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Jake Edwards

Jake Edwards

Denver,CO

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience at Taylor University, excelling in invasive species management, wetland restoration, and forest management. Proven problem solver with strong environmental data analysis skills, dedicated to enhancing and remediating natural spaces. Recognized for efficient work ethic and critical thinking, ensuring quality outcomes in the projects assigned.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Timber Framer

Tanglewood Berry Farm
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Built a 'head house' using sustainably sourced timbers from the owner's woods.
  • Produced and used specified tools, templates, and jigs to accomplish various tasks.
  • Studied the forest's response to past timber harvests.
  • Assessed wood quality and structural strength for use.
  • Assembled structure by hand

Grounds Crew Member

Taylor University
Upland, IN
11.2023 - 05.2025
  • Controlled invasive species on campus.
  • Conserved plants for replanting in the future.
  • Wetland mitigation and remediation.
  • Operating heavy machinery to revitalize natural spaces on campus.
  • Collecting trash on campus.
  • Tree and brush removal.

Renovation worker

Taylor University
Upland, IN
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Prepared building for remodeling
  • Transferred supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by cart.
  • Worked productively while unsupervised.
  • Cleaned scientific equipment and labs.
  • Organized and consolidated materials.

Biotic and abiotic factors sampler

Wheaton College Science Station
Rapid City, SD
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assisted with troubleshooting any issues that arose during the sampling process.
  • Identified potential hazards associated with handling certain types of samples prior to collection.
  • Developed an efficient method of sampling and testing products to ensure quality control standards were met.
  • Used specialized equipment for sampling in different environments.
  • Organized data to assess meaning and form conclusions.

Car wash - Detailer

Waterway Carwash
Denver, CO
10.2021 - 01.2024
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills while interacting with customers in person about their vehicles and wishes.
  • Drying exterior surfaces of cars using soft cloths, as well as cleaning interior windows, vacuuming, and wiping down the interior.
  • Assessed vehicle condition before detailing services in order to determine the appropriate course of action, in order to be as effective and efficient as possible.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Environmental Science

Taylor University
Upland, IN, US
02.2026

Skills

  • Environmental data analysis
  • Species richness sampling
  • Critical thinker
  • Efficient worker
  • Problem solver
  • Attention to detail
  • Good time management
  • Invasive species management
  • Wetland restoration
  • Geospatial Analysis (experience with Arc GIS Pro)
  • Stream sampling
  • Soil analysis
  • Plant identification
  • Timber framing

Certification

  • CITI wildlife research certification
  • Purdue Extension Rainscaping program

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Timber Framer

Tanglewood Berry Farm
05.2025 - 08.2025

Renovation worker

Taylor University
10.2024 - 12.2024

Biotic and abiotic factors sampler

Wheaton College Science Station
06.2024 - 07.2024

Grounds Crew Member

Taylor University
11.2023 - 05.2025

Car wash - Detailer

Waterway Carwash
10.2021 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Environmental Science

Taylor University

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