Jason G Grove
Wofford Heights,CA
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pit Master
Snake River Adventures
Lewiston, ID
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Responsible for providing 50-250 lunches daily while providing a more private family style dining experience for overnight guests.
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality barbecue preparation and presentation.
- Trained staff on smoking techniques and proper grill management for optimal flavor profiles.
- Managed inventory control, ensuring timely procurement of essential supplies and equipment.
- Conducted regular quality checks, maintaining consistency in food output and adherence to standards.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for improved efficiency and reduced food waste.
- Assisted in inventory management, accurately tracking supplies and placing timely orders as needed.
- Demonstrated expertise in various smoking techniques, resulting in tender meats full of complex flavors.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for safe food handling.
- Developed creative menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and unique flavor combinations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, flavorful barbecue dishes.
- Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
Equestrian Trail Guide
Zephyr Cove Stables
South Lake Tahoe, CA
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Guided diverse groups from private rides up to 9 riders through scenic trails, ensuring safety and enjoyment throughout excursions.
- Developed customized riding experiences based on participant skill levels and preferences.
- Trained new trail guides in safety protocols and customer service best practices.
- Coordinated horse assignments to match rider capabilities, enhancing overall tour satisfaction.
- Maintained equipment and stables, ensuring optimal conditions for horses and riders.
- Educated riders about local flora and fauna encountered along the trails, enhancing their overall experience while fostering appreciation for nature.
- Handled challenging situations with professionalism and calmness, addressing any issues that arose during trail rides promptly and effectively.
- Managed horse care tasks, including feeding, grooming, and tacking up, ensuring optimal health for the horses used on trail rides.
- Conducted regular inspections of tack equipment, identifying any necessary repairs or replacements to ensure safe use at all times.
- Coordinated closely with fellow guides to manage group sizes appropriately and maintain an enjoyable pace for all participants during multi-guide outings.
- Ensured rider safety by providing thorough pre-ride instructions and assessing each rider''s skill level.
Deckhand
Tahoe Sport Fishing
South Lake Tahoe, CA
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted in maintaining equipment, performing routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
- Provided exceptional customer service, engaging with 1-7 clients to enhance their fishing experience.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted plans accordingly to ensure safety during trips.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
- Contributed to efficient operations by maintaining a clean and organized deck environment.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents.
Sawyer
Cody's Tree Service
South Lake Tahoe, CA
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Operated chainsaws and other cutting equipment to efficiently fell trees and remove debris.
- Assessed tree health and structural stability to determine safe removal methods.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety regulations during operations.
- Trained new employees on proper use of tools and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained equipment, performing routine inspections and minor repairs to ensure optimal performance.
- Stacked cut pieces and maintained clean and safe work space.
- Improved workflow efficiency by collaborating with team members to establish priorities and delegate tasks.
- Supported team members during high-demand periods, working extended hours as needed to meet production goals.
- Served as a resource for new team members, providing guidance and mentorship in both technical skills and company policies.
- Managed saw blade change-outs efficiently, reducing time spent on routine maintenance tasks without sacrificing quality results.
- Actively participated in safety meetings, staying informed about potential hazards and advocating for preventative measures within the workplace.
- Troubleshot equipment issues promptly, minimizing disruptions in daily operations while preserving overall equipment lifespan.
- Implemented regular housekeeping routines to maintain a clean and organized workspace conducive to effective production processes.
Senior Firefighter
US Forest Service
Spooner Summit, NV
09.2010 - 04.2014
- I hold a Senior Firefighter position. My duties include but are not limited to: serving as a lead firefighter on a Type 3 4X4 wild land fire engine, driving and operating the engine, positioning the engine for proper use and operation, I personally perform and/or direct my crew members in starting the pump, priming the pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water with or without foam, conduct daily engine pre trip inspection and agency engine checks ensuring the engine is kept in a full state of readiness for emergency fire dispatch, conduct prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop up monitoring fire behavior, fire effects, and fire weather, I gather and consider information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wild land fire incidents, I make recommendations when positioning and deploying personnel and equipment in accordance with agency policy and protection of the values at risk, I participate in training my crew members in the techniques, practices, and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation and use of tools, equipment, and vehicles used in fire suppression activities, I participate in crew proficiency checks and drills, safety sessions, and fire critiques, as well as ensuring my own and other's welfare and safety in all aspects of our assignments.
