Forestry, Ecology, Natural Resources, Emergency response, Fire science

Ryan Trenkel

Cell: 208-***-****

Email: ***********@*****.***

Objective

To secure employment where I can contribute my extensive knowledge, skills and experience to an outstanding agency committed to sustaining the health, diversity, and productivity of environments for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. I am self-motivated, hard-working, and personable. Task oriented and can work individually or as a team to accomplish goals. Skilled at communicating with coworkers, supervisors, and dispatchers to promote a safe working environment. I value and practice the three principles of leadership: duty, respect, and integrity.

Skills

Pumps, Fireline hand tools, chainsaws, equipment, machinery, general construction, hose lays, irrigation systems, emergency medical care for the sick and injured, Managing self and others in a crisis and emergency situations.

Strategic Planning, Data Analytics, Consultative Expertise, and Inventory Management in the fields of Forestry, Rangeland, Fire Sciences, and Natural Resources. Statistics, research, Policy compliance, Environmental planning, and Environmental law, Dendrology.

Licenses, Certificates and Awards

Qualified Helicopter Rappeler (NWCG) (USDA)

National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) Wildland Fire Fighter I Certification

American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR Certification (BLS)

Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Structure Fire Fighter I

Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Fire and EMS Instructor 1

Emergency Medical Technician (Licensed January 2021-2026)

DC-4x4 Federal Driving Endorsement

Landing Zone Officer (Helicopter Evacuation)

Certified Rangland Technician (Treasure Valley Community College)

Certified Forestry Technician (Treasure Valley Community College)

Fire service award for emergency action in camp (2018)

Professional Experiences

Trenkel Bros Corp. (Natural beef production Family Farm)

January 2007 to 2018 (11 years)

Duties:

Animal Husbandry “feeding, moving, doctoring, general care of livestock on farm”. Livestock operations – responsible for the daily care and maintenance of the cattle

Irrigation, gated pipe, siphon tubes, sprinkler lines, pivots, digging ditch, trap dams, pump maintenance (gasoline pumps electric pumps)

Planting/Harvesting alfalfa hay, grass hay mix, grass, wheat, corn, barely.

Operating equipment four wheelers, chainsaws, side by sides, light pickups, heavy duty pickups, grain and hay trucks (5-10 ton) loaders, forklifts, backhoes, semi-trucks

PM (preventative maintenance) all equipment listed above

Harvesting Crops (Hay, corn, wheat, barely)

Administrative duties included (time sheets, yield measurements, fertilizer management, Herd Health compliance, etc.)

SRV Camp Crew, BLM

Camp Crew Team member

100 Oregon Street Vale Oregon 97918

July of 2017 to August of 2017

Duties:

Appearance and Ethics (uniform)

General labor, cleaning of garbage in camp, bathrooms, work space

Distribution food, tools, supplies, fuel, hardware, hoses and all other duties required working in the supply cash system.

People skills

Construction duties included informational kiosks billboards directional signs roads audible public address systems

General administrative work (bookkeeping, tracking supplies returning and refitting supplies.).

Schneider Tree Service

Travis Schneider 541-***-****

July 2018 to August 2019

Duties:

Arboreous duties

Operating chainsaws, lift trucks, chipper, leaf blowers, rakes, light and heavy machinery

Maintenance chainsaws, skid steers, dozer, excavator, leaf blowers

OSHA and safety compliance working standards

SRV Camp Crew, BLM

Camp Crew Leader

100 Oregon Street Vale Oregon 97918

July of 2018 to August of 2018

Duties:

Appearance and Ethics (uniform) Responsible for leading by example for other team members

Leading General labor, cleaning of garbage in camp, bathrooms, workspace

Distribution food, tools, supplies, fuel, hardware, hoses, and all other duties required working in the supply cash system.

People skills, team-based leadership skills.

Construction duties included informational kiosks billboards directional signs roads audible public address systems

Supervising General administrative work (bookkeeping, tracking supplies returning and refitting supplies.).

