Aaron Martin
First Utility District of Knox County
Friendsville,TN
2
Languages
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
A detail-oriented military veteran with more than 10 years of professional work experience and education in Geography, GIS, and Environmental Science.
Work History
GIS Analyst
2 Years 3 Months- Managed and maintained geographic information system (GIS) databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
- Developed and implemented GIS projects, including data collection, analysis, mapping, and visualization
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements for GIS projects and provide technical expertise
- Created custom maps and spatial analyses to support decision-making processes within the organization
- Performed quality control checks on GIS data to ensure adherence to standards and accuracy of information
- Provided training and support to staff members on the use of GIS software applications
- Assisted in the development of GIS policies, procedures, and best practices for efficient data management
- Conducted research on emerging trends in GIS technology to recommend improvements or enhancements
- Worked closely with stakeholders to identify their needs and develop solutions using GIS tools
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific software applications related to geospatial analysis
- Achieved cost savings through effective utilization of open-source GIS software alternatives
- Increased spatial accuracy by implementing GPS-enabled field data collection techniques
- Served as primary point-of-contact for all GIS-related inquiries from internal departments
- Managed multiple concurrent projects while adhering to strict deadlines
GIS Technician
1 Year 2 Months- Manage Multiple Geodatabases for the entire water and sewer network.
- Create maps on an as needed basis for engineering and operations to help assist with projects and development.
- Correct inaccuracies within mapping to better assist field crews in their daily operations.
- Fulfil public request for mapping by creating maps for public use with contractors and existing utility customers.
- Use a multitude of software suits such as ESRI, Qgis, and Futura.
- Input and manage large quantities of data through Arcmap and Arc catalog.
- Help with basic IT needs throughout all departments as well as help with mapping related questions.
- Responsible for managing and deploying a drone to collect images
- Process the images collected with the drone with Pix4d software.
- Collect GPS data with a Trimble R2 unit.
- Responsible for migrating all field data collected by crews to the main GIS server.
- Manage the GIS server through Windows server 2012 software.
Production Associate
1 Year- With supervision, helped to build high quality inverters for Ford electric and hybrid vehicle.
- With an emphasis on quality, inspected welds and determined whether the welds were acceptable or unacceptable.
- Worked safely with an emphasis on providing high quality parts to meet customer demands.
- Consistently arrived to work on time ready to work diligently to meet production demands.
LDAR Technician
1 Year 2 Months- Collect data about utility poles in order to install new services along existing lines.
- Manage a crew as a foreman of a small team.
- Responsible for all administrative tasks associated with the crew.
- Maintain and operate a crew vehicle along with high value equipment needed to complete the job.
- Travel 100% of the time with a high level of excellence and success in the work being completed.
Leak Detection Technician
8 Months- Responsible for surveying critical infrastructure (i.e. water lines) for Knoxville Utility Board in order to locate and mark leaks for repair.
- Report to service departments any problems such as meter irregularities, damaged equipment, or impediments to meter access.
- Read water consumption meters and enter data in hand-held computers using integrated GIS programs.
Recreation Technician
1 Year 3 Months- Understand, apply, and enforce Code of Federal Regulations (Forest Service) in recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
- Used Motorola radio systems to communicate with colleagues, dispatch, and other Forest Service personnel in the performance of our duties.
- Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
- Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties.
- Evaluate recreation areas, facilities, and services to determine if they are producing desired results.
- Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, and other professional personnel to plan balanced recreational programs for participants.
- Meet with staff to discuss rules, regulations, and work-related problems.
- Serve as liaison between park or recreation administrators and activity instructors.
Infantryman
3 Years 2 Months- Honorably discharged with the rank of Specialist (E4) and performed the role of a team leader. While deployed, successfully led a team with the mission of convoy security and foreign national training.
- Completed an operational deployment with a 100% success rate within the unit. Achieved two Army Accommodation Medals while deployed.
- Briefed supervisors on readiness, equipment status, and opposing force locations on a daily basis to enable sound decision making.
- Tasked with organizing a small team to set priorities in a fast-paced combat environment while adhering to strict Rules of Engagement, polices, and procedures all in the support of convoy security within operational theater.
- Assessed battlefield conditions such as terrain and enemy fields of fire effectiveness to organize and deploy team members effectively. Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness, and intelligence for superiors on a daily basis.
- Used radio equipment (Harris/ASIP) on a daily basis to deploy field elements during convoy operations.
- Qualified and used numerous weapons systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Bachelor's degree
Skills
Analysis skills
Part 107 Drone Pilot
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Experience
Computer Experience
Mapping software
Computer skills
Microsoft Office
GIS project manager experience
Military Experience
ArcGIS Experience
Project management
Organizational skills
Cartographer experience
Data Collection Experience
Telecommunications GIS projects
Security Experience
Project Management Skills
Continuous improvement
Program Management
Leadership Experience
Remote sensing experience
Tactical Operations Experience
Land Navigation Experience
ArcGIS
Communication Skills
Database management experience
Writing Skills
CPR/AED/First Aid
QGIS
Radio Equipment Experience (Harris/Motorola/WARS)
Remote sensing
GIS analyst experience
Microsoft Excel
Time management
Urban planning GIS projects
Spatial analysis
DoD Experience
Data management
GIS analysis
ArcGIS suite
Georeferencing
Geographic mapping data collection
GPS data collection
Geodatabase design
Certification
- S212 chainsaw certificate
- Google Cybersecurity
- Google IT Support
- FAA Part 107
- Remote Pilot Certificate
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English - Fluent
Native or Bilingual
Spanish - Basic
Elementary
Software
- ArcMap, ArcPro, ArcCatelog, and QGIS.
Timeline
GIS Analyst
First Utility District of Knox County
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
GIS Technician
First Utility District of Knox County
03.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Production Associate
Denso MFG. of Tennessee
03.2022 - 03.2023Read More
LDAR Technician
Osmose Utilities Services Inc
01.2021 - 03.2022Read More
Leak Detection Technician
Matchpoint Inc
05.2020 - 01.2021Read More
Recreation Technician
U.S. Forest Service
05.2018 - 08.2019Read More
Infantryman
U.S. Army
06.2013 - 08.2016Read More
The University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Science from Geography
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Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer