Magnus Jonsson
Red Bluff
Summary
Results-driven professional specializing in wildfire suppression and emergency operations. Led tactical coordination and project management efforts, enhancing safety compliance and fostering community engagement. Skilled in strategic planning and effective communication, delivering outcomes in high-pressure environments. Recognized for strong decision-making and logistical support.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Crew Advisor
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Sacramento
01.2022 - Current
- Liaised with California Military Department personnel to train Type 2 hand crews in wildfire suppression and emergency operations, ensuring adherence to Cal Fire safety standards and military protocols.
- Applied hand crew tactics in wildfire suppression operations, enhancing operational effectiveness and safety compliance.
- Sacramento Headquarters
Administrative Fire Captain B
California Department of Forestry and Fire protection (Cal Fire)
01.2003 - 01.2021
- Supervision of 17-person inmate hand crews in fire suppression and fuels reduction management.
- Led strike team crews, including dozers and engines, during emergency response operations.
- Coordinated work assignments, evaluated project outcomes, assigned crews, and provided logistical support, optimizing project execution.
- Managed facility maintenance and ensured compliance with safety training under IIPP program, promoting a safe working environment.
- Managed unit chainsaw program by coordinating training and certification processes for operators.
- Supervised maintenance of 60 chainsaws in service at the camp to ensure operational efficiency.
- Executed stream clearance and led community improvement projects, including refurbishing playground equipment and painting school facilities, enhancing community resources.
- Rebuilding bridge decking and guiderails for conservation districts.
- Processed monthly billing statements and reconciled financial records to ensure accuracy.
- Tehama-Glenn Unit, Ishi Conservation Camp
Assistant Chief
Tehama County Fire Department
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Led training sessions for new recruits, improving their skills and knowledge in emergency response.
- Strike team leader/task force leader.
- Responded to emergency calls, performing fire suppression, medical assistance, and disaster response.
- Executed fire suppression and emergency response tasks during volunteer firefighting, contributing to community safety.
- Operation and response of Type 1 water tender, Type ll engine and rescue squad.
- Vehicle extrication, haz-mat response.
FIRE CAPTAIN A
Paskenta Forest fire station
01.2001 - 01.2003
- First responder leading engine company on fires and medical aids, rescues, served as initial incident commander.
- Managed staff activities to maintain discipline and enhance training effectiveness within station and fire ground.
- Conducted maintenance on fire station and firefighting equipment, ensuring peak operational readiness for emergency response.
- Executed fuel reduction strategies, investigated arson cases, and delivered public education programs to promote community safety.
Fire Apparatus Engineer Schedule A/B/C
Red Bluff Headquarters/Baker Station/Lassen Lodge Station/Manton Station, Los Molinos Fire Station
01.1985 - 01.2001
- Responded to wildland and structural fires, provided medical assistance, and conducted engine maintenance.
- Developed and implemented public education programs on fire safety and coordinated fire clearance initiatives.
- Operated fire apparatus to ensure efficient emergency response.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain equipment safety and readiness.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises and drills.
FIRE FIGHTER II
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
01.1983 - 01.1990
- Structural fire fighter on Type 1 engine, Quint truck and rescue squad.
- Responded to fire and EMS calls, ensuring prompt service across designated coverage area.
- Performed public resource code inspections and enforced wildland urban interface improvements to enhance community safety.
- Conducted fire safety inspections for new commercial facilities to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Helitack Fire fighter Seasonal
Division of Forestry
Vina
01.1980 - 01.1983
- Helitack Crew member for fire suppression region wide covering Tehama and Glenn, Butte, Shasta, Siskiyou, Lassen, Plumas, and Trinity counties.
- Executed firing techniques as part of team on multiple vegetation management burns to enhance ecosystem health.
Education
High School General Education -
Red Bluff, CASkills
- Emergency operations
- Wildfire suppression
- Logistical support
- Safety compliance
- Tactical coordination
- Crisis management
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Community engagement
Certification
- System (ICS) 100, 300, 390, 400, 420, 430, 490
- CIMC Operations Section Chief National Association of State Foresters/ USFS
- National Incident Management System NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Hazardous Materials Operational, California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI)
- WMD First Responder Operations (CSTI)
- WMD Incident Commander (CSTI)
Timeline
Military Crew Advisor
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Chief
Tehama County Fire Department
01.2012 - 01.2019
Administrative Fire Captain B
California Department of Forestry and Fire protection (Cal Fire)
01.2003 - 01.2021
FIRE CAPTAIN A
Paskenta Forest fire station
01.2001 - 01.2003
Fire Apparatus Engineer Schedule A/B/C
Red Bluff Headquarters/Baker Station/Lassen Lodge Station/Manton Station, Los Molinos Fire Station
01.1985 - 01.2001
FIRE FIGHTER II
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
01.1983 - 01.1990
Helitack Fire fighter Seasonal
Division of Forestry
01.1980 - 01.1983