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Connor OBoyle

Wilmington,OH

Summary

Zoology graduate from The Ohio State University. Have both work and volunteer experience working outside for environmental preservation, working in laboratories, logging inventory for data collections, and interacting with the public in topics relating to natural resources. Have extensive knowledge of ecology, taxonomy, conservation biology, wildlife management, habitat management, and environmental preservation. Have experience using power tools, driving trailers, and using herbicide, and participating in controlled burns.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Merchandise Service Team Member

Lowe's
05.2024 - Current
  • Established rapport with customers through friendly interactions that enhanced the overall shopping experience.
  • Ensured Lawn & Garden inventory was up to company standards, by watering plants and cleaning floors in walkways.

Natural Resources Technician

Ohio Division of Wildlife
5 2023 - 1 2024
  • Performed landscaping work for purpose of environmental preservation, including trimming tree limbs and removing invasive plants.
  • Collected critical data from lymph node samples from roadkill deer during field studies used for future conservation decisions
  • Facilitated cooperative relationships between taxidermists, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders to further natural resource conservation goals
  • Conducted field surveys to collect data on wildlife populations and habitats

Park Technician

Columbus Metroparks
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Sharon Woods Metro Park
  • Collaborated with fellow technicians to complete large-scale projects in a timely manner
  • Efficiently addressed incidents such as fallen trees or damaged structures following severe weather events.
  • Operated heavy machinery (including riding lawn mowers, weed whackers, and hedge trimmers) safely for various maintenance tasks, adhering to strict safety guidelines at all times.
  • Repaired and maintained park infrastructure (such as public restrooms and picnic shelters), ensuring optimal functionality for all visitors.
  • Supervised 2 high school students working as CSI’s (Columbus School Interns), making sure they followed protocol and instructing them to do certain tasks.

Park Technician

Columbus Metroparks
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Scioto Audubon Metro Park
  • Efficiently addressed incidents such as fallen trees or damaged structures following severe weather events.
  • Operated heavy machinery (including riding lawn mowers, weed whackers, and hedge trimmers) safely for various maintenance tasks, adhering to strict safety guidelines at all times.
  • Repaired and maintained park infrastructure (such as public restrooms and picnic shelters), ensuring optimal functionality for all visitors.

Seasonal Ground Level Associate

Amazon
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Loaded packages from trucks to conveyor belts, loaded smaller packages onto gaylords, loaded larger, heavier boxes onto pallets, and distributed them to their destination to be delivered the next day.

Crew Member

Wendy's
01.2016 - 05.2020
  • Assisted with financial tasks such as cash handling, drawer reconciliation, and end-of-day deposits when needed
  • Maintained high standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness, contributing to healthy dining environment
  • Prepared food in safe and sanitary ways

Education

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Ohio State University
08.2020 - 05.2023

Associate of Science -

Southern State Community College
08.2018 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Wilmington High School
08.2014 - 05.2018

Skills

Commincation

Strong Work Ethic

Teamwork and Collaboration

Data Collection

Conservation management

Habitat Restoration

Invasive Species Control

Sample Preparation

Specimen Collection

Researching skills

Literature reviews

Fieldwork experience

Interests

Paleontology, Conservation Biology, Bird watching,

Timeline

Merchandise Service Team Member

Lowe's
05.2024 - Current

Park Technician

Columbus Metroparks
05.2022 - 09.2022

Park Technician

Columbus Metroparks
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Ohio State University
08.2020 - 05.2023

Seasonal Ground Level Associate

Amazon
06.2020 - 08.2020

Associate of Science -

Southern State Community College
08.2018 - 05.2020

Crew Member

Wendy's
01.2016 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Wilmington High School
08.2014 - 05.2018

Natural Resources Technician

Ohio Division of Wildlife
5 2023 - 1 2024
Connor OBoyle