Brad Wreden
San Rafael,CA
Summary
Versatile specialist with results-driven and focused approach to completing work. Skilled leader, planner and problem-solver with several-year career in the field. Known for excellent attention to detail and great work ethic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Waste Characterization Specialist
Nothing Wasted Consulting
San Rafael, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Sorted 2000 lbs of trash daily into over 60 categories, creating a comprehensive dataset for analysis.
- Analyzed data to assess environmental impact and operational efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive strategies to improve waste management processes.
- Collaborated with clients to identify sustainability goals and solutions.
- Worked closely with team members to improve project outcomes to enhance project outcomes and elevate client satisfaction.
Zero Waste Specialist
Northern Nights Music Festival
Piercy, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Restored festival site to pre-event conditions within days of attendee exodus, facilitating future events
- Maintained festival grounds during high-traffic events to promote a positive attendee experience
- Collected waste daily from designated event areas to ensure cleanliness and sustainability
Overnight Waste Hauling Crew
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival
San Francisco, CA
09.2019 - Current
- Reset festival grounds overnight, ensuring readiness for next day’s events
- Removed trash from event areas, maintaining cleanliness and sorting waste for proper disposal
Zero Waste Specialist
Lightning in a Bottle
Bakersfield, California
05.2018 - Current
- Collected waste daily from mapped event zones to ensure cleanliness and sustainability.
- Maintained event zones and assisted with post-event cleaning and site sweeps to uphold environmental standards.
Zero Waste Specialist
Sunset Campout
Belden, CA
05.2025 - 05.2025
Roustabout
Burning Man
Gerlach, Nevada
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with teams to ensure safety protocols during event operations.
- Assisted with site setup and teardown for annual large-scale event.
- Collaborated effectively with new crews daily to address challenges and met new and evolving problems with a smile.
Zero Waste Specialist
Winter Wondergrass Tahoe
Truckee, CA
04.2024 - 04.2024
Zero Waste Specialist
Mt Tam Sound Summit
Mill Valley, California
09.2023 - 09.2023
Zero Waste Specialist and Parking Crew
Cascade Equinox Festival
Redmond, Oregon
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Helped attendees load in and park during hectic pre event day
- Coordinated purchasing of new parking lots on the fly.
- Helped restore Festival grounds to pre event conditions once attendees exited
Zero Waste Specialist
Outside Lands Music Festival
San Francisco, California
08.2023 - 08.2023
Zero Waste Specialist
Shabang Festival
San Luis Obispo, California
05.2023 - 05.2023
Zero Waste Specialist
All Day I Dream Festival
Oakdale, California
05.2023 - 05.2023
Zero Waste Specialist
Reggae on the Mountain Festival
Santa Barbara, CA
11.2022 - 11.2022
Zero Waste Specialist
BottleRock Festival
Napa, CA
05.2019 - 05.2021
Zero Waste Specialist
Raindance Festival
Leggett, CA
09.2019 - 09.2019
Zero Waste Specialist
STS9 WaveSpell Festival
Belden, CA
08.2019 - 08.2019
Deep Fryer Technician
Magoo's Pizza Parlor, Snowglobe Music Festival
South Lake Tahoe, California
12.2018 - 12.2018
Deep Fryer Technician
Magoo's Pizza Parlor, Rolling Loud Oakland
Oakland, California
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Prepared and cooked various menu items in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the fryer station and surrounding areas.
- Monitored cooking times to ensure food quality and safety standards.
Deep Fryer Technician
Magoo's Pizza Parlor, Reggae on the River
Piercy, California
08.2018 - 08.2018
- Prepared and cooked various menu items in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the fryer station and surrounding areas.
- Monitored cooking times to ensure food quality and safety standards.
Back of House Artist Traffic crew
Enchanted Forest Gathering
Laytonville, California
06.2017 - 06.2017
Education
Oroville High School
OrovilleSkills
- Flexibility in roles
- Critical thinking
- Waste sorting
- Experience in high volume/high stress environments
- Time management
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
Zero Waste Specialist
Sunset Campout
05.2025 - 05.2025
Waste Characterization Specialist
Nothing Wasted Consulting
08.2024 - Current
Roustabout
Burning Man
08.2024 - 09.2024
Zero Waste Specialist
Winter Wondergrass Tahoe
04.2024 - 04.2024
Zero Waste Specialist
Mt Tam Sound Summit
09.2023 - 09.2023
Zero Waste Specialist and Parking Crew
Cascade Equinox Festival
09.2023 - 09.2023
Zero Waste Specialist
Outside Lands Music Festival
08.2023 - 08.2023
Zero Waste Specialist
Northern Nights Music Festival
07.2023 - Current
Zero Waste Specialist
Shabang Festival
05.2023 - 05.2023
Zero Waste Specialist
All Day I Dream Festival
05.2023 - 05.2023
Zero Waste Specialist
Reggae on the Mountain Festival
11.2022 - 11.2022
Overnight Waste Hauling Crew
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival
09.2019 - Current
Zero Waste Specialist
Raindance Festival
09.2019 - 09.2019
Zero Waste Specialist
STS9 WaveSpell Festival
08.2019 - 08.2019
Zero Waste Specialist
BottleRock Festival
05.2019 - 05.2021
Deep Fryer Technician
Magoo's Pizza Parlor, Snowglobe Music Festival
12.2018 - 12.2018
Deep Fryer Technician
Magoo's Pizza Parlor, Rolling Loud Oakland
09.2018 - 09.2018
Deep Fryer Technician
Magoo's Pizza Parlor, Reggae on the River
08.2018 - 08.2018
Zero Waste Specialist
Lightning in a Bottle
05.2018 - Current
Back of House Artist Traffic crew
Enchanted Forest Gathering
06.2017 - 06.2017
Oroville High School