Reliant Fire Training LLC

Firemanship Conference 2025. What an incredible week! Had the opportunity to sit on 3 days of lecture from some of the best in the fire service and then deliver 2 days of engine ops to firemen from across the country. Thanks to our brother for the trust and for taking a chance on a small cadre from California. To our class participants, it means the world to us that you chose to take our class with how stacked the line up was. This week is just another form of confirmation that the fire service is in an amazing place right now. The poison is spreading and spreading fast! “Why are you here?” THEM! Welcome. Valued. Cared for.

That’s a wrap for San Diego! We had the incredible opportunity to come out to SD Miramar College and provide 2 “Train the Trainer” sessions for their academy Instructors and Skills Coaches. This was a private class offered only to their personnel with the goal of adopting our system, mindset, and approach to engine work. It was an incredible opportunity for us to share our mission with those impacting the next generation of firefighters. We cannot thank Matt Jewett and the rest of the enough for their trust and dedication to investing in their personnel.

Morning Pride Turnout Gear keeping us outfitted right! Can’t tell you how comfortable this gear is and it’s no surprise at all. Morning Pride is known for building gear that’s made for blue collar work. Thank you for the support!

This past Friday we made the trip back out to Grass Valley, Ca for some Beauty in the Basics! Another year and another great class with some amazing people! We weren’t able to get everyone in this group photo but we want to thank each and every one of you who participated for your work ethic, attitudes, and most importantly, your trust. Onto the next one! Next stop, San Diego 👊

RFT Cadre Member Introduction

Our last member introduction goes to RFT owner and cadre lead, Rick Archuleta. Rick has been in the fire service for 12 years and currently works as a Firefighter for the City of Clovis Fire Department. He is a state certified instructor with a passion for engine company operations, handline selection, and fire behavior. Rick is a member of his agency’s multi company operations cadre, firefighter survival cadre, and recruit academy cadre. Since founding Reliant Fire Training in 2022, Rick has continued his dedication to being a student of the profession first, while spreading the importance of efficient engine work. He is a firm believer that how you make those around you feel, is more important and more impactful than any skill that can be shared. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his number one priority, his family.

RFT Cadre Member Introduction

Next up we have Jerry DiFilippi. Jerry has over 10 years of experience in the fire service and currently serves with the City of Vacaville Fire Department as a Firefighter. He plays an active role in training within his department and also teaches for Forcible Entry Inc. Dedicated to continuous growth, Jerry is committed to remaining a lifelong learner, always seeking to expand his knowledge and share valuable insights with others in the field.

RFT Cadre Member Introduction

Next up we have Matt Rau. Matt has been in the fire service for 8 years and is currently a Firefighter with the City of Fresno Fire Department assigned to Midtown. He is heavily involved in his department’s training division where he teaches Engine Operations, Search, Forcible Entry, Live Fire, and Multi-Company Operations. Matt also serves as a skills evaluator for Fresno Fire’s rookie drill school. Additionally, he’s probably the only person you’ll ever see that runs marathons or competes in Hyrox competitions, in Vans.

RFT Cadre Member Introduction


Next up we have Ryan Morrison. Ryan has 11 years on the job working for Cal Fire in Mendocino county riding on engines and helicopter 101. The last 7 years working as a fireman for the city of Woodland Ca. Currently assigned to Truck 3. Blue collar engine work has always been Ryan’s main focus. He is a passionate fireman that loves learning and passing on as much as he can to others. Ryan had a daughter in 2021 that keeps him busy on his days off and got married to his beautiful wife in 2020. In their free time they love to be outside camping, hiking, fishing, or visiting a national park.

RFT Cadre Member Introduction

Next up we have JD Flint. JD has been in the fire service since 2004. In 2011, he joined Metro Fire in Sacramento where he currently works as a Captain on Engine 21 in Citrus Heights, Ca. JD Flint is a state certified instructor, has held the position of Drill Master for one of Metro Fire’s Academies, drill instructor for many academies, teaches search to all new hires, and has been a burn cadre member since 2013.

It’s been a while since we have done a cadre introduction and have a lot of new followers. With the recent name change, it’s a good time to reintroduce ourselves!

First up we have Jeff Oliver. Jeff has been in the fire service for over 13 years and 8 of those years with Woodland Fire department where he currently holds the rank of Fire Captain. Jeff is a training officer for the West Valley Training Consortium which serves the various departments in Yolo County as well as an instructor with College of the Siskiyous. Jeff is a certified instructor in RIC/firefighter survival, and Driver Operator series. He spends his free time with his son Koven and daughter Re*****on who are very active in various sports.