Teri (Kate) Esponda
Gillette
Summary
Detail-oriented Environmental Technician experienced in environmental compliance, inspections, and regulatory reporting. Achieved compliance and operational safety through accurate documentation and training of field personnel on spill prevention and waste handling. Focused on environmental stewardship and continuous improvement in safety practices.
Overview
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Certification
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19
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Technician
Devon Energy
02.2014 - Current
- Conducted environmental inspections to verify compliance with permits, regulations, and site operating requirements.
- Collected soil, water, and air samples following established field protocols and chain-of-custody procedures.
- Monitored waste handling activities to support proper segregation, labeling, storage, and disposal.
- Documented spill events, corrective actions, and field observations for regulatory and internal reporting.
- Reviewed environmental records for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company standards.
- Trained field personnel on spill prevention, waste management, and environmental compliance practices.
- Recommended process improvements to strengthen inspection consistency and reduce environmental risk.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to promote a culture of environmental stewardship and workplace safety within the organization.
- Worked with the site to maintain compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of all environmental activities, facilitating streamlined reporting processes and regulatory compliance documentation.
- Enhanced environmental compliance by conducting routine inspections and audits of facilities and operations.
- Promoted company sustainability initiatives through regular employee training and awareness programs.
- Assisted with data management for regulatory and operational reporting.
- Installed and maintained data collection instrumentation.
- Stayed up-to-date on current industry best practices through attending conferences, workshops, and training sessions focused on environmental management topics.
- Supported air quality monitoring efforts by calibrating equipment and maintaining detailed records of emissions data.
- Reduced risk of environmental health hazards through diligent inspection of industrial sites.
- Maintained accurate records of environmental incidents to support ongoing monitoring efforts.
- Monitored emission control devices for proper operation and compliance with state and federal regulations.
EHS Administrative Support
Devon Energy
03.2012 - 02.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Midstream Plant Operator Level 2
Devon Energy
05.2007 - 03.2012
- Performed startup and shutdown procedures for processing units, piping systems, and rotating equipment.
- Adjusted valves, pumps, and controls to optimize flow and processing performance.
- Monitored production equipment, separators, and compressors to maintain safe, steady plant operations.
- Conducted field rounds to identify leaks, abnormal readings, and mechanical issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hot Springs County High School
ThermopolisHigh School Diploma -
University Of Wyoming
Laramie, WYSkills
- Environmental compliance
- Environmental inspections
- Environmental monitoring
- Air quality monitoring
- Team training programs
- Environmental auditing
- Field data collection
- Environmental reporting
- Environmental deficiency reports
- Environmental remediation
- Sustainability practices
- Pollution prevention
- Site assessment
- Worksite safety
- Equipment operation
- Deficiency reporting
- Maintenance and repair
- Field report prep
- Air quality testing
- Administrative management
- Problem-solving
- Collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
- Team Training
- Staff training
- Teamwork
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
- Continuous improvement
- Administration and management
- Relationship building
- Environmental audits
- Time management abilities
- Air quality testing
- Regulatory compliance
Accomplishments
A) OOOOB, A and updates on OOOOC OGI Gas Training with FLlR Camera Certification 2025
B) Field work for new wells including measurements, pictures and drawing files to engineering firm as cost savings measure for Devon for last 12 years.
C) 14 Years of being a large player in our Safety Committee and Safety Programs
D) Trained all 4 Environmental Operators I have worked with for past 12 years at Devon on their job scope, field equipment, as well as Promethius and now Eagle and SAP where we house our inspections and creating work orders for failed pieces of equipment.
E) Spearheaded the first of 3 year of Stand Up For Safety in our Powder River Basin Field.
Certification
OGI Flir Camera Certificates 2025, 2023
Timeline
Environmental Technician
Devon Energy
02.2014 - Current
EHS Administrative Support
Devon Energy
03.2012 - 02.2014
Midstream Plant Operator Level 2
Devon Energy
05.2007 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Hot Springs County High School
High School Diploma -
University Of Wyoming