Connor Agate
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Skilled Environmental Technician, enhancing biodiversity, and reducing wildfire risks through innovative land management. Excelled in emergency response and conflict resolution, significantly improving community safety and environmental education. Skilled in both group management and maintenance tasks, demonstrating a comprehensive skill set in challenging environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Technician
Polk County BOCC
01.2024 - Current
- Worked in multiple wild areas to maintain biodiversity using varying land management techniques.
- Assisted in prescribed burns to manage vegetation and reduce wildfire risk.
Environmental Educator
Polks Nature Discovery Center
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
Senior Counselor
Lakewood YMCA
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Christian Heritage School
Trumbull CT05-2019
Skills
Effective communication
Watercraft operation
Conflict Resolution and Mediation
Maintenance and repair
Heavy equipment operation
Navigation
Group supervision and management
First Aid/CPR
Certification
- S-190 Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior
- S-130 Basic Wildland Firefighter Training
- L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service
- IANTD SCUBA Open Water Diver
- IANTD SCUBA Enriched Air Nitrox Diver
- ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800
- Polk County BOCC Lift Truck Operations
- AHA Basic Life Support
- Polk County BOCC Defensive Driving
Timeline
Environmental Technician
Polk County BOCC
01.2024 - Current
Environmental Educator
Polks Nature Discovery Center
05.2022 - 12.2023
Senior Counselor
Lakewood YMCA
05.2019 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Christian Heritage School
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