Jose Pantoja
Summary
Dynamic Wildland Firefighter and Lead Sawyer with proven expertise in fire suppression and containment, and exceptional leadership in training teams. At Forestry Services, significantly enhanced crew safety and efficiency. Skilled in chainsaw operation and fire behavior prediction, adept at public safety communication. Achieves optimal results through rigorous physical fitness and strategic fireline construction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Forestry Services
02.2016 - 12.2020
- Utilized water pumps for extinguishing flames and preventing fire spread.
- Monitored weather conditions to assess fire behavior and adjust tactics accordingly.
- Coordinated with team members to execute firefighting strategies and ensure effective response.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Improved crew safety through diligent hazard assessment and risk management during incidents.
Lead Sawyer
Forestry Department
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Trained newly hired employees on machine operations and control set ups, explaining safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Completed special cuts, grooves and bevels to produce desired looks.
- Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings, and maintain production speeds.
- Documented counts and sorted finished work to promote easy access for shipping or additional processing.
Education
GED - Fire Science
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA05.2016
Skills
- Chainsaw operation
- Fire suppression tools operations
- Fire containment
- Backfire and flanking
- Physical fitness and endurance
- Fireline construction
- Fire behavior prediction
- Fire weather monitoring
- Controlled burning techniques
- Firefighter personal protective equipment
- All-terrain vehicle operation
- Public safety communication
- Fire crew leadership
Timeline
Lead Sawyer
Forestry Department
05.2017 - 01.2020
Wildland Firefighter
Forestry Services
02.2016 - 12.2020
GED - Fire Science
San Joaquin Delta College
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