Nathan Wright
City of Midwest City
OKLAHOMACITY,OK
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
I am a dedicated and experienced environmental professional with a strong background in water quality analysis, analytical testing, interpretation, and documentation, regulatory compliance, and technical problem solving. I have a passion for environmental preservation through field and laboratory analysis, data interpretation, and field investigation.
Work History
Stormwater Quality Technician
1 Year 1 Month- Lead team sampling for water quality parameters of creeks and streams through sample collection, environmental assessments, and a variety of field and laboratory testing.
- Conducted Dry Weather FIeld Screening to detect illicit discharges using ArcGIS and Survey123 tools.
- Performed construction site inspections to determine compliance with Stormwater Discharge Permit (OKR10) and correspondence with SWP3s.
- Cultivated professional relationships with permit holders and city residents, through effective communication, education, and a positive environment.
- Operated the Household Hazardous Waste facility and reuse program, reducing environmental contamination and promoting resourcefulness
- Planned and executed citywide educational events with team to raise awareness of the importance of stormwater quality and general community engagement
Environmental Scientist Assistant
4 Years 3 Months- Led graduate research project with University of Oklahoma faculty, managed project timelines, and oversaw data collection.
- Field and laboratory experience with water quality analysis procedures and remote sampling technology.
- Organized and interpreted gathered data from physical and chemical analyses on soil and water samples.
- Turned research into a Master's Thesis, from a two-year ODOT funded project, which contributed to understanding some of the environmental impacts of construction.
- Experience in communicating research results to professionals through public speaking and conference presentations.
Spring Water and Wastewater Treatment Design TA
4 Months- Conducted tutoring and review sessions, along with individualized support to help students learn concepts and feel prepared.
- Graded assignments and delivered constructive feedback to students.
- Communicated assignment expectations and feedback through Canvas and email.
Seasonal LEGO Inspired Engineering Teacher
3 Months- Developed structured STEM lessons, engaging K-5th grade students in interactive learning experiences.
- Led students in hands-on, logic based engineering programs, encouraging critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Coordinated educational equipment transportation across school locations.
Summer Engineer Intern
3 Months- Drafted CAD blueprints in compliance with official engineering standards.
- Worked with a team to fabricate and test hydraulic pumps and gained deeper understanding of hydraulic/fluid movement.
- Completed technical training in hydraulic systems and applications.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
- Master's Thesis: Construction Site Sediment Control: Laboratory and Field Assessment of Best Management Practices for Nutrient and Sediment Removal
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
- Capstone Project: Design and Analysis of Treatment Wetland for Polishing of Reclaimed Municipal Wastewater for Indirect Potable Reuse
Skills
Water quality analysis
Environmental assessments
Environmental compliance
Data interpretation
Certification
- ODEQ Water and Wastewater Class D licenses
- Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Certification - Oklahoma Water Survey
- Blue Thumb Monitoring Volunteer Certification
- Water-Sector Microbial Risk Training - Vernon Seaman
- HAZWOPER 40 Hour Certification
- OSHA Forklift Certification
Interests
- Horticulture and Plant Collecting
- Aquascaping and Planted Aquariums
- Woodworking and DYI Projects
Timeline
Stormwater Quality Technician
City of Midwest City
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Spring Water and Wastewater Treatment Design TA
University of Oklahoma
01.2025 - 05.2025Read More
Environmental Scientist Assistant
Oklahoma Water Survey
05.2021 - 08.2025Read More
Seasonal LEGO Inspired Engineering Teacher
Play-Well TEKnologies
03.2020 - 06.2020Read More
Summer Engineer Intern
Hydradyne, LLC
05.2019 - 08.2019Read More
University of Oklahoma
Master of Science from Environmental Science
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University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science from Environmental Science
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