Phillip Nickle
Greenville,KY
Summary
Results-driven Environmental Scientist with over 8 years in environmental assessment and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to develop waste management strategies and manage operations that ensure compliance and enhance environmental performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Scientist II
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Frankfort, Kentucky
02.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented waste management and pollution prevention strategies, enhancing environmental sustainability.
- Performed detailed assessments to evaluate environmental conditions and compliance requirements. for regulatory compliance and permitting processes.
- Monitored compliance with applicable permits, licenses, rules, regulations, and statutes pertaining to the environment.
- Evaluated existing environmental policies for effectiveness and recommended changes.
- Delivered expert guidance on environmental regulations to support other departments. to other departments regarding environmental concerns.
- Assisted with fieldwork such as permitting, inspections, groundwater sampling, and soil sampling.
- Facilitated environmental site assessments and recommended remediation plans.
Yard Supervisor
Muhlenberg County Opportunity Center
Greenville, Kentucky
08.2013 - 02.2015
- Directed and coordinated the daily activities of yard personnel to ensure efficient operations.
- Supervised daily yard operations and staff activities for efficient workflow.
- Coordinated transportation logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials and goods.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures in the yard.
- Conducted regular inspections of yard equipment to maintain operational safety standards.
- Implemented best practices for material handling and storage within the yard area.
- Coordinated efforts between departments to facilitate smooth workflow processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, company policies, procedures, and standards.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve efficiency.
- Tracked delivery times for incoming orders to ensure that deadlines were met.
- Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors.
Shop Support Manager
Walmar
Russellville, Kentucky
07.2009 - 06.2013
- Managed daily operations of the customer service department, including staffing schedules and resource allocation.
- Managed daily operations to enhance customer service and support efficiency.
- Trained team members on company policies and best support practices.
- Developed schedules to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly and effectively.
- Handled escalated calls from customers requiring additional assistance or specialized knowledge.
- Provided ongoing training to maintain productivity and effectiveness of staff.
- Developed strategies for handling difficult situations encountered during interactions with customers.
- Monitored staff interactions with customers to provide real-time coaching.
- Facilitated regular meetings to address challenges and share updates with staff.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding customer service practices.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Mediated conflicts between team members to promote a harmonious work environment. between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY05-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY05-2019
Skills
- Waste management
- Pollution control
- Regulatory monitoring
- Regulatory adherence
- Environmental policy evaluation
- Environmental evaluation
- Remediation strategy
Timeline
Environmental Scientist II
Commonwealth of Kentucky
02.2015 - Current
Yard Supervisor
Muhlenberg County Opportunity Center
08.2013 - 02.2015
Shop Support Manager
Walmar
07.2009 - 06.2013
Associate of Arts -
Madisonville Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Madisonville Community College