Clay Kilgore
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Diversely-skilled geoscientist committed to preserving wild spaces and the integrity of the environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trail Crew Member
Americorps-Appalachian Mountain Club
Gorham, NH
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with trail maintenance, including clearing brush and debris from trails.
- Repaired eroded sections of trails by constructing rock steps or water bars.
- Conducted safety inspections on trails to assess their condition and identify potential hazards.
- Built new trails using hand tools, power equipment, and mechanized earth-moving machines.
- Worked collaboratively with fellow crew members to complete projects efficiently and safely.
Lab Assistant
Western Kentucky University Child Care
Bowling Green, KY
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted students with their analytical chemistry laboratory experiments.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory equipment or processes.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when performing experiments.
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
- Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05-2025
Skills
- Analytical Chemistry
- Proficiency in Axing
- Drilling, splitting, and setting stone
- Trained in Scanning Electron Microscopy
- Chemicals handling
Certification
- CPR Certified (2024)
- Wilderness First Aid Certified (2024)
- Leave No Trace Certified (2024)
Affiliations
- Caving, hiking, and kayaking enthusiast.
- 2023 Jason Shaw Memorial Award Recipient
Timeline
Trail Crew Member
Americorps-Appalachian Mountain Club
05.2024 - 08.2024
Lab Assistant
Western Kentucky University Child Care
08.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Western Kentucky University