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Guelph, On, Ca

Nunavut, Canada

- Performed flow profiling of watercourses by direct measurement with flow meters and indirect measurement using rhodamine dye gauging.- Lead aquatic effects monitoring program for lakes by organizing staff teams, coordinating equipment requirements, and participating in all sampling.- Collected samples of and performed tests on various water sources including freshet, rivers, lakes, effluent discharge, and constructed ponds. - Setup, installed, and operated depth sensors as part of hydrology program. - Prepared safety equipment and performed hazard analysis for tasks.- Completed inspections for site infrastructure such as hazardous waste storage ponds, surface water management ponds, and effluent discharge lines. - Identified locations in need of erosion and sediment control and installed proper controls. - Performed lab and administrative tasks such as bottle set preparation, completing Chain of Custodies (COCs) for sample shipping, uploading field data, and equipment maintenance/calibration. - Regularly worked out of a boat and travel by helicopter.

Guelph

- Worked with multi-disciplinary teams including specialists in air quality, terrestrial wildlife, aquatic wildlife, and civil engineering.- Prepared Healthy and Safety workplans with hazard identification for field work. - Completed environmental noise and vibration measurements for various industries.- Prepared regulatory reports submitted directly to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. - Participated in Canadian Environmental Assessments under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act. - Prepared project proposals including scope of work and budget. Monitored project budget throughout project life.- Completed acoustic and blasting impact assessments for aggregate quarries and coking coal mines. - Performes site inspections at industrial facilities. - Communicated and workes directly with clients and stakeholders. - Head of Social Committee for office.

Guelph, Ontario

- Full credit GTA for senior environmental engineering undergraduate courses “AirQuality” and “Atmospheric Emission Control”- Facilitated and guided students through US EPA Method 5 Stack Testing lab andcombustion engine emissions lab- Ran tutorials that instructed students how to complete problem sets- Taught students how to run O. Reg. 346 and AERMOD modelling programs tocomplete necessary coursework

Waterloo, Ontario

- Performed field activities for the Geotechnical Division of the Environmental Services Group at Stantec- Sampled various types of construction material including concrete, asphalt, and aggregate- Performed quality control tests on construction materials in situ and in lab experiments - Trained fellow employees on proper sampling and testing procedures - Utilized a nuclear density gauge in various construction settings

Student Life Services, University Of Guelph

- Schedule weekly meetings with START on Track and Bounce Back Program participants- Discuss academic, social, mental health, accessibility issues, and many others with students - Provide information on resources to assist participants - Document all meeting minutes in secure folders- Receive training on empathetic listening and suicide alertness- Facilitate team meetings with fellow peers- Enter participant information and program data into program databases

Guelph, Ontario

- Assisted on various projects that focused on air quality issues from various forms of livestock farming- Designed and constructed testing chambers to replicate environmental conditions found in industrial poultry facilities- Developed control system utilizing Campbell Scientific CR23X data logger to maintain desired air conditions and chemical concentration levels in testing chamber - Utilized and performed maintenance on ThermoScientific 17C and 17I Ammonia and 41C Carbon Dioxide Analyzers - Perform tests with TSI DUSTTRAK Aerosol Monitors in tandem with Campbell Scientific Anemometers - Consulted for Animal and Poultry Science Department at the University of Guelph on two separate research studies involving poultry welfare and behaviour - Performed ventilation testing at different poultry facilities utilizing fan assessment numeration system (FANS) - Conducted particulate matter sampling in ambient conditions and in poultry barns utilizing URG Denuders - Analyzed data and prepared results from particulate matter studies performed in 2 story poultry housing facilities - Aided in the planning and design of a mobile air quality research lab

Guelph, Ontario

- Provide guidance for first year and upper-year academically at risk student athletes across all sport and disciplines - Develop and run workshops for exam writing, time management, and course specific content - Perform weekly meetings with "mentees" to keep track of academic and athletic requirements - Track and manage attendance of mentees in the Student Athlete Mentorship Program - Participate in weekly group meetings to provide program feedback and resolve issues - Responsible for setting up and managing designated study space for SAM program students to utilize

Master'S Of Applied Science, Environmental Engineering, 91 % Cumulative Average

- Thesis project to develop emission factors for ammonia and size-fractioned particulate matter specific to cage-free egg layer facilities.

Bachelor'S Degree, Environmental Engineering, Minor In Business Administration, 83% Cumulative Average

Activities and Societies: Varsity Football Player - 4 time Dean's Honours List - William P. Weber Athletic Scholarship Recipient - 4 time.