Tyler Powers
Wise River,MT
Summary
An environmentally motivated, field research-oriented Environmental Geologist from the University of Montana (2019 MS Environmental Science: Renewable Systems and Sustainability Focus). Career interests include sustainable development, energy production (3 years of experience oil and gas drilling as geo-steering consultant across multiple Rocky Mountain basins), environmental legislation, onsite home and business energy development strategies and sustainability logistics. Well versed in law and regulation regarding rural renewable energy systems at the local and state level here in Montana and a solid understanding of the logistical, technical and political challenges the state faces regarding energy management and production. Years of experience working with Montanans from all walks of life and enjoys working with the public.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Ranch Manager
Twin Beaver Cattle Co.
Wise River, MT
05.2016 - Current
- Ranch duties include daily management of 2,000 acre cattle ranch and herd. Consulting on energy and efficiency projects aimed to reduce cost.
- Performed energy audit and data analysis to improve efficiency and sustainability practices at ranch.
- Worked closely with owner and employees to improve agricultural and irrigation practices and techniques, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Herded livestock using ATVs.
Lead Well-site Geologist & Geo-steering Consultant
Sunburst Consulting And Empirica Inc.
Billings, MT
12.2011 - 03.2015
- Responsibilities included leading teams of 2+ geologists with oil well-site geology, geo-steering and technical analysis and solving any geologic problems or challenges that might arise on well-site.
- Developed and implemented real-time data interpretation and communication strategies for oil field investigation and drill sites.
- Helped solve geo-steering related issue on directional drill sites using geo-mapping, core analysis and gamma assessment techniques.
- Compiled data, prepared and presented reports to clients, completed modeling and mapping creation and analysis.
- Used geological knowledge and expertise to characterize sediment and analyze gas.
Field Technician/Geologist
AMEC/BCI
Lakeland, FL
01.2005 - 04.2011
- (2010-2011) Sinkhole investigating required evaluation of sinkhole conditions in residential areas throughout Florida. Responsibilities included drilling to identify sinkholes, evaluating scale and risk to surrounding structures from sinkhole, and writing final analysis reports for insurance companies to evaluate claims.
- (2004-2009) Field Technician responsibilities included conducting pre-phosphate mining fluvial geomorphology analysis project on pristine remote streams throughout central Florida. Final reports were used to establish industry standard for mining restoration projects in Florida.
- My team collected water samples, conducted biodiversity and sediment flow analysis and collected physical parameters of stream bed and flow during multi-year period.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Geology and Geophysics
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY06.2010
Skills
- Residential surveying
- Surface and structural collapse risk analysis
- Environmental Regulations
- Groundwater Sampling
- Environmental Consulting
- Technical Analysis and Report Writing
- Soil Sample Collection
- Heavy Machinery Operation
Accomplishments
- Consulted on rural renewable energy projects in Montana
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop core and gas tracking spreadsheets
Certification
OSHA Certified (December 2011)
H2S Safety Certified (September 2013)
Marathon and Oxy Safety Certified
Skills
Proficiently trained in soil/rock analysis and description
Timeline
General Ranch Manager
Twin Beaver Cattle Co.
05.2016 - Current
Lead Well-site Geologist & Geo-steering Consultant
Sunburst Consulting And Empirica Inc.
12.2011 - 03.2015
Field Technician/Geologist
AMEC/BCI
01.2005 - 04.2011
Master of Science - Environmental Science
The University of Montana
Bachelor of Arts - Geology and Geophysics
University of Wyoming
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