Experience

Belshire Environmental Services

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Environmental Compliance Specialist

  • Jun 2019 - Present

  Culver City - Performed monthly inspections on UST sites in accordance with California state regulations, checking for dysfunctional equipment, priority alarms, and hazardous waste spills. - Managed the environmental compliance of over 50 sites, personally keeping track of alarm history, alarm response, permits and periodic site testing. - Maintained relations with site managers and employees, administering annual designated operator training as needed.



Los Angeles County Office of Education

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Naturalist/Educator

  • Sep 2017 - Jun 2019

  Greater Los Angeles Area - Organized education materials and curriculum on a weekly basis to teach students science concepts in the outdoors. - Prepared inservice presentations to expand peer knowledge of ecologic topics for the sake of professional development. - Coordinated adult groups who acted as chaperones for student guests, communicating expectations and hosting periodic meetings.



Outer Island Excursions

• United States
• Recreational Facilities
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Naturalist Guide

  • Jun 2018 - Sep 2018

  Eastsound, WA - Led whale watching and kayak tours, providing accurate information on pacific northwest geology and marine ecology. - Repaired and managed kayaks and other operational equipment, identifying weather risks and delegating shuttles when necessary.



Forest Preserve District of Kane County

• Facility Assistant

  • Feb 2017 - Sep 2017

  St. Charles, Illinois - Oversaw day to day operations at multiple rental facilities in Kane County, Illinois. - Maintained relations with the renters and the district office making sure all events ran smoothly.



Chincoteague Bay Field Station

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Field Station Educator

  • Feb 2015 - Nov 2016

  Wallops Island, VA - Showed knowledgeability and adaptability by leading a wide variety of educational programs and field trips on coastal ecology topics on a flexible schedule including dune & barrier island ecology, wetland values, intertidal zone, maritime forest, origins of sand, and in-class organism labs. - Functioned as deck-hand and educator on flat-bottomed research vessels for all types of programs offered while correctly identifying all organisms caught and performing water quality… Show more - Showed knowledgeability and adaptability by leading a wide variety of educational programs and field trips on coastal ecology topics on a flexible schedule including dune & barrier island ecology, wetland values, intertidal zone, maritime forest, origins of sand, and in-class organism labs. - Functioned as deck-hand and educator on flat-bottomed research vessels for all types of programs offered while correctly identifying all organisms caught and performing water quality tests. - Maintained equipment and workspaces by cleaning and regulating aquaria after use, returning organisms to the ocean after programs, cleaning field equipment, performing room checks in the residence halls, and bus checks before each week of use. - Wrote unique curriculum and planned activities for summer camps and provided detailed schedules in case other educators had to step in for me. Show less



Backstage Live DJ

• Business Owner

  • Feb 2011 - Jan 2016

  Midwest Provided musical entertainment and MC services for graduations, weddings and dances.



Hoss Tree Service and Nursery

• Groundman

  • Sep 2014 - Jan 2015

  Showed attention to detail by accurately placing and planting trees and bushes according to the request of the client and my superior, as well as following specific instructions on tree removal jobs to ensure the safety of surrounding structures and of those around me. Demonstrated exceptional physical fitness with the ability to carry fallen trees and bushes as well as heavy service equipment throughout job sites. Followed safe and careful operating procedures while using… Show more Showed attention to detail by accurately placing and planting trees and bushes according to the request of the client and my superior, as well as following specific instructions on tree removal jobs to ensure the safety of surrounding structures and of those around me. Demonstrated exceptional physical fitness with the ability to carry fallen trees and bushes as well as heavy service equipment throughout job sites. Followed safe and careful operating procedures while using chainsaws, chippers and other heavy moving equipment. Show less



River Point Resort & Outfitting

• Maintenance Worker/Outfitter

  • May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Ely, MN Performed maintenance work and repairs at the resort including: mowing, road work, trimming and planting trees. Worked at the outfitter packing trips, washing equipment and taking groups into the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness. Manned the waterfront launching and landing boats, selling bait and tackle and making the space look satisfactory.



St. Norbert College ALIVE

• Program Coordinator

  • Aug 2010 - May 2012

  De Pere, WI Organized guest speakers and facilitated creative, in-depth discussion within residence halls. Networked with local businesses for volunteer opportunities for students. Provided counseling to students who struggled in social matters.



Makajawan Scout Reservation

• Counselor/Waterfront Instructor

  • Jun 2006 - Aug 2008

  Pearson, Wi Served as a lifeguard and led the Learn-to-swim program to ensure the safety of campers. Directed merit badge classes to campers including: swimming, lifesaving, wilderness survival, canoeing, and rowing.