Andrew Kerr
Abilene,TX
Summary
Diverse GIS Analyst II with portfolio of successful projects spread across various industries. Learned in latest GIS techniques to create safe, optimally efficient installations. Accomplished at providing technical feedback on both domestic and international projects. Computer-savvy GIS professional with technical expertise in equipment and databases. Knowledgeable about compiling, organizing and reporting on data for diverse applications. Demonstrated skill in integrated analyses and cartography. Adaptable Geospatial Imagery Analyst with expertise in cartography and intelligence gathering. Innovative and creative with first-rate problem-solving skills. Adept at monitoring and screening full-motion video and performing high-level video and imagery analysis. Operates imagery equipment and software such as Arc Gis Pro.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
GIS Analyst II
Texas Department Of Transportation
10.2023 - Current
- Combined remotely-collected and on-site data acquisition to generate unified geographic mapping information.
- Provided technical recommendations and support documentation to aid in GIS process improvement.
- Designed standardized protocols for data collection, creating cohesive database input guidelines to streamline intelligence retrieval and exploitation.
- Contributed to centralized GIS portal and ArcGIS database, correctly inputting data on new job sites and revising data on changing conditions.
- Over seeing along with the GIS coordinator all GIS work for a 13 county district,
- Used Geographic Information Systems technology and equipment to produce detailed maps.
- Created effective maps, charts and other images based on project-specific requirements.
- Managed GIS databases and modified parameters for different needs.
Surveyor
Nyrstar
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Used Trimble and AutoCAD to create detailed maps from raw field data.
- Read and used topographical data to complete analysis of land plots and roadways.
- Assessed individual survey project needs and planned workflows.
- Created visual presentations of topographical characteristics using QGIS and ArcGIS.
- Attended daily and weekly mine planning and technical services meetings to review budgets.
- Generated numbers for monthly reporting of development
- Combined remotely-collected and on-site data acquisition to generate unified geographic mapping information.
- Performed field calculations to complete assessments.
Exploration Geologist Technician
Nyrstar
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Investigated composition, structure and history of Earth's crust by collecting, examining, measuring and classifying soils, minerals, rocks.
- Collected and recorded samples and data from drill test sites.
- Analyzed and interpreted geological, geochemical and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, boreholes and aerial photos.
- Developed and maintained underground geologic maps and cross-sections to use in exploration and mine planning efforts.
- Created GIS maps and figures for technical reports and press releases.
Operations Supervisor
CVS Healthcare
04.2018 - 05.2022
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
- Collected customer feedback and made business adjustments to improve retention and satisfaction.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
- Encouraged and promoted ideas aligned to business needs and benefits.
- Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions.
- Coordinated shipping requests for expedited delivery and documented accurately to achieve correct billing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geographic Information Systems Technology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ2024
Skills
- Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL)
- Computer Programming
- Data Acquisition
- Data Collections
- Spatial Analysis
- SQL Server Reporting Services
- Python/Jython
- ESRI ArcGIS
- Data Acquisition
- AutoCAD Drawing
Timeline
GIS Analyst II
Texas Department Of Transportation
10.2023 - Current
Surveyor
Nyrstar
02.2023 - 10.2023
Exploration Geologist Technician
Nyrstar
02.2022 - 02.2023
Operations Supervisor
CVS Healthcare
04.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Geographic Information Systems Technology
University of Arizona