Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
CDL
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Ryan Wild

Longview

Summary

Environmental specialist with proven track record in environmental management and sustainability initiatives. Skilled in regulatory compliance, environmental assessments, and project management. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and solution-oriented approaches, adaptable to changing project needs. Known for effective communication, strategic planning, and commitment to achieving measurable environmental improvements.


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.


Most importantly, always eager to learn and accomplish new goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Lead

Alaska Clean Seas
06.2015 - Current
  • Streamlined permit processes with regulatory agencies, resulting in faster approvals and project progress.
  • Improved environmental compliance by conducting thorough audits and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Reduced company liability by ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with regulations.
  • Increased staff knowledge on environmental regulations through effective training sessions and materials.
  • Coordinated successful emergency response efforts during incidents involving hazardous materials or spills, minimizing adverse effects on people and the environment.
  • Developed comprehensive environmental management plans to mitigate potential risks and protect natural resources.
  • Conducted site investigations to determine sources of contamination, enabling targeted remediation efforts.
  • Implemented best management practices for stormwater management, reducing pollution in local waterways.
  • Identified training for environmental compliance and implemented training to operations and other team members.
  • Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.

Environmental Technician

Cowlitz Clean Sweep
01.1998 - 01.2019
  • Ensured safe storage of chemicals through careful organization, labeling, and containment practices within designated areas.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to promote a culture of environmental stewardship and workplace safety within the organization.
  • Worked with site to maintain compliance with applicable environment regulations.
  • Reduced hazardous waste generation through implementing effective waste minimization strategies.
  • Collected water samples from semi-processed, processed and raw water.
  • Contributed to the preparation of environmental impact assessments for various projects, ensuring regulatory requirements were met.
  • Performed emergency response activities, tank cleaning and equipment decontamination.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of company-wide environmental policies and procedures, ensuring consistency across all operations.
  • Led soil remediation projects, restoring areas affected by chemical spills.
  • Supported project management with environmental risk assessments, ensuring timely completion of initiatives.
  • Distributed permits, closure plans or cleanup plans.
  • Prepared samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.
  • Conducted hazardous waste management operations, ensuring safe and compliant disposal.

Spill Technician

Penco Environmental
03.2012 - 06.2015
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Worked long, strenuous hours, sometimes alone, sometimes with a crew, to complete time sensitive jobs.

Commercial Fisherman

Self Employed
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Sorted and cleaned fish and stored in refrigerated or ice-filled holds to prevent spoilage.
  • Troubleshot and repaired equipment and kept fishing vessels clean to maintain machinery in good working order.
  • Improved catch quality by employing proper handling and storage methods aboard the vessel.
  • Trained new crew members in proper techniques and safety protocols contributing significantly towards team''s performance.
  • Maintained safety standards on board, contributing to an accident-free work environment.
  • Navigated fishing vessel using radar, sonar and global positioning instruments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robert A Long Highschool
Longview, WA
06-1998

Skills

  • Sustainable development
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Waste management
  • Air quality monitoring
  • Environmental education
  • Environmental compliance
  • Permitting process
  • Pollution prevention
  • Environmental auditing
  • Soil sampling
  • Natural resource management
  • Stormwater management
  • Groundwater monitoring

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • EMT 2 Certified
  • Firefighter Certified
  • Rescue Technician
  • Confined Space Rescue
  • Washington State Issued CDL With Endorsements
  • Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Large Vessel Operator
  • Forklift Certification
  • OSHA Certified
  • Certified In Wildlife Hazing
  • Well Trained In Equipment Maintenance Programs

CDL

I currently hold a Washington State CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements with well over 15 years of experience. 

Timeline

Environmental Lead

Alaska Clean Seas
06.2015 - Current

Spill Technician

Penco Environmental
03.2012 - 06.2015

Commercial Fisherman

Self Employed
01.2010 - 01.2012

Environmental Technician

Cowlitz Clean Sweep
01.1998 - 01.2019
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • EMT 2 Certified
  • Firefighter Certified
  • Rescue Technician
  • Confined Space Rescue
  • Washington State Issued CDL With Endorsements
  • Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Large Vessel Operator
  • Forklift Certification
  • OSHA Certified
  • Certified In Wildlife Hazing
  • Well Trained In Equipment Maintenance Programs

High School Diploma -

Robert A Long Highschool
Ryan Wild