency medical responses.
Student Worker
Oxnard Fire Academy
08.2022 - 03.2023
Repair and maintenance of fire academy tools and equipment Repairing and maintenance knowledge of chainsaws, rotary saws, PASS devices, SCBAs, and generators Worked and gained experience with the use of power and hand tools, equipment and two-way radio communication.
Education
Highschool Degree -
Moorpark High School
06.2022
Fire Technology Degree (In Progress) -
Oxnard College
05.2022
Skills
Firefighter equipment knowledge
Repair and maintenance knowledge
EMT certification
Accountable
Team player
Trustworthy
Certification
EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician (Nremt Certification number -E3853791)