With good organization and a positive attitude, this candidate can manage multiple priorities effectively, and will be willing to take on additional responsibilities in order to help the team achieve its goals. A self-starter and efficient Navy veteran turned Environmental Scientist with 9 years' experience in vegetation management, land assessment, restoration, monitoring, and data entry. Possesses strong interpersonal skills, unique problem-solving strategies, and exemplary attention to detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Forestry Technician
A&H Forestry, LLC
10.2022 - Current
Plant identification
Prepared and collected data as directed by forester for use in forest management plans, timber appraisals, timber sales, timber tax basis and GIS mapping
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Field Technician Intern
Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership, AmeriCorps
03.2022 - 10.2022
General Duties
Conducted fieldwork including restoration, monitoring, revegetation, and volunteer planting at multiple sites through the utilization of education and training
Collected field data and measurements to assess ecosystem conditions, fish use, habitat restoration feasibility, and site conditions including deployment and retrieval of data loggers, identifying vegetation, GPS, and data by following sampling protocols, accurately recording data, and bringing areas of concern to the attention of supervisors
Calibrated new and existing water quality monitoring equipment for optimal performance by strictly following procedures and training, along with high attention to detail
Exceeded expectations in all categories of intern review/evaluation due to strong work ethic, communication skills, attention to detail, timeliness, and focus on diversity, equality, and equity
Land Assessment & Restoration
Conscientiously built/ repaired over 70 habitat structures through the application of education and training and possessing a strong work ethic mindset
Accurately surveyed/assessed over 0.5 miles of aquatic/riparian habitat through the application of education and training
Water Quality Monitoring
Monitored water quality and collected water samples from 24 sites monthly by following strict sampling protocols, time management techniques, attention to detail, and training application
Precisely input 6 months of water quality data into an excel spreadsheet (100 rows/17 columns) through superior attention to detail skills and efficient use of various computer programs
Analyzed and tested the water conductivity of over 100water samples by following strict testing procedures, having strong attention to detail, and notifying supervisors of any concerns
Diligently collected/ recorded the temperature of approximately 2 miles of river through resiliency when working in unfavorable conditions and dedication to seeing a task through to the end
Brewery Worker
Imperial Organic Yeast
05.2021 - 03.2022
Took non-sterile samples of multiple yeast strains daily, using scientific equipment to calculate the density and PH levels of said yeast by following sampling protocols and working efficiently
Applied calculated density and PH levels to determine yeast growth and tank adjustment needs through the application of on-the-job training and the ability to read and interpret flow charts
Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems
Interior Communications Electrician
US Navy
06.2016 - 04.2020
Maintained alarm, intercom, and indicator systems for USS Nimitz as Interior Communications Electrician by completing the Navy’s 22-weeklong IC “A” School
Performed over 3,000 hours of preventative and corrective maintenance on multi-million-dollar communication equipment, jet fuel monitoring, and transferring systems by utilizing problem-solving techniques and working well on a team
Developed strong professional relationships by interacting and communicating effectively with wide variety of colleagues and external contacts
Customer Service Representative
Nashville Zoo
08.2013 - 06.2015
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or want's
Balanced Point of Sale (POS) system daily and reported discrepancies to management for resolution
Lifeguard
YMCA
03.2013 - 12.2014
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
08.2020
N/A - International Business
Notre Dame College
South Euclid, OH
08.2015
Skills
Conservation Management
Time Management
Active Listening
Public Relations Understanding
Topographical Maps
Critical Thinking
Conservation Strategies Support
Habitat Restoration
Basic Tools
Complex Problem-Solving
Safety Techniques
Overseeing Planting
Tree Varieties
Data Entry
Data analysis
Wetland Restoration
Safety Compliance
Routine Maintenance
Foliage Removal
Production Goals
Lockout and Tagout Processes
Team Goals
Workflow Efficiency
Groundwater Testing
Environmental Assessments
Standard Operating Procedure
Identifying Environmental Concerns
Field Observations Recording
Analysis of Samples
Field Surveys
Environmental Improvements
Field Data Collection
Water Quality Sampling
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
“An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.”