Michael Ryan Thomas

519 B Street
Salt Lake City UT. 84103
Mobile: 801-879-0934
Home: 801-323-9384
Email: mike.ryan.thomas@gmail.com

12-18-2014

Education
University of Utah
Bachelors of Science
Natural Resources Emphasis

In-Progress

Related Coursework: Foundations in Parks Recreation and Tourism, Recreation Programming

and Leadership, Evaluation in Parks Recreation and Tourism
Utah Valley University
Utah Fire and Rescue Academy

Completed May 2007

Related Coursework: Wildfire fighting fundamentals and Practical

Salt Lake Community College

Emergency Medical Technician

Completed May 2006

Work Experience
University of Utah, Lab Aide

Painting, Dry wall

Overlooked freight operations and moved furniture
Prepared engineering supplies for transport

United Parcel Service, Package handler

08-2004 to 11-2006

Loaded and Unloaded packages

Scanned packages for proper and efficient tracking
Worked shifts during peak hours and holiday season as needed

11-2006 to 03-2007

Lone Peak Conservation Center, Forestry Technician

Served as lead crew member (LCM) assisting squad boss with responsibilities associated
with the fire crew
Served as lead medic for the crew with responsibilities including medical kit inventory,
emergency response and managing two other medics in the event of emergency
Acted as lead swamper for the crew and was responsible for assessing the dangers and
hazards of big timber with little to no supervision.
Managed and inventoried the crews diesel/unleaded fuel resources
Acted as digging boss on a trail building project

Beerhive Pub, Doorman

11-2010 to Present

Checking customers Identification including birthdate, picture and date of expiration

Handling situations that deal with potentially aggressive and or violent customers
Interaction with customers with a strong emphasis on customer service

Affiliations and Skills

04-2008 to 10-2009

National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) member

Recreation and Park Society (RAPS) member
Fire Crew Rookie of the Year 2008
Small Engine Repair certification 2013
Knowledge of chainsaw operation
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)-in progress
Hospitality Certification-in progress