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Kevin Lee Kitchen

Buckeye,Arizona

Summary

With a strong background in environmental consulting and over 20 years of experience in the industry, this candidate is dedicated to utilizing their education, skills, and expertise to excel in environmental management. Throughout their career, they have been employed for over 19 years by leading companies, where they have honed their knowledge and proficiency in environmental management practices. Additionally, their fluency in both English and Spanish allows them to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. By leveraging their extensive experience and language abilities, they are well-equipped to contribute to the success of any organization in the field of environmental management.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Environmental Consultant

Arizona Public Service
03.2014 - Current

Environmental services from maintaining compliance at electrical generation facility to reporting the obligatory reports to various government agencies. Additionally provided evaluation of projects and provided improvement of environmental processes and procedures.

  • Conducted field surveys to collect data about levels of pollution and contamination at sites and areas of consideration.
  • Developed and implemented innovative solutions for complex environmental challenges, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Analyzed inspection data to determine pollution and contamination levels.
  • Prepared emission inventory reports to quantify air pollutant emissions and impacts.

Environmental Manager

Drake Cement LLC
05.2012 - 02.2014
  • Conducted regular reviews of environmental policies and procedures, updating to reflect changes to improve environmental efficiency.
  • Updated necessary permits for facility operations, maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements and reporting standards.
  • Improved environmental compliance by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
  • Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage, handling, and disposal procedures were followed consistently.
  • Prepared notifications and responses to regulatory inspections.
  • Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Conducted air quality monitoring and analysis of air pollutants.

Environmental Analyst LD/SR

PacifiCorp Energy
03.2008 - 03.2012
  • Prepared documentation, coordinated with staff, reviewed environmental submittals and adhered to environmental requirements.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing environmental programs, recommending adjustments as needed to maximize results.
  • Coordinated air emission testing activities and generated required regulatory reports to demonstrate environmental compliance.

Sr. Environmental Specialist

McWane Ductile (Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company)
06.2006 - 03.2008
  • Aligned corporate goals with environmental regulations by developing comprehensive policies and procedures for all aspects of operations.
  • Proactively identified potential areas of concern, performing thorough investigations and recommending appropriate solutions for remediation.
  • Optimized resource usage with efficient tracking and reporting systems, promoting sustainable operations throughout the organization.
  • Ensured timely and accurate reporting to regulatory agencies, contributing to a strong track record of compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Team Leader

TETCO
09.2005 - 06.2006
  • Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
  • Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all project outputs.
  • Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.
  • Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.

Consultant/Owner

Technique Ambiental, Inc.
03.2004 - 09.2005
  • Conducted numerous air emissions test at industrial facilities.

Environmental Specialist

URS Corporation
07.2000 - 09.2005
  • Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
  • Gathered environmental data detailing water, air and soil contaminations.
  • Conducted air, water, soil, and noise pollution monitoring to maintain a safe living environment for communities.
  • Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.

Test Engineer

Air Hygiene International, Inc.
08.1999 - 07.2000
  • Conducted numerous air emissions test at industrial facilities.

Project Coordinator

CETCON, Inc.
08.1998 - 08.1999
  • Conducted numerous air emissions test at industrial facilities.

President/Owner

TETCO
03.1987 - 07.1998
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Delivered operational excellence by optimizing resources, processes, and overall cost structure.
  • Conducted numerous air emissions test at industrial facilities.

Education

Associate of Science - Environmental Technology

Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah
08.1990

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

American Public University System
Charles Town, West Virginia
11.2014

Skills

  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Water quality management
  • Environmental auditing
  • Project management skills
  • Documentation skills
  • Waste Minimization

Professionalexperience

  • Performed consulting services to many diverse industries resulting in an exposure and experience to many safety programs and training requirements. Service included both safety and environmental.
  • Actively used my bilingual abilities to develop training and provide contractor safety orientation for non-English speaking workers.
  • HAZWOPER trained and actively worked Super Fund sites in Utah, Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, and Texas.
  • Conducted numerous air emissions test at industrial facilities.
  • Managed CEMS including installation, maintenance, operation, data analysis, reporting and quality assurance activities
  • Performed inspections, testing, recordkeeping and reporting as required by US EPA Clean Air Act, Toxic Substance Control Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Recovery and Reclamation Act environmental regulations. Also performed the same for state and local regulations as applicable for industry.
  • Provided support for permit applications, permit amendments, environmental data analysis, regulatory submissions and emerging environmental issues as related to industry.
  • Actively engaged in activities supporting a robust environmental management system.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Environmental Consultant

Arizona Public Service
03.2014 - Current

Environmental Manager

Drake Cement LLC
05.2012 - 02.2014

Environmental Analyst LD/SR

PacifiCorp Energy
03.2008 - 03.2012

Sr. Environmental Specialist

McWane Ductile (Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company)
06.2006 - 03.2008

Team Leader

TETCO
09.2005 - 06.2006

Consultant/Owner

Technique Ambiental, Inc.
03.2004 - 09.2005

Environmental Specialist

URS Corporation
07.2000 - 09.2005

Test Engineer

Air Hygiene International, Inc.
08.1999 - 07.2000

Project Coordinator

CETCON, Inc.
08.1998 - 08.1999

President/Owner

TETCO
03.1987 - 07.1998

Associate of Science - Environmental Technology

Utah Valley University

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

American Public University System
Kevin Lee Kitchen