Ron Earls

Training Captain - Atwater Training Center

• Plan and assign work, give instructions and maintain discipline as related to subordinates
• Mentor and encourage development in subordinates
• Train academy students in disciplines related to fire fighting
• Conduct classroom and field training as it relates to fire fighting
• Develop Curriculum for classes taught in the academy
• Construct props/teaching aids to facilitate training at the Academy
• Assist in planning and implementation of Academy facilities
• Assist in designing, organizing and implementation of policy/procedures, program implementation
• Developed and implemented training programs for new firefighters, enhancing team performance and safety protocols.
• Evaluated operational procedures, identifying areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of fire responses.

Schedule “B” Engine Company ~ Sage Station

• Plan and assign work, give instructions and maintain discipline as related to subordinates
• Supervise subordinates in station projects
• Supervise and direct subordinate firefighters during fire ground suppression activities, fire prevention inspections and, during basic and advanced life support level EMS operations.
• Respond to emergency incident fire assignments in various ICS specialties
• Manage daily fire station operations and crews
• Work closely with numerous outside agencies including Local Govt., USFS, BLM
• Mentor and encourage development in subordinates
• Train engine companies in disciplines related to fire fighting
• Conduct classroom and field training as it relates to fire fighting
• Perform Seasonal Firefighter evaluations through IDPs & performance evaluations
• Responsible for employee safety & documentation using the IIPP program and IAPS reporting
• Apply and enforce fire prevention laws
• Conduct preliminary fire investigations and complete LE-66 reports
• Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
• Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
• Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
• Conducted thorough post-incident analysis, identifying areas for improvement in both tactics and equipment usage.
• Assisted with the development and management of station budgeting and fiscal planning
• Perform daily inspections on apparatus and maintain proper records utilizing forms ME101, ME 14, etc.
• Led emergency response operations, coordinating actions among multiple agencies to ensure public safety.
• Conducted risk assessments and fire inspections, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
• Managed incident command during large-scale wildfires, strategically allocating resources to optimize response efforts.
• Collaborated with community organizations to promote fire prevention initiatives, increasing public awareness and engagement.
• Maintained detailed incident reports, ensuring accuracy in documentation for future reference and analysis.

Schedule “B” Engine Company ~ Susanville

• Plan and assign work, give instructions and maintain discipline as related to subordinates
• Supervise subordinates in station projects
• Supervise and direct subordinate firefighters during fire ground suppression activities, fire prevention inspections and, during basic and advanced life support level EMS operations.
• Respond to emergency incident fire assignments in various ICS specialties
• Manage daily fire station operations and crews
• Work closely with numerous outside agencies including Local Govt., USFS, BLM
• Mentor and encourage development in subordinates
• Train engine companies in disciplines related to fire fighting
• Conduct classroom and field training as it relates to fire fighting
• Perform Seasonal Firefighter evaluations through IDPs & performance evaluations
• Responsible for employee safety & documentation using the IIPP program and IAPS reporting
• Apply and enforce fire prevention laws
• Conduct preliminary fire investigations and complete LE-66 reports
• Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
• Improved firefighter safety through consistent training sessions and adherence to established guidelines.
• Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
• Conducted thorough post-incident analysis, identifying areas for improvement in both tactics and equipment usage.
• Assisted with the development and management of station budgeting and fiscal planning
• Perform daily inspections on apparatus and maintain proper records utilizing forms ME101, ME 14, etc.
• Led emergency response operations, coordinating actions among multiple agencies to ensure public safety.
• Conducted risk assessments and fire inspections, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
• Managed incident command during large-scale wildfires, strategically allocating resources to optimize response efforts.
• Collaborated with community organizations to promote fire prevention initiatives, increasing public awareness and engagement.
• Maintained detailed incident reports, ensuring accuracy in documentation for future reference and analysis. Plan and assign work, give instructions and maintain discipline as related to subordinates

Schedule “A” Engine Company ~ Battalion 6 Vacation Relief

• Plan and assign work, give instructions and maintain discipline as related to subordinates
• Supervise subordinates in station projects projects
• Supervise and direct subordinate firefighters during fire ground suppression activities, fire prevention inspections and, during basic and advanced life support level EMS operations.
• Respond to emergency incident fire assignments in various ICS specialties
• Manage daily fire station operations and crews
• Train engine companies in disciplines related to fire fighting
• Conduct classroom and field training as it relates to fire fighting
• Perform Firefighter evaluations through IDPs and performance evaluations
• Apply and enforce fire prevention laws
• Conduct preliminary fire investigations and complete LE-66 reports
• Assist with station budgets
• Perform daily inspections on apparatus and maintain proper records utilizing forms ME101, ME 14, etc.
• Manage station EMS ordering and equipment levels
• Maintain fiscal responsibilities as regards to EMS equipment and ordering
• Responsible for station level EMS QA/QI
• Coordinate the annual Spark of Love toy drive at the Battalion level
• Prepare and present Fire Prevention Programs to the public
• Establish a training regimen and implement battalion wide training exercises
• Perform battalion level EMS Training and Quality Improvement Program.
• Operated and maintained fire apparatus to ensure optimal performance during emergency response operations.
• Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on firefighting equipment to enhance reliability and safety.

