I bring over 14 years of experience in wildland fire operations, dedicating my career to protecting lives, homes, and critical infrastructure in high-risk fire environments. My background includes serving on an elite Hotshot Crew, where I operated in some of the most demanding fire conditions, performing extended initial attack, complex fuel reduction, and large-scale suppression operations. In addition to Hotshot experience, I worked as a Fire Engine Operator, traveling throughout the county to respond to wildland fire incidents and structure protection assignments. This role required decisive leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to make critical decisions under extreme pressure to safeguard residential communities in the wildland-urban interface.

My experience across hotshot crews and engine companies has given me a deep, practical understanding of fire behavior, defensible space, evacuation coordination, and proactive fire mitigation—knowledge I continue to apply with a strong focus on safety, preparedness, and community protection