Forestry Aid (Engine)

Bridger-Teton National Forest Engine-411

308 US Highway 189 Kemmerer, WY, 83101

GS-3-0462 40+ Hours August 2019 to September 2019 (total of 60 days)

Duties:

Fireline construction, basic hand tools, clearing underbrush, Use of Pumps, and utilization of water, working in and around aircraft such as helicopters.

Observe and assist higher grade employees carrying out repetitive tasks, follows safety precautions affecting own tasks and others.

Completes on the job training and demonstrates progressive ability to complete tasks independently.

Can communicate and carry out assigned tasks, ability to work under stress of emergencies.

Forestry Technician (Engine)

Vale District Bureau of Land Management.

100 Oregon Street Vale Oregon 97918

GS-3-0462 40+ Hours June 2020 to September 2020 (total of 90 days)

Duties:

Fireline construction, basic hand tools, clearing underbrush, Use of Pumps and utilization of water, working in and around aircraft such as helicopters.

Observe and assist higher grade employees carrying out repetitive tasks, follows safety precautions affecting own tasks and others.

Completes on the job training and demonstrates progressive ability to complete tasks independently.

Can communicate and carry out assigned tasks, ability to work under stress of emergencies.

Emergency Medical Technician

Treasure Valley Paramedics

1147 SW 4th Ave, Ontario, OR 97914

Jan 2020 to Jan 2022

Duties:

Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.

Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment.

Document patient information, condition, and treatment.

Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights.

Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures

Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients.

Operate and drive ambulances in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws.

Provide basic life support and gather patient data.

Compliance with Local and State authorized procedures

Forestry Technician (Engine)

Vale district Bureau of Land Management.

100 Oregon Street Vale Oregon 97918

GS-4-0462 40+ Hours June 2021 to September 2021 (total of 90 days)

Duties:

Fireline construction, basic hand tools, clearing underbrush, Heavy Use of Pumps and utilization of water, working in and around aircraft such as helicopters.

Observe and assist higher grade employees carrying out a variety tasks, follows safety precautions affecting own tasks and others.

Completes on the job training and demonstrates progressive ability to complete tasks independently.

Can communicate and carry out assigned tasks, ability to work under stress of emergencies.

Forestry Technician (Helitack)

Vale district Bureau of Land Management.

100 Oregon Street Vale Oregon 97918

GS-4-0462 40+ Hours June 2022 to September 2022 (total of 120 days)

Duties:

Operating hand tools, chainsaws, portable pumps, engines, and firing devices.

Assumes ICS positions per individual qualifications on initial attack, extended attack, managed fires, prescribed fire, and large fires.

Working as Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) Trainee or fully qualified; helicopter passenger, briefing passengers, manifesting cargo and passengers, loading and unloading helicopters, preparing and rigging internal and external cargo loads, water bucket operations, takeoff and landing parking tender, helicopter equipment maintenance, maintaining equipment and gear for fire readiness and response.

Grounds and facilities maintenance, firefighting equipment maintenance, support vehicle maintenance.

Documenting time, vehicles, fire suppression documentation, complete required training, and refreshers.

Ontario Fire Department

2018 – 2022

Volunteer Fire Fighter

Duties:

I contribute my time, knowledge, and skills to provide protection and assistance from emergencies caused by fires, explosions, accidents, illness, hazardous materials, and storms for the citizens of Ontario, Oregon.

Planning and executing training goals objectives and skills under the Department of Safety Standards and Training.

PACT Emergency Medical Services

2704 Clearwater Ave Lewiston, Idaho 83501

Emergency Medical Technician Basic 36+ Hours September 2022-March 2023

Duties:

Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.

Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment.

Document patient information, condition, and treatment

Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights.

Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures

Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients.

Operate and drive ambulances in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws.

Provide basic life support and gather patient data.

Compliance with Local and State authorized procedures

Forestry Technician (Helitack)

Payette National Forest New Meadows Ranger District

2295 Price Valley Road New Meadows, Idaho, 83645

GS-4-0462 Wildland Fire Rappeler 40+ hours May-August 2023

Duties:

Operating hand tools, chainsaws, portable pumps, engines, and firing devices.

