John Fontana, CPG, CWD
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Anthony Gorody
John and his staff at Vista Geoscience consistently provide a quick turn around on cost proposals and the delegation and implementation of field work related to the detection of hydrocarbon gas seeps and water well sampling. His firm is one of the few that provide detailed and high resolution GPS data derived from IR-based truck mounted seep detection technology and FID-based surveys conducted on foot. His firm's reports are delivered on time, and the quality of the work is excellent. His laboratory also provides reliable and reproducible data on dissolved hydrocarbons in groundwater in the C1-C6 range. Vista's purge, trap, and analysis methods work using 250 ml water samples. Deliverables for the work are provided in both spreadsheet format, a photographic data base, and shape files of seep survey results that can be easily uploaded to ArcGIS and other compatible formats.
Jim Fausnaugh
John has a long history using geochemical tools for oil and gas exploration and has applied his expertise successfully throughout the world.
Anthony Gorody
John and his staff at Vista Geoscience consistently provide a quick turn around on cost proposals and the delegation and implementation of field work related to the detection of hydrocarbon gas seeps and water well sampling. His firm is one of the few that provide detailed and high resolution GPS data derived from IR-based truck mounted seep detection technology and FID-based surveys conducted on foot. His firm's reports are delivered on time, and the quality of the work is excellent. His laboratory also provides reliable and reproducible data on dissolved hydrocarbons in groundwater in the C1-C6 range. Vista's purge, trap, and analysis methods work using 250 ml water samples. Deliverables for the work are provided in both spreadsheet format, a photographic data base, and shape files of seep survey results that can be easily uploaded to ArcGIS and other compatible formats.
Jim Fausnaugh
John has a long history using geochemical tools for oil and gas exploration and has applied his expertise successfully throughout the world.
Anthony Gorody
John and his staff at Vista Geoscience consistently provide a quick turn around on cost proposals and the delegation and implementation of field work related to the detection of hydrocarbon gas seeps and water well sampling. His firm is one of the few that provide detailed and high resolution GPS data derived from IR-based truck mounted seep detection technology and FID-based surveys conducted on foot. His firm's reports are delivered on time, and the quality of the work is excellent. His laboratory also provides reliable and reproducible data on dissolved hydrocarbons in groundwater in the C1-C6 range. Vista's purge, trap, and analysis methods work using 250 ml water samples. Deliverables for the work are provided in both spreadsheet format, a photographic data base, and shape files of seep survey results that can be easily uploaded to ArcGIS and other compatible formats.
Jim Fausnaugh
John has a long history using geochemical tools for oil and gas exploration and has applied his expertise successfully throughout the world.
Anthony Gorody
John and his staff at Vista Geoscience consistently provide a quick turn around on cost proposals and the delegation and implementation of field work related to the detection of hydrocarbon gas seeps and water well sampling. His firm is one of the few that provide detailed and high resolution GPS data derived from IR-based truck mounted seep detection technology and FID-based surveys conducted on foot. His firm's reports are delivered on time, and the quality of the work is excellent. His laboratory also provides reliable and reproducible data on dissolved hydrocarbons in groundwater in the C1-C6 range. Vista's purge, trap, and analysis methods work using 250 ml water samples. Deliverables for the work are provided in both spreadsheet format, a photographic data base, and shape files of seep survey results that can be easily uploaded to ArcGIS and other compatible formats.
Jim Fausnaugh
John has a long history using geochemical tools for oil and gas exploration and has applied his expertise successfully throughout the world.
