Jonathan Beck
Redding
Summary
Motivated and safety-focused Wildland Firefighter with proven experience in fire suppression, emergency response, and forestry operations. Recognized for strong teamwork, discipline, and leadership under demanding conditions. Dedicated to protecting people, property, and natural resources through skill, professionalism, and integrity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inmate Firefighter
CAL FIRE, Miramonte Conservation Camp #5
Miramonte, California
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Served as a member of a CAL FIRE inmate handcrew on wildland fire suppression assignments.
- Operated as First Sawyer on Crew #2, performing chainsaw operations, fireline construction, and mop-up.
- Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and teamwork under CAL FIRE supervision.
- Recognized by fire captains for reliability, respect, and strong work ethic.
- Contributed to maintaining high safety and efficiency standards during emergency deployments.
- Worked 24 hour shifts
Wildland Firefighter
Diamond Fire
Redding, CA
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Provided professional wildland and residential fire suppression services.
- Responded to emergency incidents, operating effectively under demanding field conditions.
- Supported fireline construction, structure protection, and mop-up operations.
- Worked 18 hours shift total of 485 hours every two weeks.
- Maintained safety, teamwork, and situational awareness during all assignments.
Education
General Educational Development - undefined
Upland High School
Upland, CaliforniaSkills
- Wildland Fire Suppression
- Chainsaw Operation (Basic Sawyer)
- Fireline Construction & Mop-Up
- Emergency Response & Safety Compliance
- Equipment Maintenance & Operation
- Crew Leadership & Coordination
- Physical Endurance (Pack Test Qualified)
- Situational Awareness & Communication
Certification
- NWCG L-180: Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (2025)
- RT-130: Annual Fireline Safety Refresher (2025)
- Work Capacity Test / Fire Shelter Field Day (2025)
- Forestry Fire Training Program – Sierra Conservation Center (2024)
- S-190: Introduction to Fire Behavior (2024)
- NWCG/NWSA Fireline Safety Certificate (2025)
- Basic Sawyer Certification – CAL FIRE, Miramonte Camp #5 (2024)
Additional Information
Reference1
Name Chad Oconner
Number +1 (801) 635-5516
Occupation Crew Supervisor
Reference2
Name Jason Singlton
Number +1 (530) 355-7120
Occupation Supervisor
Reference3
Name Joey Szczygiel
Number +1 (530) 561-1550
Occupation Cal Fire Supervisor
Reference4
Name Mike Martinez
Number +559-336-2313
Occupation Fire Captain
Reference5
Name Robert Castillo
Number +559-336-2313
Occupation Fire Captain
Timeline
Inmate Firefighter
CAL FIRE, Miramonte Conservation Camp #5
01.2023 - 12.2025
Wildland Firefighter
Diamond Fire
08.2020 - 12.2024
General Educational Development - undefined
Upland High School