Frank DeAntonio
West Islip
Summary
Diligent and motivated with strong background in marine biology. Proven ability to perform field research and data collection. Demonstrated skills in scientific process and team collaboration.
Experienced with marine ecosystem research, covering species observation and environmental impact assessments. Strong understanding of marine biology principles and practices, driving informed decision-making and effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Contractor/Landscaper
DeAntonio Contracting
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project
Aquarium Technician
Fluid Dynamics
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Aquarium service technician and manager of saltwater section of the store. Developed quarantine systems, maintained livestock, and managed multiple service clients and their individualized needs.
- Aquarium husbandry
- Water chemistry
Aquarium Technician/Store Manager
Pro Reef Aquatics
11.2019 - 08.2023
- Direct day to day maintenance of all aquarium systems in the store
- Receive, identify, acclimate, and medicate all new live fish shipments
- Educate customers about proper husbandry for aquarium livestock
- Track and maintain inventory of livestock and dry goods/equipment as well as receives dry good shipments
- Train new employees and teach company protocols
- Organize scheduling requirements for all employees and coordinates changes as needed
- Service tanks for customers under contract
- Analyzed water chemistry data to make informed decisions on treatment protocols.
Teaching Assistant
Cornell University
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Responsibilities included setting up and taking down laboratory stations, guiding students in class and at review sessions, proctoring and grading practical exams. (Paid in credit hours)
Volunteer Aquarist and Research Assistant
Dr. Karen Cheney at UQ
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Day to day maintenance of research aquariums including cleaning tanks/filters, feeding research specimen, testing water quality, and aiding in data collection. (Unpaid)
Aquarist Intern
Long Island Aquarium
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Responsibilities included daily feedings, cleanings, and other aquarium maintenance as well as testing water quality, recording data for penguin feeds, feeding/cleaning reptile and bird exhibits, and helping main aquarists/aquaculturalists as needed.
Education
Bachelor's - Biological Sciences (Marine Biology concentration)
Cornell University
05.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office/Excel/Word/Powerpoint
- Computer Skills
- Aquatic animal husbandry
- Retail Management
- Tutoring Experience
- Laboratory Experience
- Service Technician Experience
- Data entry
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Water quality analysis
Timeline
Contractor/Landscaper
DeAntonio Contracting
02.2024 - Current
Aquarium Technician
Fluid Dynamics
09.2023 - 02.2024
Aquarium Technician/Store Manager
Pro Reef Aquatics
11.2019 - 08.2023
Teaching Assistant
Cornell University
03.2018 - 03.2019
Volunteer Aquarist and Research Assistant
Dr. Karen Cheney at UQ
07.2017 - 11.2017
Aquarist Intern
Long Island Aquarium
05.2017 - 07.2017
Bachelor's - Biological Sciences (Marine Biology concentration)
Cornell University