Schedule “A” Engine Company ~ Battalion 10 Station 35

• Plan and assign work, give instructions and maintain discipline as related to subordinates
• Supervise subordinates in station projects projects
• Train engine companies in disciplines related to fire fighting
• Conduct classroom and field training as it relates to fire fighting
• Perform Firefighter evaluations through IDPs and performance evaluations
• Apply and enforce fire prevention laws
• Conduct preliminary fire investigations and complete LE-66 reports
• Manage station EMS ordering and equipment levels
• Maintain fiscal responsibilities as regards to EMS equipment and ordering
• Responsible for station level EMS QA/QI
• Coordinate the annual Spark of Love toy drive at the Battalion level
• Perform business inspections and preplans
• Prepare and present Fire Prevention Programs to the public
• Establish a training regimen and implement battalion wide training exercises
• Perform battalion level EMS Training and Quality Improvement Program.
• Supervise and direct subordinate firefighters during fire ground suppression activities, fire prevention inspections and, during basic and advanced life support level EMS operations.
• Respond to emergency incident fire assignments in various ICS specialties
• Supervise and direct subordinate firefighters during fire ground suppression

Schedule “A” Engine

• Plan and assign work, give instructions and maintain discipline as related to subordinates
• Supervise subordinates in station projects projects
• Train engine companies in disciplines related to fire fighting
• Conduct classroom and field training as it relates to fire fighting
• Perform Firefighter evaluations through IDPs and performance evals
• Apply and enforce fire prevention laws
• Conduct preliminary fire investigations and complete LE-66 reports
• Access fire department programs such as CAD Web, CAIRS, Crystal Reports
• Access web-based Cal Fire Publications, Handbooks and Forms
• Complete Cal ATERS reports
• Complete payroll forms such as E-pay and eFC-33 forms
• Assist with station budgets
• Perform daily inspections on apparatus and maintain proper records utilizing forms ME101, ME 14, etc.
• Complete Target Safety training assignments
• Manage station EMS ordering and equipment levels
• Maintain fiscal responsibilities as regards to EMS equipment and ordering
• Responsible for station level EMS QA/QI
• Coordinate the annual Spark of Love toy drive at the Battalion level
• Perform business inspections and preplans
• Perform LE-100 inspections
• Prepare and present Fire Prevention Programs to the public
• Establishing a training regimen and implementing battalion wide training exercises
• Supervise and direct subordinate firefighters during fireground suppression activities, fire prevention inspections and, during basic and advanced life support level EMS operations.
• Respond to emergency incident fire assignments in various ICS specialties

Schedule “A” Engine/Ambulance ~ Battalion 12

• Conduct classroom and field training as it relates to fire fighting
• Access fire department programs such as CAD Web, CAIRS, Crystal Reports
• Accessing of web-based Cal Fire Publications
• Access web-based Cal Fire Publications, Handbooks and Forms
• Complete Cal ATERS reports
• Complete payroll forms such as E-pay and eFC-33 forms
• Assist with station budgets and project work
• Complete several state forms including but not limited to FC-33, AO-78, F-72, PO-138, CDF-304 & various county forms
• Utilization of O.S.S. (Computer Work Scheduling System)
• Maintain station requisitions
• Performing business inspections
• Performing LE-100 inspections
• Prepare and present Fire Prevention Programs to the public
• Establishing a training regimen and implementing battalion wide training exercises
• Operated fire suppression equipment, maintaining readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
• Responded to emergency calls, ensuring rapid deployment and effective management of firefighting operations.
• Conducted regular inspections of firefighting apparatus, identifying maintenance needs to enhance operational efficiency.

• Complete Patient Care Reports
• Complete equipment maintenance forms
• Perform station maintenance and minor station repairs
• Clean and repair equipment
• Perform daily physical fitness exercises
• Assist with Healthcare Education Programs for the public
• Respond to numerous types of incidents including but not limited to, medical emergencies, hazardous materials releases, traffic collisions and any other emergency that may arise.
• Perform routine non-emergency medical transportation of sick/injured persons to various medical facilities
• Analyze situations accurately and take appropriate, effective actions
• Exercise good judgment in emergency situations

• Helitack crew member
• Operated firefighting equipment, including hoses, pumps, and aerial devices to combat blazes effectively.
• Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
• Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
• Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
• Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
• Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
• Assist with public education programs
• Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assessment and action during wildfires and other disasters.

• Schedule “B” Engine company
• Perform tool maintenance and repairs
• Participate in a daily physical fitness routine
• Participate in maintenance and repairs of equipment
• Participate in station maintenance, repairs and projects
• Participate in training
• Assist with public education programs