Kyle Francis
Pleasant Point,ME
Summary
I am currently employed as an Environmental Project Manager, assisting with and conducting a range of environmental projects for the Passamaquoddy Tribe. My interest in environmental work began in high school, where I helped with projects such as salmon stocking and fin clipping. I continued building experience through multiple summers with the Sipayik Environmental Department starting in 2014, supported by the WaYS (Wabanaki Youth in Science) program. Over time, I saw firsthand the growing need for environmental capacity and the impacts of declining species and community health. Looking back, I realize I was being guided toward this path long before I understood it. These experiences grounded my learning in Wabanaki knowledge and strengthened my passion for environmental protection and cultural stewardship. I am hardworking, dedicated, and committed to expanding my skills so I can continue serving the Tribe.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Project Manager
Sipayik Environmental Dept
Pleasant Point
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted with acoustic tagging of American Shad
- Attended a training course on how to amplify Environmental DNA
- Collected and analyzed scale samples for repeat spawning
- Trained on how to properly collect water samples for TTHM, coliform, heavy metals, nutrients, and PFAS analysis
- Fish counted multiple rivers and helped compile/graph the data since 2022
- Stayed up to date on current industry best practices through attending conferences, workshops, and training sessions focused on environmental management topics.
- Assisted in removal of fish passage barriers
- Assisted in building and installing frames/structures for underwater cameras
- Performed technical assistance for other environmental organizations
- Assisted in American Eel studies
- Secured funding through successful grant writing.
- Increased eDNA sampling capacity by improving and streamlining collection methods.
- Trained in sediment core collection and analysis.
- Trained in identifying sedimentation rates and operating RTK equipment.
- Expanded departmental and tribal capacity by securing funding, advancing scientific training, promoting youth education, and forging institutional partnerships that strengthened research.
Environmental Technician
Sipayik Environmental Dept
Pleasant Point, ME
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Collected water samples from semi processed, processed and raw water.
- Assisted with data management for regulatory and operational reporting.
- Assisted in installing and maintaining data collection instrumentation.
- Performed statistical analysis of environmental data.
- Prepared samples for testing and analysis.
- Supported air quality monitoring efforts by calibrating/installing equipment.
- Helped fish count multiple rivers
- Performed lab analysis on prepared samples
- Trained on how to use YSI data instruments for water quality monitoring
Vinyl Installer
Restoration Unlimited Of Maine
300 Lebanon Rd, Winterport, ME 04496
05.2020 - 11.2022
- Maintained a safe work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and protocols during installations.
- Exceeded client expectations with precise cutting and seamless application of vinyl materials for various surfaces.
- Performed removal of old vinyl or other materials, preparing surfaces for new installations without causing damage to underlying structures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of vinyl installation.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Worked with diverse types of weather
Seasonal Worker/Harvester
Self Employed
01.2010 - Current
- Clamming
- Wrinkling
- Blueberries
- Tips/Wreaths
- Glass Eel
Education
High School Diploma -
James Madison Preparatory Charter High School
Remote/OnlineEnvironmental Training - Environmental Studies Grounded in TEK
Wabanaki Youth in Science (WaYS Program)
Maine, USASkills
- Field data collection
- Equipment Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Data reporting
- Data Interpretation
- Laboratory skills
- Water Quality Analysis
- Instrument Calibration
- Trained in canoe safety/rescue
- Experienced expeditionist taking part in numerous multi day cross country, snow shoe, canoe and hiking expeditions involving ecological research and survival training
- Grant Writing
- First Aid and CPR Certified
Timeline
Environmental Project Manager
Sipayik Environmental Dept
05.2023 - Current
Environmental Technician
Sipayik Environmental Dept
05.2022 - 05.2023
Vinyl Installer
Restoration Unlimited Of Maine
05.2020 - 11.2022
Seasonal Worker/Harvester
Self Employed
01.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
James Madison Preparatory Charter High School
Environmental Training - Environmental Studies Grounded in TEK
Wabanaki Youth in Science (WaYS Program)