Evan Knowles
Stanley,VA
Summary
My name is Evan Knowles. I currently work at Merck as an Environmental Monitoring Technician. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids. My hobbies include Skiing, Snowboarding, Hiking and Fishing. I also enjoy sports and was a coach for the Recreational Department in Stanley. I enjoy seeing people succeed and achieve their goals. I hope you all will consider me for the Ski/Snowboard Instructor Job. Feel free to reach out anytime for an interview.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Monitoring Technician
Merck
Elkton, Virginia
2019.02 - Current
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to data privacy and security standards.
- Performed regular maintenance on monitoring systems to ensure proper functioning of all components.
- Collected, tested, and submitted samples according to quality control standards.
- Turned valves and moved controls to admit, drain and separate materials.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Performed daily cleaning and sanitizing of all equipment used in the aseptic production process.
- Worked closely with Quality Assurance personnel to review test results from environmental monitoring samples.
- Conducted microbiological testing on raw materials and finished products using approved methods and techniques.
Conservation Technician
Shenandoah Valley Soil and Water
Harrisonburg, Virginia
2018.06 - 2019.12
- Attended professional workshops or conferences related to conservation topics.
- Developed GIS mapping layers for land cover analysis, habitat suitability modeling, and other conservation projects.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on interdisciplinary approaches to natural resource management.
- Assisted with the preparation of grant proposals for funding opportunities related to conservation projects.
- Coordinated volunteer activities at various locations throughout designated areas.
- Performed administrative tasks such as data entry into databases or spreadsheets for tracking purposes.
- Met water, wildlife, livestock and agricultural needs by collaborating with landowners from project planning through project completion.
- Assisted with the implementation of habitat restoration projects including planting native vegetation, removing invasive species, and monitoring progress.
- Participated in outreach events promoting awareness about natural resources issues.
- Provided technical assistance and support to conservation staff in the development of management plans, policies, and procedures.
- Implemented environmental education programs for local schools and community groups.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Bridgewater College
Bridgewater, VA2018-06
Skills
- Customer support
- Verbal Communication
- Self Motivated
- Team Leader
- Punctual
- Ability to work in a group
Timeline
Environmental Monitoring Technician
Merck
2019.02 - Current
Conservation Technician
Shenandoah Valley Soil and Water
2018.06 - 2019.12
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Bridgewater College