Connor Mason
Birchwood,TN
Summary
Dedicated outdoor maintenance professional with hands-on experience in rugged environments. Proven ability to operate ATVs/UTVs safely while collecting field data. Committed to teamwork and quality workmanship, consistently performing physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildlife Data Collection Intern
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted extensive field work across diverse Tennessee habitats to gather vital data.
- Utilized GPS and mapping tools to accurately collect and document field data for research purposes.
- Navigated rugged terrain and varying weather conditions to ensure safety and data integrity.
- Operated ATVs/UTVs following safety procedures.
- Completed tasks requiring significant physical effort in various outdoor environments.
- Worked effectively as part of a field team.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
J&M Mowing
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Performed landscaping and grounds maintenance.
- Operated lawn maintenance equipment safely.
- Maintained equipment and safe work areas.
- Performed tasks outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Loaded/unloaded equipment and materials.
Creel Clerk
TWRA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collected accurate public survey data.
- Communicated professionally with the public.
- Completed tasks without supervision.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
Education
B.S. - Wildlife and Fisheries Science
University of Tennessee
Knoxville05-2026
A.S. - Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries
Cleveland State Community College
05-2024
Skills
- Equipment operation (ATV/UTV)
- Field navigation
- Outdoor labor in all weather conditions
- Physical endurance
- Safety conscious
- Time management
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Team-oriented
- Problem solving
- Communication
Certification
- ATV/UTV Training – TWRA
- NWCG S-130 Firefighter Training
- NWCG S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
- NWCG L-180 Human Factors
- FEMA IS-100.C
- FEMA IS-700.B
- Tennessee Boater Education Certification
- Lifetime Tennessee Sportsman's License
Awards
- Jenny & Randy Boyd Endowed Scholarship (2024)
- Vol Transfer Scholarship (2024)
- Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries Scholarship (2022–2023)
Timeline
Wildlife Data Collection Intern
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
05.2024 - 08.2024
Creel Clerk
TWRA
08.2022 - 05.2023
Grounds Maintenance Worker
J&M Mowing
05.2020 - 08.2023
B.S. - Wildlife and Fisheries Science
University of Tennessee
A.S. - Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries
Cleveland State Community College