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Facilitate natural resource management and habitat restoration to promote biodiversity among the flora and fauna of native landscapes. Participate in natural resource best management practices, including prescribed burning, mechanical clearing, herbicide application, native seed collection and seeding, reforestation and invasive species control efforts, and other management practices. Operate and transport equipment safely and effectively. Perform snow removal in a prompt and efficient manner. Drive motorized vehicles safely and attentively to various sites. Use power and hand tools to complete natural resource projects while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Maintain preserve grounds and trails at a high level to ensure the safety and satisfaction of preserve visitors. Apply herbicides with both landscape and natural resource objectives. Operate and transport equipment safely and effectively. Perform snow and ice removal in a prompt and efficient manner. Participate in natural areas best management practices, including prescribed burning, mechanical clearing, and invasive species control. Drive motorized vehicles safely and attentively to various sites. Use power and hand tools to complete projects while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Wauconda, Illinois

Provided guidance and assistance to crews by procuring materials and giving direction. Attended contractor pre-bid meetings. Communicated with project engineers and prospective clients to discuss project needs. Assessed construction and natural resource projects. Interpreted project plans/drawings. Applied herbicides to target invasive species. Conducted herbaceous and woody flora surveys.

Lake County, Illinois

Crew Leader of the Year award (8/4/2017)For demonstrated excellence in the areas of safety, leadership, work ethic, environmental awareness and attitude

Lake County, Illinois

Bachelor'S Degree, Management, Geography & Earth Science

Activities and Societies: Baseball

Certificate, Natural Areas Management

High School

Activities and Societies: Varsity Baseball, Varsity Golf, Student Athlete Leadership Team, Bass Fishing