LOUIS RIDDELL

Certified Wildland Firefighter with hands-on field training and fire prevention experience. Physically fit, safety driven, and highly motivated with strong knowledge of fire behavior, chainsaw operations, and incident command systems. Experienced in vegetation management, equipment operation, and working in high intensity outdoor environments. Committed to protecting natural resources, supporting team operations, and maintaining operational efficiency in wildfire response and prevention.

• Grinder / Fabrication Support, Kearney Aluminum Metals, 04/01/22, 03/31/23, Performed metal grinding and fabrication tasks, Assisted in packaging and loading finished materials, Followed shop safety standards and production timelines
• Fruit Packer, Wawona, 01/01/19, 02/29/20, Packaged and transported agricultural products, Maintained sanitation and safety standards, Supported warehouse efficiency and team production goals

• S-130 Wildland Firefighter
• S-190 Introduction to Fire Behavior
• S-133 Look Up, Look Down, Look Around
• S-212 Wildland Chainsaws
• L-180 Human Factors on the Fireline
• ICS-100, ICS-200
• ICS-700b, ICS-800
• NWCG Courses (Federal Wildland Fire Employment)
• Hazwoper 40
• OSHA 10
• First Aid / CPR / AED
• Heavy Equipment Certificate
• Class C Driver's License

• Fire Prevention Crew Member, BurnBot, 07/01/24, 12/31/24, Performed vegetation management and tree removal operations, Operated as Swamper/Sawyer supporting wildfire prevention efforts, Cleared and maintained 2-3.5 acres daily, Assisted with forest upkeep and fuel reduction projects, Maintained equipment and adhered to strict safety protocols
• Wildland Fire Training Student (40 hrs/week), Reedley College - Wildland Fire Training Program, 02/01/24, 07/31/24, Constructed handlines and cut fire lines, Trained in chainsaw disassembly, maintenance, and safe operation, Deployed and operated hose lays and portable water pumps, Participated in controlled burn exercises and field simulations, Applied teamwork and communication in dynamic fire scenarios, Chief Dave Hagen