- Additional duties include: providing daily leadership and training for the crewmembers serving as a working leader over 3 or more crewmembers, I instruct my crew members in specific tasks and techniques conducting on-the-job training when necessary, I delegate and assign work assignments among employees assuring safe and timely accomplishment of assigned tasks, I am also responsible for supervision of the crew in the absence of the supervisor.
- In my time with the Forest Service as a firefighter, I’ve had the opportunity to take part in prescribed fire operations, as well as fuel treatments. I have worked my way up from prescribed fire crew member to Burn Boss 3 and continue to further my education and experience. As a firefighter much of my project work has been for fuel treatments. I have actively participated in many phases of the process. As a lead and senior firefighter, I have laid out and marked units, worked with fuels specialists to determine the appropriate fuels treatments necessary, collected and examined data to develop prescribed fire burns plans, assisted in developing prescribed fire burn plans, and have led crew members in thinning units where chipping and prescribed fire have been selected as the fuel treatment. I have also led crews in the construction on hand line and setting up hose lays and portable water sources to prepare units for prescribed fire. I have completed treatments in a variety of fuel types and geographical areas in Regions 1,4,and 5. I have taken part in prescribed fire operations spanning from Type 3 pile burning to Type 2 understory burns with a variety of ignition sources ranging from leading ignition teams hand lighting with drip torches to aerial ignitions with heli torches and “ping pong ball” machines. As a senior firefighter, I coordinate with our urban lot staff and our timber staff to acquire project work for fuels treatments and am responsible for the tracking and timely completion of the projects. As a Burn Boss 3, I am involved with our fuels management program using prescribed fire as well as training and evaluating future Burn Boss 3’s. My burn boss duties also include working with our cooperators. I coordinate with staff members from other departments to ensure prescribed fire operations will not be interfering with other projects. I also coordinate with our external cooperators to include local fire departments, sheriff’s departments, highway patrol, predictive services for weather, and the air quality boards for California and Nevada
Senior Firefighter/ AFEO
US Forest Service
Spooner Summit, NV
05.2009 - 09.2010
- I held the position of assistant fire engine operator. My duties included but were not limited to: serving as an assistant fire engine operator on a Type 3 4X4 wild land fire engine, driving and operating the engine, positioning the engine for proper use and operation, I personally performed and/or directed my crew members in starting the pump, priming the pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water with or without foam, conduct daily engine pre trip inspection and agency engine checks ensuring the engine is kept in a full state of readiness for emergency fire dispatch, conduct prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop up monitoring fire behavior, fire effects, and fire weather, I gathered and considered information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wild land fire incidents, I made recommendations when positioning and deploying personnel and equipment in accordance with agency policy and protection of the values at risk, I participated in training my crew members in the techniques, practices, and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation and use of tools, equipment, and vehicles used in fire suppression activities, I participated in crew proficiency checks and drills, safety sessions, and fire critiques, as well as ensuring my own and other's welfare and safety in all aspects of our assignments.
- Additional duties include: providing daily leadership and training for the crewmembers serving as a working leader over 3 or more crewmembers, I instructed my crew members in specific tasks and techniques conducting on-the-job training when necessary, I delegated and assigned work assignments among employees assuring safe and timely accomplishment of assigned tasks, I was also responsible for supervision of the crew in the absence of the supervisor as I am a fully qualified engine boss.
Lead Firefighter/ Developmental 5/6
US Forest Service
Spooner Summit, NV
07.2008 - 05.2009
- I held the position of Lead Firefighter in a GS-5/6 Developmental program. My target position was GS-6 Senior Firefighter/ AFEO to which I was promoted to the following year upon completion of the program. My duties included but were not limited to: serving as an assistant fire engine operator on a Type 3 4X4 wild land fire engine, driving and operating the engine, positioning the engine for proper use and operation, I personally performed and/or direct my crew members in starting the pump, priming the pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water with or without foam, conduct daily engine pre trip inspections and agency engine checks ensuring the engine is kept in a full state of readiness for emergency fire dispatch, conducted prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop up monitoring fire behavior, fire effects, and fire weather, I gathered and considered information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wild land fire incidents, I made recommendations when positioning and deploying personnel and equipment in accordance with agency policy and protection of the values at risk, I participated in training my crew members in the techniques, practices, and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation and use of tools, equipment, and vehicles used in fire suppression activities, I participated in crew proficiency checks and drills, safety sessions, and fire critiques, as well as ensuring my own and other's welfare and safety in all aspects of our assignments.
