Kevin Jimenez
Hacienda Heights
Summary
With a robust background at the Los Angeles County Fire Department, I excel in wildfire suppression and critical thinking, showcasing leadership in high-stakes environments. Trained in advanced fire suppression tactics, I've significantly contributed to community safety and team proficiency, embodying resilience and strategic problem-solving.
Communicative Firefighter known for first-rate mechanical aptitude and great integrity. Dependable individual dedicated to enhancing quality of life for citizens and fellow firefighters through productive, safe services. Expertise in providing emergency rescue, performing fire suppression techniques and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment. Certified in Paramedicine paired with in-depth knowledge of multiple fire safety programs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Fighter Specialist
Los Angeles County Fire Department
08.2021 - Current
- Drove and operated Type 1 Engines, Type 3 OES Engines, tankers, ladder trucks, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
FireFighter Paramedic
Los Angeles County Fire Department
08.2018 - 08.2021
- UCLA Paramedic Class 72
- Administered medications including narcotics as needed for proper treatment.
Firefighter
Los Angeles County Fire Department
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Fire Suppression tactics in structural and wildland fires.
- Operated in strike teams Including Woolsey Fire in 2018.
Fire Suppression Aid
Los Angeles County Fire Department
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Fire Suppression Tactics on Wildland fires throughout Los Angeles County
- Operated in Bell 412 and Firehawk Helicopters while in Camp 8.
Lead Crew Member
Lone Peak Conservation Center Fire and Forestry
03.2013 - 11.2013
- Drove to Wildland Fires on the west coast to help with fire suppression tactics.
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
Hotshot Firefighter
Lone Peak Hotshots
03.2012 - 11.2012
Firefighter
Twin Peaks Initial Attack Hand Crew
07.2011 - 11.2011
Firefighter
Lone Peak Engines
03.2011 - 07.2011
- Operated on a Type 3 Engine.
Certified Explorer
Los Angeles County Fire Department
05.2005 - 05.2008
Training Under LACOFD as a Explorer with the hopes of becoming a Firefighter For Los Angeles County
Education
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA09-2018
Wildland Fire Academy Class 12 - Wildland Fire Technology
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA07-2010
No Degree - Fire Technology
El Camino College
Torrance, CA05-2008
High School Diploma -
Hawthorne High School
Hawthorne, CA06-2005
Skills
- Paramedic
- Bilingual
- Engine operator 1A
- Engine Driver Operator 1
- Low Angle Rescue Certified
- S-131 Advanced Firefighter
- S-133 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around
- S-190 Introduction to wildland fire behavior
- S-211 Pumps
- S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws
- S-219 Firing Operations
- S-234 Ignition Operations
- S-270 Basic Air Operations
- A-219 Heli Transport External Cargo
- L-180 Human factors in the wildland fire service
- L-280 Followership to Leadership
Timeline
Fire Fighter Specialist
Los Angeles County Fire Department
08.2021 - Current
FireFighter Paramedic
Los Angeles County Fire Department
08.2018 - 08.2021
Firefighter
Los Angeles County Fire Department
06.2016 - 08.2018
Fire Suppression Aid
Los Angeles County Fire Department
07.2014 - 06.2016
Lead Crew Member
Lone Peak Conservation Center Fire and Forestry
03.2013 - 11.2013
Hotshot Firefighter
Lone Peak Hotshots
03.2012 - 11.2012
Firefighter
Twin Peaks Initial Attack Hand Crew
07.2011 - 11.2011
Firefighter
Lone Peak Engines
03.2011 - 07.2011
Certified Explorer
Los Angeles County Fire Department
05.2005 - 05.2008
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
University of California, Los Angeles
Wildland Fire Academy Class 12 - Wildland Fire Technology
Rio Hondo College
No Degree - Fire Technology
El Camino College
High School Diploma -
Hawthorne High School
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