Motivated, qualified and well rounded wildland firefighter with 18 years of fire suppression, prescribed fire and first responder experience
Qualified as EMT, IC 4, Firing Boss, TFLD, Crew Boss,
STCR, FAL2
17 Years of Type 1 Hotshot Experience
Strong, productive work ethic
Dynamic leader in team environment
Extensive experience in suppression in a multitude of fuel types
14 years of Type 1 Inter Agency Crew Boss Qualified Experience
Current Position El Cariso Captain GS 8 Step 5
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Inter Agency Hotshot Crew Captain/Crew Boss
US Forest Service
11.2023 - Current
Interagency Hotshot Crew Boss/ Squad Leader
United States Forest Service
08.2023 - 11.2023
IHC Crew Captain/Crew Boss
United States Forest Service
04.2023 - 08.2023
Interagency Hotshot Crew Boss/Squad Leader
United States Forest Service
07.2021 - 04.2023
Interagency Hotshot Crew Boss/Squad Leader
United States Forest Service
01.2019 - 07.2021
Assistant Crew Captain/Crew Boss
United States Forest Service
02.2018 - 01.2019
Inmate Crew Captain/ Crew Boss
State Of Colorado Department Of Corrections
09.2016 - 02.2018
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department Of Corrections
12.2015 - 09.2016
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Squad Boss/Lead Firefighter/Crew Boss
United States Forest Service
05.2007 - 12.2015
Education
EMT National Registry Certified - Fire/Rescue
West Coast EMT
Riverside, CA
05.2023
Wildland Fire Specialist
American River College
Sacramento, CA
03.2009
Fire Science
Southwest College
San Diego, CA
04.2007
Fire Science/ Emt
San Diego Miramar College
San Diego, CA
2000
Skills
Extensive background in suppression with multitude of training classes in operations
Strong, productive work ethic
Consistently emphasize and employ safe techniques and procedures in all aspects of job
Work to develop strong, trust -based relationships in order to construct solid crew dynamics and culture of safety
Highly organized- US Government Purchase card holder of single purchase limit of $10,000 with detailed records of all purchases That helps in managing crew budget, crew lodging while on assignments, PPE gear and equipment, building material for station/barracks, supplies, ect