- Additional duties include: providing daily leadership and training for the crewmembers serving as a working leader over 3 or more crewmembers, I instructed my crew members in specific tasks and techniques conducting on-the-job training when necessary, I delegated and assigned work assignments among employees assuring safe and timely accomplishment of assigned tasks.
Lead Firefighter/ Acting AFEO
US Forest Service
Spooner Summit, NV
04.2008 - 07.2008
- I held a Lead Firefighter position with an additional appointed duty of assistant fire engine operator. My duties include but are not limited to: serving as a lead firefighter on a Type 3 4X4 wild land fire engine, driving and operating the engine, positioning the engine for proper use and operation, I personally perform and/or direct my crew members in starting the pump, priming the pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water with or without foam, conduct daily engine pre trip inspection and agency engine checks ensuring the engine is kept in a full state of readiness for emergency fire dispatch, conduct prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop up monitoring fire behavior, fire effects, and fire weather, I gather and consider information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wild land fire incidents, I make recommendations when positioning and deploying personnel and equipment in accordance with agency policy and protection of the values at risk, I participate in training my crew members in the techniques, practices, and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation and use of tools, equipment, and vehicles used in fire suppression activities, I participate in crew proficiency checks and drills, safety sessions, and fire critiques, as well as ensuring my own and other's welfare and safety in all aspects of our assignments.
- Additional duties include: providing daily leadership and training for the crewmembers serving as a working leader over 3 or more crewmembers, I instruct my crew members in specific tasks and techniques conducting on-the-job training when necessary, I delegate and assign work assignments among employees assuring safe and timely accomplishment of assigned tasks, I am also responsible for supervision of the crew in the absence of the supervisor.
Lead Firefighter
US Forest Service
Pine, ID
03.2007 - 03.2008
- I held a Lead Firefighter on a 6 person smoke chase module, where I was also the assistant crew supervisor. My duties involved inventory and maintenance of crew equipment and supervision of gear issue and turn in, preparation of the out station facilities and issuance of barracks to seasonal personnel to include light construction and plumbing, preparing and administering the physical fitness program, inventory and upkeep of the station cache to include fire replacement orders and coordinating requisition orders, preparing and submitting training nominations, supervising upkeep and maintenance of the crew vehicle and equipment, coordination and supervision of project work including laying out thinning units and prescribed fire burn units, and ensuring all daily paperwork is completed to include: training documentation, fire replacement orders, Paycheck, and IQCS experience records, as well as counseling and evaluation of crew members.
- I was also responsible for the direct leadership and training of my crew and frequently fill in as crew supervisor when needed. Being stationed at an out station I was co mingled with an engine module frequently cross training and detailing crew members to the engine, as well training engine personal on crew strategy and tactics. As a member of a 6 person smoke chase module Initial Attack duties included, but were not limited to: suppression of wild land fires using direct and indirect methods in varying terrain and fuel types, patrolling and mopping up of controlled and uncontrolled fires employing dry mopping techniques as well as the application of water and/or foam when available, working with fixed and rotor wing aircraft for suppression and delivery of supplies, and hiking into locations inaccessible by vehicles to contain and suppress lightning strike fires. In performance of these duties knowledge of use and maintenance of equipment included: hand tools, power saws, drip torches and other firing devices, simple and progressive hose lays, portable pumps, utilization of the engine to draft and/or pump water, and dispatch procedures including radio maintenance, operation, and use. On larger incidents I assisted my crew supervisor with check in, re supply, and demobilization.
Lead Firefighter/ Apprentice
US Forest Service
Spooner Summit, NV
02.2006 - 02.2007
- I held a senior firefighter/ apprentice position on a Type 3 4X4 wild land fire engine. Additional duties included: ensuring all daily paperwork is completed to include: training, fire replacement orders, Paycheck, maintenance and upkeep of the facility, and engine repairs. I was also responsible for the training and direct leadership of my crew. As a member of a 5 person engine module my duties included, but were not limited to: suppression of wild land fires using direct and indirect methods in varying terrain and fuel types, patrolling and mopping up of controlled and uncontrolled fires employing dry mopping techniques as well as the application of water and/or foam, working with fixed and rotor wing aircraft for suppression and delivery of supplies, and hiking into locations inaccessible by vehicles to contain and suppress lightning strike fires. In performance of these duties knowledge of use and maintenance of equipment included: hand tools, power saws, drip torches and other firing devices, simple and progressive hose lays, portable pumps, utilization of the engine to draft and/or pump water, and dispatch procedures including radio maintenance, operation, and use. When not performing suppression duties I took part in station maintenance and upkeep to include apparatus maintenance, light building construction and repair, and project work which includes the use of power saws to thin and fall trees in prescribed burn units and prescription burning of said burn units. Daily duties also included keeping current on required training such as: physical training, maintenance of personnel records, SCBA’s, medical and hazmat, GPS and map navigation, engine equipment and hose appliances, mobile attack, as well as dumpster and vehicle fires.
