Colby Summers
Winter Haven,FL
Summary
Engaged Hydrogeologist with 1.5 years of experience in environmental consulting. Motivated, evidence-based thinker to prioritize projects while developing high-quality numerical models for reporting and to aid decision-making. Open to relocation for outstanding career opportunity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Geologist
Petra-Tech Environmental
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Created lithologic logs during drilling operations at each site.
- Aided in drilling operations including auger, direct push, air rotary, and mud rotary techniques.
- Installed, completed, and developed monitoring wells, recovery wells, and injection wells for UST site investigations.
- Utilized groundwater remediation techniques including AFVR events, activated carbon injections, and hydrogen peroxide injections to meet site closure and MCL standards.
- Sampled groundwater across affected sites and coordinated with analytical laboratories to monitor site status.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Consulted with clients and coordinated directly with state agencies to meet site closure standards.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Staff Geologist
Petra-Tech Environmental
08.2021 - 07.2022
- See Above.
Field Assistant
Clemson University Hydrogeology Field Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed general fabrication to meet needs of field camp operations.
- Aided in field demonstrations.
- Operated GeoProbe to obtain macro core soil borings and to install shallow monitoring wells for students to utilize.
- Maintained and troubleshot equipment in a timely manner.
Research Associate
Clemson University CETL
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted low-temperature calorimetry in relation to enthalpy of ion exchange in clay minerals. Clemson University's CETL laboratory.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Cheesemonger
The Cheese Room
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Education
Master of Science - Hydrogeology
Clemson University
Clemson, SC12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Clemson University
Clemson, SC08.2021
Skills
- Soil Sampling
- GIS Analysis
- Modeling Software, Proficiency in ArcGIS, MODFLOW/MODPATH, Comsol Multiphysics, Hydrus 1-D, AQTESOLV
- Field investigations
- Conducting research
- Report Preparation
Affiliations
- Geological Society of America - Member
Timeline
Staff Geologist
Petra-Tech Environmental
01.2023 - 03.2023
Staff Geologist
Petra-Tech Environmental
08.2021 - 07.2022
Field Assistant
Clemson University Hydrogeology Field Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021
Research Associate
Clemson University CETL
02.2019 - 12.2019
Cheesemonger
The Cheese Room
01.2014 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Hydrogeology
Clemson University
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Clemson University
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