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Preston Jones

Carlsbad,NM

Summary

Dependable and resourceful individual with passion for environmental conservation and hands-on fieldwork. Possesses foundational knowledge in environmental science and adept at using field equipment to collect and analyze data. Committed to contributing to protection and sustainability of natural resources through meticulous field assessments and data-driven insights.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Field Technician

CEHMM
05.2025 - Current
  • Conducted wildlife and special status plant species surveys to locate individuals and populations as well as ensure compliance with the BLM and the State of New Mexico regulations
  • Conducted cave and karst surveys to ensure compliance with the BLM and the State of New Mexico regulations as well as safety for clients and their equipment
  • Utilized ArcGIS to create maps to facilitate efficient and effective data collection on surveys, as well as upload and organize data collected in the field
  • Worked for long hours in extreme outdoor environments, hiking a 5-10 miles per day in eastern New Mexico
  • Monitored project progress and provided regular updates to management regarding field operations and potential challenges.
  • Monitoring open trenches for wildlife and ensuring compliance with clients environmental agreements with the BLM
  • Optimized equipment performance through routine calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of monitoring instruments.
  • Assisted in the preparation of technical biological and special status plant species reports which summarized findings and recommendations for stakeholders' review.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement project plans and ensure timely completion of fieldwork activities.

Delivery Driver

Gemini Logistics Amazon Contractor
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Drove safely in adherence with state and federal laws.
  • Delivered highest level of service to satisfy and retain customers
  • Interacted with members of public politely and professionally
  • Followed scanning, tracking and documentation procedures to avoid errors
  • Spent long hours completing tasks alone and in extreme Texas heat

Vice President of Service Kappa Kappa Psi

University of Texas Longhorn Band
04.2022 - 03.2024
  • Organized and delegated duties for 40-60 team members on hectic University of Texas at Austin game days, as well as Longhorn Band rehearsals
  • Performed weekly review meetings to discuss improvements to the system with team members
  • Collaborated with organization heads in need of volunteers politely and in a timely manner via email, phone, and in person
  • Established clear expectations and objectives for team members and helped each achieve goals
  • Prepared team member schedules with focus on optimal coverage based on instrumentation and individual needs

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology: Evolution, Ecology, And Behavior

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
05-2024

Skills

  • Animal identification, surveying, collection
  • Biological assessments
  • Environmental compliance
  • Driving and parking trucks and trailers
  • UTV driving off road and in sand dunes
  • ArcGIS & GPS devices
  • Field equipment maintenance
  • Data reporting and organization
  • Teamwork
  • Working in challenging outdoor environments
  • Research and scientific writing

Certification

Special Status Plant Species Training

Timeline

Environmental Field Technician

CEHMM
05.2025 - Current

Delivery Driver

Gemini Logistics Amazon Contractor
04.2024 - 05.2025

Vice President of Service Kappa Kappa Psi

University of Texas Longhorn Band
04.2022 - 03.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biology: Evolution, Ecology, And Behavior

University of Texas At Austin

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