- As an apprentice additional duties included work experience hours in several fields including: Fire Safety, Fire Preparedness, Suppression, Fuels Management, Business Practices, Dispatch, and Prevention/ Education. While attending the Basic and Advanced Wildland Firefighter Apprentice Academy I was selected by my peers and cadre for the John Kelso Leadership Award for exhibiting exemplary leadership skills.
Firefighter (FFT2)
US Forest Service
Meeks Bay, CA
05.2005 - 11.2005
- I was assigned to a Type 3 4x4 wild land fire engine. As a member of a 5 person engine crew duties include, but are not limited to: suppression of wild land fires using direct and indirect methods in varying terrain and fuel types, patrolling and mopping up of controlled and uncontrolled fires employing dry mopping techniques as well as the application of water and/or foam, working with fixed and rotor wing aircraft for suppression and delivery of supplies, and hiking into locations inaccessible by vehicles to contain and suppress lightning strike fires. In performance of these duties knowledge of use and maintenance of equipment included: hand tools, power saws, drip torches and other firing devices, simple and progressive hose lays, portable pumps, utilization of the engine to draft and pump water, and dispatch procedures including radio maintenance, operation and use.
- When not performing suppression duties, I take part in station maintenance and upkeep to include apparatus maintenance and project work which includes the use of power saws to thin and fall trees in prescribed burn units and the prescription burning of said units. Daily duties also include keeping current on required training such as: physical fitness, maintenance of personal records, SCBA’s, medical and hazardous materials, GPS and map navigation, engine equipment and hose appliances, mobile attack, as well as dumpster and vehicle fires.
Squad Leader/ Team Leader/ Vehicle Commander
US Army
Ft. Lewis, WA
05.2000 - 03.2004
- I served as unit armorer from May 2000 to May 2001. Responsible for the maintenance, security and upkeep of approximately $1,000,000 of unit weapons, laser aiming devices, and night vision equipment as well as other high dollar value items located in the unit arms room. I was commended by the Ft. Lewis Provost Marshall’s Office for exceeding regulation standards for security during a formal inspection by Forces Command US Army.
- Promoted to Sergeant in June 2001 and served as Team Leader of a four man Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) fire team capable of deploying anywhere in the world within 96 hours by land, sea, or air. I also served as Squad Leader responsible for 2 Fire Teams. I was responsible for the combat readiness, physical fitness, training, discipline, health, welfare, and morale of my team/ squad, as well as the well being of their families while maintaining and accounting for over $250,000 of sensitive equipment. I was Air Assault qualified, so I routinely participated in helicopter operations to include insertions and extractions using fast rope and rappelling for various patrols and missions, as well as sling load operations used to deliver external cargo loads. I routinely advised my squad leader/ platoon leader in mission planning and the tactical employment of the squad. My team/ squad and I consistently scored expert with our assigned weapons day and night and during close quarters marksmanship and close quarters combat. I was chosen above my peers to instruct battalion level weapons training.
- I was assigned to be a vehicle commander in July 2002 where I was responsible for the maintenance and employment of a $2,500,000 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicle. Additional responsibilities included the training of my assigned driver and the integration of a 9 personnel squad. I was selected as Non Commissioned Officer in Charge of New Equipment Training and subsequent deployment to the Yakima Training Center, Washington, for the training of additional Stryker Vehicle Commanders and their drivers.
- I was then chosen before my peers to command the headquarters Stryker where I was responsible for maintaining and operating secure communications and sending reports to higher command elements, as well as the maintenance of the vehicles, and routinely advised the Platoon Leader on strategic and tactical maneuvers of the vehicles.
- I was deployed to Iraq in November 2003 as Advanced Party to ensure safe arrival of my platoon’s vehicles and equipment. I was assigned as senior vehicle for my platoon in charge of the overall maintenance, accountability and combat readiness of four Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles as well as advising the Platoon Leader in their tactical employment and security during combat operations and missions. During my deployment I was selected to instruct at the Iraqi National Guard Academy, training Iraqi citizens to be soldiers.