Assumes ICS positions per individual qualifications on initial attack, extended attack, managed fires, prescribed fire, and large fires.

Working as Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) Trainee or fully qualified; helicopter passenger, briefing passengers, manifesting cargo and passengers, loading and unloading helicopters, preparing and rigging internal and external cargo loads, water bucket operations, takeoff and landing parking tender, helicopter equipment maintenance, maintaining equipment and gear for fire readiness and response.

Grounds and facilities maintenance, firefighting equipment maintenance, support vehicle maintenance.

Documenting time, vehicles, fire suppression documentation, complete required training, equipment inspections, and refreshers.

Working under DOT, USDA, FAA, and local policies and procedures during active forest operations.

Student Outreach (Clubs and Organizations)

University of Idaho

875 perimeter drive Moscow Idaho 83843

15 hours per week Aug 2023 -May 2024

Associated Students of University of Idaho Clerical Tutor

Duties:

Directing club and organizational leaders in finding and using resources for respective Club or organization.

Tracking and cataloging Clubs and Organizations compliance with university policy and procedures

Outreach member of the university to alumni, public, student body, and others

Administrator of University software Engage.

Tutor to Freshman sophomore junior and senior club and organization members and leaders.

Planning for individualized training of Organizations, Chapters, Clubs, and Social groups.

Administration of 200+ organizations compliance with University of Idaho standards.

Field Forester

Northwest Management INC.

233 E Palouse River Dr, Moscow, ID 83843

40+ hours per week May 2024 -Sept 2024

Duties:

Timber sale layout, reforestation planning and inspection for riparian and production compliance.

Layout and monitoring of hydrologic and fish habitat management plans

Natural resource management plan development, wildland and prescribed fire response

Natural resource inventories of timber, grasslands, carbon assessments, and regeneration of forest inventories

Dendrology/ species identification of natural resource inventories

Vegetation management of landscapes by herbicide or other treatment plans

Use of Avensa maps, GPS, GIS, and FPS digital programs

LiDAR preparations and operational use for remote sensing and data analytics

Environmental compliance and contract confidentiality

Consulting Utilities Forester

ACRT Inc. (Idaho Division)

1550 S Main St, Payette, ID 83661

40+Hours per week Sept 2024 -Present

Duties:

Inspect and manage vegetation on private and county-owned properties.

Identify tree species and assess growth rates for management decisions.

Prescribe required work to comply with PUC, FERC and state utility regulations.

Patrol distribution and transmission circuits, prescribing and auditing tree trimming and removal work.

Use Multiple handheld devices and software to log and manage work activities.

Notify property owners of upcoming vegetation management activities.

Coordinate, Track, Administrate, and manage work progress of contractors.

Negotiate access for line-clearance crews and Supervise compliance with PUC, State and FERC Regulations.

Conduct herbicide audits and tree trimming assessments.

Ensure adherence to local, state, and organizational regulations.

Obtain permits and maintain documentation for vegetation management work.

Foster positive relationships with coworkers, clients, contractors, and customers.

Act as a liaison between stakeholders, representing the organization professionally.

Participate in public presentations and meetings as needed.

Education Received

High school academic achievement above a 3.0 GPA

A.S Natural Resource Management Treasure Valley Community College 2.7 GPA

B.S. Forestry Minor Fire Ecology and management University of Idaho 2.8 GPA

Professional References

Nathan Navarro, Helitack Foreman BLM, 208-***-****

Shane Samio, Engine Captain BLM, 541-***-****

Cody Bates, Engine Captain, BLM, 208-***-****

Robyn Mitton Engine Captain BLM, 360-***-****

Terry Leighton, Ontario Fire Chief (Retired), 208-***-****

Clint Benson, Ontario Fire Chief (Current), 541-***-****

Mark Kennedey, Idaho Power Regional Arborist, 208-***-****)

Personal References

JFG Agricultural contracting, 541-***-****

Ron Kuwahara Farms, 541-***-****)

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