Credentials
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PEC Safeland & Safe Gulf
A & M SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT, LLCAug, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Well Driller (CWD)
National Ground Water AssociationJan, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
AIPG Certified Professional Geologist
American Institute of Professional GeologistsJan, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
Loss Prevention System (LPS) Training (standard)
SSH and E, Julius Pachy-GESMay, 2017- Sep, 2024 -
Kansa Water Well Contractor's License
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Nebraska Water Well Driller and Pump Installation Contractor
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New Mexico Well Driller LIcense
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OSHA 40 HR HAZWOPER & Supervisor
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Oklahoma Drilling/Pump Contractor License
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South Dakota Well Driller's License
South Dakota Water Rights Program
Experience
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Vista GeoScience
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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President & CEO
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Oct 2006 - Present
John Fontana is an AIPG certified professional geologist, NGWA certified and licensed well driller, and owner of Vista GeoScience. Vista is a certified small business serving the Rocky Mountain, Midwest and Gulf Coast regions. Not just a drilling company, Vista provides high resolution site characterization (HRSC) services to aid with conceptual site model (CSM) development, and optimized in-situ injection remediation services to consulting and engineering firms across the country. More unique specialties include Landfill Tier-2 Gas Testing, Passive and Active soil gas surveys, investigation of stray natural gas (methane) migration from natural or infrastructure releases, and interpretive reports with 3D modeling. Vista acquired the assets of ESN Rocky Mountain and Direct Geochemical in 2006. Vista sold its' geochemical laboratory and exploration services division to PT Sapta Servisindo, in Jarkarta, Indonesia, in 2015. Vista's core focus is now providing one-stop services for advanced site characterization and in-situ remediation applications. Tools include including an all Geoprobe track mounted dual-technology (DPT & Auger) drilling rig fleet, High Resolution Site Characterization (HRSC) tools (MIP, HPT, EC, OIP-UV Fluorescence), and custom made injection pump rigs, tooling, and fracture emplacement equipment, including Clean-Inject systems, with experienced staff. Show less
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Interstate Technology & Regulatory Council (ITRC)
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Industry Affiliate Partner - Team Member
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Jan 2018 - Present
Current volunteer on the 2021 team for "Effective Application of Guidance Documents to Hydrocarbon Sites." Previously assisted writing teams on 2018-2020 two guidance documents:: - Implementing Advanced Site Characterization Tools - Optimizing In-Situ Remediation Performance & Injection Strategies Current volunteer on the 2021 team for "Effective Application of Guidance Documents to Hydrocarbon Sites." Previously assisted writing teams on 2018-2020 two guidance documents:: - Implementing Advanced Site Characterization Tools - Optimizing In-Situ Remediation Performance & Injection Strategies
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USEPA
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United States
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Environmental Services
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700 & Above Employee
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EPA Science Advisory Board Member
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Mar 2013 - Aug 2016
John was nomimated by the AAPG and was appointed to serve as a member of EPA's Science Advisory Board (SAB) - Hydraulic Fracturing Research Advisory Panel. The Panel provided individual expert comments on charge questions associated with the research described in EPA's Study on the Potential Impacts of Hydraulic Fracturing on Drinking Water Resources. The SAB anticipates that the Panel will a peer review progress and draft reports that will synthesize the results from the ongoing EPA projects and research together with the scientific literature to answer the study's main research questions regarding hydraulic fracturing and drinking water resources. Show less
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Vice President, Professional Geologist
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1996 - 2006
A division of Global Environmental Consultants Inc. (GEC). Managed all operations for ennvironmental support services including direct-push (Geoprobe) drilling, mobile and fixed based laboratories, in-situ remediation and injection services. First dba as TEG Rocky Mountain and later changed name to ESN (Environmental Services Network) Rocky Mountain. Direct Geochemical was included in the merger and operated as the dba for the oil & gas exploration division. A division of Global Environmental Consultants Inc. (GEC). Managed all operations for ennvironmental support services including direct-push (Geoprobe) drilling, mobile and fixed based laboratories, in-situ remediation and injection services. First dba as TEG Rocky Mountain and later changed name to ESN (Environmental Services Network) Rocky Mountain. Direct Geochemical was included in the merger and operated as the dba for the oil & gas exploration division.
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Direct Geochemical
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United States
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Aviation & Aerospace
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President, Geologist, Geochemist
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Oct 1986 - Oct 1996
Owned and operated a laboratory and field services firm providing geochemical exploration services and consulting to the oil and gas industry. Developed new field sampling and analytical methods for exploration of oil and gas and baseline identification of natural gas seeps (methane) or leaking facilities. Environmental service division started 1990 including Geoprobe and Mobile Laboratory services. Merger with TEG Rocky Mountain in 1996. Owned and operated a laboratory and field services firm providing geochemical exploration services and consulting to the oil and gas industry. Developed new field sampling and analytical methods for exploration of oil and gas and baseline identification of natural gas seeps (methane) or leaking facilities. Environmental service division started 1990 including Geoprobe and Mobile Laboratory services. Merger with TEG Rocky Mountain in 1996.
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Geologist
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Jun 1981 - Sep 1986
Wellsite Mud, Lithology & Gas Logging Geologist Consulting Well-Site Geologist Geochemical Survey Field Tech and Laboratory Analysist Operations Manager of Geochemical Services Wellsite Mud, Lithology & Gas Logging Geologist Consulting Well-Site Geologist Geochemical Survey Field Tech and Laboratory Analysist Operations Manager of Geochemical Services
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Education
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1975 - 1981
Humboldt State University
BS, Geology, Oceanography, Physics
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