Driver/ Radio Phone Operator
US Army
Camp Red Cloud, Korea
05.1999 - 05.2000
- I was part of a 7 person team responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and combat readiness of 11 vehicles to include generators and water trailers to be able to deploy at a moments notice in response to real world threats on the Demilitarized Zone. I maintained my vehicle licensing to operate all vehicles and equipment. I was required to be proficient in the setup, operation and troubleshooting of 8 forms of radio and telecommunications utilized by the Assistant Division Commander (Maneuvers) of the 2nd Infantry Division. I performed as the lead night shift radio telephone operator for the divisional tactical command post and the assault command post where the main mission was tracking units and receiving reports. My team was responsible for the development of a message taking system to increase the message flow and accuracy.
Firefighter 2/EMT
Dumfries Triangle Volunteer Fire Department
Triangle, VA
11.1995 - 05.1999
- As a Firefighter 2/EMT, my duties included pre-hospital emergency medical care, fire suppression, harm prevention and public education. As a lead firefighter, responsibilities included but were not limited to establishing ICS in the absence of an officer as well as the safety and education of personnel on my crew. Primary roles were managing incident operations, providing for life safety, and conserving property. Areas of specific emphasis included: organization and operations, fire alarms and communications, fire behavior, salvage and overhaul, fire prevention, building construction and codes, ventilation, water supply (both urban and rural), hose appliances and streams, rescue, foam fire techniques, brushfire suppression, ladder operations, fire control, and chimney fire operations.
Senior Rider/ Horse Trainer
US Army
Ft. Myer, VA
11.1994 - 05.1999
- I was assigned to the US Army Caisson Platoon as a senior rider and horse trainer. As a senior rider I took part in supervising the care, maintenance, health and welfare of 35 horses to ensure show quality and mission readiness in support of full honor funerals in Arlington National Cemetery and various missions and ceremonies around the National Capitol Region. As a senior rider I trained and qualified over 25 personnel to ride and perform the same missions. I successfully participated in 678 full honor funerals to include the state funerals of Secretary of Transportation Brown, and Admiral Arleigh Burke at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. I was selected above my peers to take part in several missions throughout Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland including the Preakness Parade in Baltimore, Maryland, The Spirit of America Pageant in Landover, Maryland, and the Inaugural Parade on President Bill Clinton in 1996.
- While performing my duties as horse trainer for the US Army Caisson Platoon, I created and implemented a training program that would phase horses from all levels of experience to full mission capability in support of missions in Arlington National Cemetery successfully training and qualifying 35 horses. I worked with a civilian contractor in my daily duties and took part in facility maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the training program.
Education
General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VAFire Science
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CAWildland Firefighter Apprenticeship Program Basic and Advanced Academies
Skills
- Team leadership and management
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Strong work ethic
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Maintaining equipment
Certification
Nevada CDL (Exp. 2010-11-02), First Responder (Exp. 2010-04), CPR- Healthcare Provider (Exp. 2010-04), FFT1, ICT5, FALB, RXCM, ENOP, ENGB (T), RXB3 (T)
Additional Information
Military Occupational Specialty: Army: Infantryman, Air Assault
Timeline
Pit Master
Snake River Adventures
03.2022 - 11.2022
Equestrian Trail Guide
Zephyr Cove Stables
03.2020 - 01.2022
Deckhand
Tahoe Sport Fishing
04.2019 - 04.2020
Sawyer
Cody's Tree Service
04.2015 - 01.2019
Senior Firefighter
US Forest Service
09.2010 - 04.2014
Senior Firefighter/ AFEO
US Forest Service
05.2009 - 09.2010
Lead Firefighter/ Developmental 5/6
US Forest Service
07.2008 - 05.2009
Lead Firefighter/ Acting AFEO
US Forest Service
04.2008 - 07.2008
Lead Firefighter
US Forest Service
03.2007 - 03.2008
Lead Firefighter/ Apprentice
US Forest Service
02.2006 - 02.2007
Firefighter (FFT2)
US Forest Service
05.2005 - 11.2005
Squad Leader/ Team Leader/ Vehicle Commander
US Army
05.2000 - 03.2004
Driver/ Radio Phone Operator
US Army
05.1999 - 05.2000
Firefighter 2/EMT
Dumfries Triangle Volunteer Fire Department
11.1995 - 05.1999
Senior Rider/ Horse Trainer
US Army
11.1994 - 05.1999
General Studies
Northern Virginia Community College
Fire Science
Bakersfield College