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Grass Valley, CA, US

Grass Valley, California, United States

• Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) – Utility VM Subject Matter Expert/Project Lead, Operational Excellence Team (Current)
• Apply experience, knowledge of scope, and tree risk assessment training to evaluate trees along PG&E distribution and transmission right-of-way’s according to standards for Routine, Second Patrol, EVM, and other PG&E.
• Prepare reports in response to Federal Monitor Findings reviewed in the field
• Serve as technical support, field support, general support to team and assist in the management of team resources
• Tracks progress on team projects against committed deadlines and implements corrective action for projects off-track
• Develop and implement a process for the validation of PG&E records associated with fire response vegetation work

Auburn, California, United States

• Evaluates project sites for biological resources and sensitive plant/animal species
• Conducts tree inventories, arboricultural surveys, bird/nesting surveys, mitigation monitoring, and habitat/vegetation mapping
• Consults sensitive/native species databases and government agency databases for information on special status plant or animal species
• Maintains a knowledge and understanding of the environmental policies and regulations governing local, regional, state and federal processes
• Interacts with clients and agencies to keep all parties current on project status
• Utilizes a sub meter Trimble GPS unit, ArcGIS, and company data management system to collect/organize field data and produce spatially accurate maps

Grass Valley, California, United States

• Utilizes ArcGIS and Collector to navigate THPs, establish harvest layout, and mark significant GPS locations, or sensitive habitat areas
• Performs classification and flagging for watercourse and lake protection zones
• Performs Timber marking work based on analysis of basal area
• Utilizes and maintains forestry related equipment including a Relaskop, clinometer, loggers tape, compass, and range finder
• Independently performs field work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, and on hazardous/difficult terrain
• Maintains a working knowledge of the California Forest Practice Rules

Grass Valley, CA

• Applies training in tree risk assessment and individual Californian species growth rates to identify hazardous trees in Pacific Gas & Electric right-of-ways
• Marks hazardous trees to be worked according to specifications set forth by state and federal laws and regulations
• Utilizes GIS mapping systems to navigate PG&E utilities in variable terrain and weather and to research easement and land rights
• Creates detailed work records in PG&E’s information management system and prescribes pruning or removal appropriate to the tree’s condition, species and environment
• Plans tree work with regard to environmental concerns including protected species, local riparian ecology and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
• Interacts with customers to explain work, obtain permissions, address any questions and concerns or remediate negative feedback

Grass Valley, CA

• Applies training in tree risk assessment and individual Californian species growth rates to identify hazardous trees in Pacific Gas & Electric right-of-ways
• Marks hazardous trees to be worked according to specifications set forth by state and federal laws and regulations
• Utilizes GIS mapping systems to navigate PG&E utilities in variable terrain and weather and to research easement and land rights
• Creates detailed work records in PG&E’s information management system and prescribes pruning or removal appropriate to the tree’s condition, species and environment
• Plans tree work with regard to environmental concerns including protected species, local riparian ecology and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
• Interacts with customers to explain work, obtain permissions, address any questions and concerns or remediate negative feedback

Grass Valley, California

• Safely and efficiently operate a company vehicle to drive to client locations for the purposes of collecting and retrieving water samples.
• Maintain sample storage according to established SOPs and regulations before and after delivering them to the laboratory for analysis.
• Ensure that samples are appropriately labeled and correctly entered into the company’s laboratory operation software/database and that all legal documentation specific to each sample is complete and accurate.
• Perform a range of analyses to determine presence of coliform, pH, specific conductivity, BOD, Turbidity, and a range of other elements or parameters.
• Maintain regular communication with internal management regarding samples, schedules, customer requirements, problems, delays, and/or complaints in order to provide exceptional customer service while promoting the.
• Maintain cleanliness and instrumentation of sample collection equipment, lab equipment and, and a company vehicle.

San Diego, CA

• Administered physical therapy exercises and personal grooming while engaging the recipient in conversation.
• Provided thorough household cleaning services.
• Regularly assisted with computer-related tasks.
• Placed the recipient in and efficiently operated a Hoyer Lift to move the recipient into his bed.

Nevada City, CA

• Provided company to or engaged in activities and conversation with recipient on a daily basis.
• Provided thorough household cleaning services.
• Purchased groceries and ran errands weekly.
• Prepared elaborate 3 course meals from scratch on a daily basis.
• Regularly assisted with computer-related tasks.

San Diego, CA

• Worked as a researcher examining the developmental time course of serotonin expression in the central nervous system of a metamorphic insect.
• Utilized immunocytochemistry methods to develop an established time-course of normal and hormone perturbed neuronal development.
• Preformed micro-dissections on a daily basis.
• Collaborated in planning experiments.

Grass Valley, CA

• Coordinated food orders for 20+ people at a time.
• Assisted coworkers in providing an excellent dining experience.
• Resolved conflicts by addressing customer issues and complaints.
• Hosted and provided drinks for customers upon arrival.
• Kept the restaurant’s tables clean and set for customers.

Grass Valley, CA

• Prepared a large variety of beverages and pastries according to customer preferences.
• Performed key duties as part of a team during early and busy hours.
• Responsible for ordering coffee and related supplies.
• Handled, mixed, and flavored large amounts of coffee, cleaned dishes, and cleaned the shop on a daily basis.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Biology, General, 3.98

Activities and Societies: Tri Beta National Biological Honors Society, Herpetological Society

Education record