Bradley Swift
Peridot
Summary
Experienced Wildland Firefighter specializing in fire suppression and crisis response. Expert in coordinating with federal and state agencies to improve team safety and readiness. Skilled in establishing water supplies, planning escape routes, and directing crews across diverse terrains and weather conditions. Proficient in forest maintenance, including brush cutting, tree planting, and timber management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Hotshot Senior Wildland firefighter
San Carlos Apache Tribe
San Carlos
01.2025 - Current
- Responded quickly to wildland fire incidents in diverse terrains.
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
- Monitored weather conditions to assess impacts on fire behavior and inform tactical decisions.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Coordinated with federal and state agencies during incident response to ensure effective collaboration and resource allocation.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment, and gear to ensure operational readiness for diverse fire scenarios.
- Participated in safety drills to enhance team preparedness and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategic fire suppression plans.
- Participated in controlled burns to manage forest health and prevent wildfires.
- Assisted in training new firefighters on safety protocols and techniques.
- Maintained physical fitness through regular training and conditioning exercises.
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
- Utilized GPS systems to map out areas burned by wildfires and create accurate records of fire perimeters.
- Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response at emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times.
- Operated various vehicles including water tenders, bulldozers, engines, skidgines and helicopters.
wildland Hotshot Crewmember
San Carlos Apache Tribe
San Carlos
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained high productivity and quality standards in operations, ensuring team effectiveness.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Exhibited exceptional physical endurance while executing strenuous tasks in challenging environments to support team objectives.
- Follow the 10 standard firefighting order and the 18 Watch Outs.
- Contributed to morning briefings, leading 6-minute safety discussions to improve team awareness and preparedness.
Senior Firefighter
San Carlos Apache Tribe
San Carlos
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools efficiently during incidents.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections and identified safety hazards.
- Trained junior firefighters on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Conducted safety briefings before work shift.
- Oversight over Crew while other overhead had other missions.
Wildland Firefighter
San Carlos Apache Tribe
San Carlos
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Executed controlled burns to manage vegetation and mitigate fire hazards.
- Conducted safety inspections of tools and gear before field deployment.
- Assisted in building fire lines to contain and control wildfire spread.
- Coordinated with local agencies to implement prescribed burns near urban areas, enhancing community safety.
Forestry Aide
San Carlos Apache Tribe
San Carlos
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Planted and maintained trees to enhance forest health in designated areas.
- Monitored forest health and reported pest infestations to supervisors.
- Assisted foresters in conducting field assessments for timber sales and other forestry activities.
- Performed forest inventory, including tree species identification and measurements.
- Identified potential threats to forests from disease or pests and assisted in implementing mitigation strategies.
- Operated tools and equipment for forestry management tasks safely.
- Operated a variety of motorized equipment used in the implementation of forestry practices such as skidders, chainsaws, chippers.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation purposes while out in the field conducting surveys or inspections.
- Documented findings and prepared reports to inform project updates and support decision-making.
Education
High School Diploma -
Globe High School
Globe, AZ03-2016
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
San Carlos Apache College
San Carlos, AZSkills
- Wildfire management
- Fire suppression
- Fire behavior monitoring
- Fire behavior prediction
- Fire lookout operation
- Backfire and flanking
- Weather assessment
- Weather condition assessment
- Safety drills
- Crisis response
- Equipment inspection
- Firefighting equipment maintenance
- Chainsaw operation
- All-terrain vehicle operation
- Vehicular operation
- Map reading and navigation
- Situation awareness
- Problem solving
- First aid certified
Affiliations
Spending time with family on days off.
Timeline
Hotshot Senior Wildland firefighter
San Carlos Apache Tribe
01.2025 - Current
wildland Hotshot Crewmember
San Carlos Apache Tribe
03.2023 - 01.2025
Senior Firefighter
San Carlos Apache Tribe
01.2022 - 03.2023
Wildland Firefighter
San Carlos Apache Tribe
04.2019 - 01.2021
Forestry Aide
San Carlos Apache Tribe
01.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Globe High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
San Carlos Apache College