Solimar Melendez

Insightful Laboratory Technician that brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Support lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces. Influential tour guide offering more than 2 years of experience in presenting to large groups of people. Imaginative and entertaining with education and training in marine environment. Bilingual in Spanish and English.

• Rescue Diver
• NASBLA Navigation License
• CPR, First Aid and Oxygen Provider
• Maritime Consortium Member
• EcoDiver
• RedCross Lifeguard

• Dedicated professional with proven performance in management, leadership and communication. Detail-oriented in problem-solving and planning. Ready to make an immediate contribution to your organization. Determined scientific and technical goals within broad outlined provided by top management and made detailed plans to accomplish these goals. Prepared project proposals. Developed client relationships and communicated with clients to explain proposals, present research findings, establish specifications and discuss project status. Monitored visitors' activities to ensure compliance with establishment and tour regulations and safety practices. Described tour points of interest to group members and responded to questions. Provided directions and other pertinent information to visitors. Considered site history, environmental conditions and clients' skills and abilities to plan appropriate expeditions, instruction and commentary. Train other tour guides, docents and volunteers. Assembled and checked required supplies and equipment prior to departure. Provided information about wildlife varieties and habitats, as well as any relevant regulations, such as those pertaining to hunting and fishing. Provided for physical safety of groups, performing such activities as providing first aid and directing emergency evacuations.