Adam du Fresne
Prior Lake,MN
Summary
Highly motivated Geologist with 3 years of extensive field and laboratory experience. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in demanding terrains and challenging weather conditions, specializing in the identification and extraction of earth materials. Proficient in water, rock, and sediment sampling, with advanced skills in laboratory analysis, geological testing, and petrological testing methods. Experienced in geological mapping and interpretation, capable of navigating diverse landscapes with mechanical aptitude to support fieldwork proficiency. Skilled in safety and risk management, technical compliance, and data analysis. Strong communicator, ensuring clear and precise reporting and documentation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Minnesota State University, Mankato
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervisor Name: Beth Fisher
- Supervisor Contact: 507-389-2762
- Can Contact Supervisor: True
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Conducted field soil characterization, sampling, and analysis, assessing soil aggregate stability, density, and saturated hydraulic conductivity
- Proficient in the use of soil analysis tools, including infiltrometer, penetrometer, soil coring device, and amoozemeter
- Conducted laboratory analysis of recovered soil samples, including bulk density testing and calculation, sieving, and archiving soil data using Excel
Maintenance Operations Controller
United States Air Force
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Managed maintenance plans and schedules to meet operational requirements
- Conducted daily briefings for commanders and high-ranking officials, providing updates on sortie generation, aircraft maintenance status, and weather conditions
- Utilized Excel for tracking and recording flight line activities and maintenance histories
- Executed maintenance tasks through data systems and communicated weather advisories
- Coordinated with various agencies to facilitate successful maintenance operations
- Deployed to Qatar
Refuel/Bomber Aircraft Maintenance Journeyman
United States Air Force
10.2016 - 09.2018
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Conducted various aircraft operations, including sortie generation, ground handling, servicing, and inspections such as preflight, thru-flight, post flight, and special inspections
- Offered guidance on aircraft maintenance, servicing, and inspections, interpreting, and advising on relevant policies and procedures
- Responsibilities encompassed the inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of aircraft structures, engines, hydraulic systems, and related equipment
- Performed ground engine operations, supervised aircraft jacking, lifting, towing operations, and conducted aircraft, engine, and component inspections
- Coordinated maintenance plans and schedules to meet operational requirements and oversaw aircraft launching and recovery operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology (Minor in Geography)
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN06.2024
Associate's degree -
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN12.2021
Aerospace Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Wichita Falls, TX09.2016
Skills
- Organization & Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal & Written Communication
- Risk Management
- Data Management & Analysis
- Laboratory Analysis
- Geological Testing
- Fieldwork Proficiency
- Geological Mapping & Interpretation
- Navigation
- Mechanical Aptitude
- ArcGIS & ENVI Software
- Microsoft Office Programs
Additional Information
- Awarded Undergraduate Research Grant: Secured funding from MNSU, Mankato's Undergraduate Research Center to conduct petrological research on Minnesota's first recorded occurrence of glacially deposited nephrite-jade, which I independently discovered.
- Presented research project at the Posters at St. Paul Symposium event at the Minnesota state capital building.
- Proficient in a range of geological and petrological testing methods, including: thin-section preparation and analysis using polarizing microscopy, x-ray diffraction sample preparation and analysis, scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), evaluation of basic physical properties of rocks and minerals, aquifer properties assessment, igneous and metamorphic analysis, rock and mineral identification, soil properties assessment, and sampling.
- Physically capable of working in a physically demanding terrain, standing for long periods, & can lift more than 100 lb.
References
- Bryce Hoppie, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Professor of Geology, Ph.D., PG, 507-389-2315, bryce.hoppie@mnsu.edu
- Beth Fisher, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Assistant Professor of Geology and Soil Science, Ph.D., 507-389-2762, beth.fisher@mnsu.edu
- Beth Wisely, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Assistant Professor of Geology, Ph.D., 507-389-1963, beth.wisely@mnsu.edu
Additional Information
- Awarded Undergraduate Research Grant: Secured funding from MNSU, Mankato's Undergraduate Research Center to conduct petrological research on Minnesota's first recorded occurrence of glacially deposited nephrite-jade, which I independently discovered.
- Presented research project at the Posters at St. Paul Symposium event at the Minnesota state capital building.
- Proficient in a range of geological and petrological testing methods, including: thin-section preparation and analysis using polarizing microscopy, x-ray diffraction sample preparation and analysis, scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), evaluation of basic physical properties of rocks and minerals, aquifer properties assessment, igneous and metamorphic analysis, rock and mineral identification, soil properties assessment, and sampling.
- Physically capable of working in a physically demanding terrain, standing for long periods, & can lift more than 100 lb.
References
- Bryce Hoppie, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Professor of Geology, Ph.D., PG, 507-389-2315, bryce.hoppie@mnsu.edu
- Beth Fisher, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Assistant Professor of Geology and Soil Science, Ph.D., 507-389-2762, beth.fisher@mnsu.edu
- Beth Wisely, Minnesota State University, Mankato, Assistant Professor of Geology, Ph.D., 507-389-1963, beth.wisely@mnsu.edu