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Saumel Machado Jr

El Cajon

Summary

Highly trained hand crew firefighter proficient in equipment, techniques and tools useful for optimizing wildland firefighting tactics. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every fire. Resourceful, hardworking and dependable professional. Brings 4 years of experience in fire fighting.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Wildland Firefighter

Task Force Rattlesnake
06.2020 - Current
  • Mitigated environmental impact of wildfires by implementing soil erosion prevention techniques during fireline construction.
  • Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fireline construction.
  • Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
  • Collaborated with interagency partners to share resources, knowledge, and strategies for more effective wildfire response.
  • Ensured prompt medical care for injured crew members by providing first aid support when necessary.
  • Reduced wildfire damage to property by employing effective structure protection measures.
  • Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
  • Increased operational efficiency with thorough pre-season equipment maintenance and inspection routines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Soldier

California Army National Guard
10.2010 - Current
  • Managed weapon handling, delivery, and shipping systems.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
  • Provided essential logistical support during deployments by coordinating transportation, lodging, meals, and other necessities for personnel involved in the mission.
  • Drove mission success by effectively utilizing intelligence data gathered from various sources for informed decision-making during operations.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Mentored junior cooks in refining their culinary skills through hands-on guidance during meal preparation processes.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.

Education

HS -

Monte Vista High School
Spring Valley, CA
06.2009

Skills

  • Emergency Management
  • Dispatch Communication
  • Station and Equipment Cleaning
  • Fire suppression
  • Backfire and Flanking
  • Safety Equipment Inspection
  • Chainsaw Operation
  • Two-Way Radio Operation
  • Fire Crew Leadership
  • Firefighting
  • Safety inspection
  • Hazard Identification
  • Fire weather monitoring
  • Terrain studying
  • Brush removal
  • Team Collaboration
  • Equipment Operation
  • Incident Reporting
  • First Aid
  • Hose connections
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Fire behavior prediction

Timeline

Wildland Firefighter

Task Force Rattlesnake
06.2020 - Current

Soldier

California Army National Guard
10.2010 - Current

HS -

Monte Vista High School

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