Garrett Weininger
Columbus,OH
Summary
Forestry student with experience in outdoor data collection and laboratory work. Proven ability to complete field and lab assignments independently and in team settings. Strong skills in data gathering, field work, and tree and herbaceous plant identification.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Natural Resource Technician 1
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Columbus, OH
01.2026 - Current
- Marked state forest property boundaries and used field maps to gather required information
- Applied chemical treatments to protect hemlock trees from hemlock woolly adelgid
- Supported prescribed burn preparation and site safety procedures
- Maintained tools, equipment, and vehicles for daily conservation work
- Assisted Buckeye State Tree Nursery staff with greenhouse maintenance, order organization, and tree seedling planting
Greenhouse Production Assistant
Natives in Harmony
Marengo, OH
04.2025 - Current
- Performed plant nursery tasks including watering, weeding, gathering plant orders and planting
- Helped customers find and choose plants by giving helpful recommendations and advice
- Operated the register and served customers
- Attended and represented the business at sale events
- Assisted in seed collection and cleaning
- Stored plants during winter months to protect them from cold temperatures
Seasonal Park Technician
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks
Columbus, OH
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Performed landscaping, maintenance and resource management activities including pruning, line trimming, invasive species removal, mulching, mowing and power washing
- Supported repairs of bridges, tables, bulletin boards, and roadways, improving infrastructure and user experience
- Operated basic construction equipment including hand tools, power tools, mowers, trucks and UTVs
- Ensured restrooms and shelters were clean for user safety and comfort
Field Technician
Earth Optics
Columbus, OH
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Utilizing my two-year tenure, I acted as a senior field technician, training 4 new trainees to build a foundation of safety, technical knowledge, and compliance for customer protocols to produce fast and accurate data results
- Collected up to 200 soil samples daily while simultaneously mapping agricultural fields
- While working autonomously, I conducted soil research in row crops, grassland, and timber farms, scanning roughly 45,000 acres, contributing to over a million mapped acres by the company
- Traveled to research sites in 18 states while accurately accounting for company resources, time, and budget
- Maintained equipment by doing routine safety inspections, being proactive on service appointments and safely transporting equipment to field sites
- Networked with data scientists, project managers, and leadership to enhance customer experience and deliver high-quality data samples
Soil Library Project Coordinator
Earth Optics
Mankato, MN
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Established physical soil library through sorting, labeling, and counting soil samples, facilitating future verification and research
- Worked closely with QA and project managers to overcome logistical challenges and create an organized and climate-controlled soil library
- Sorted and boxed over 4,000 individual soil samples for streamlined access and preservation
- Planned and constructed shelving units for current and future storing of soil samples
- Utilized google sheets to document and track each individual soil sample
Research Assistant
Actalent
Marysville, OH
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Facilitated DNA/RNA extraction, particle bombardment, and agrobacterium T-DNA transfer to advance genetic research
- Prepared growth media and reagents to support plant tissue culture processes
- Conducted basic in-vitro culture transfers under sterile conditions
- Planted, germinated, cleaned, and harvested hemp seeds
- Maintained plants in a greenhouse and in field plots
- Maintained a clean and safe laboratory working environment
Education
A.S. - Forestry Management
Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH12-2026
B.S. - Geography-Meteorology
Ohio University
Athens, OH05-2021
Certificate - Environmental Studies Certificate
Ohio University
Athens, OH05-2021
Skills
- Field data collection
- Soil sampling
- Forestry management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Plant Identification
- Chemical application
Personal Information
Title: Forestry Management Student
Certification
Ohio Pesticide Applicator License ID: 171386, S-130, S-190, L-180, Firefighter Type 2 Training Certificate
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- National Weather Service Student Volunteer (2021)
- Climate and Sustainability Ambassadors, Promoted a greener and more sustainable future for Ohio University, Educated students and surrounding communities about climate and sustainability, Participated in on campus events like parade cleanup, storm drain marking, and dorm outreach events
Affiliations
- Professional Association
- Society of American Foresters (SAF)
Timeline
Natural Resource Technician 1
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
01.2026 - Current
Greenhouse Production Assistant
Natives in Harmony
04.2025 - Current
Seasonal Park Technician
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks
04.2025 - 08.2025
Soil Library Project Coordinator
Earth Optics
01.2024 - 04.2024
Field Technician
Earth Optics
08.2022 - 09.2024
Research Assistant
Actalent
02.2022 - 08.2022
A.S. - Forestry Management
Hocking College
B.S. - Geography-Meteorology
Ohio University
Certificate - Environmental Studies Certificate
Ohio University