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Macedonia, Oh, Us

Solon, Ohio, United States

• Operates and adjusts processes and/or equipment, including blowers, solids dewatering, disinfection, pump and filters for the treatment of domestic and industrial wastewater• Observes variations in operational conditions and interprets meter gauge readings, lab data,control panels and performs analytical tests to determine processing requirements in maintaining compliance with NPDES permit, rules and regulations• Performs a variety of routine maintenance duties; inspects, removes, cleans, lubricates, paints, reinstalls and performs other duties to maintain wastewater treatment equipment and facilities• Operates the Plant SCADA system in a proficient manner• Calibrates instruments and equipment• Collects samples in accordance with the sampling protocols of the department• Performs routine analytical laboratory procedures such as pH, dissolved oxygen, BOD, total solids, settleability test, phosphorous, ammonia and other testing procedures as required by the department• Able to detect malfunctions of equipment and be able to repair or report problems as required by departmental policies• Ensures a twenty-four (24) hour coverage of plant facility • Maintains a variety of records, including benchsheets, worksheets and a daily operator’s log, relating to the daily, weekly, monthly and annual operations of the facility as determined by the department• Responds to emergency situations as necessary• Assists in training and instruction others in the work duties as needed• Receives telephone calls from city residents or businesses regarding a variety of emergencies or issues. Collects information for follow up or directs callers to appropriate resources• Knowledge of computer and PLC applications

Macedonia, Ohio, United States

-Fed animals daily-Maintained brine shrimp hatchery-Perform morning DIT (dead intake) checks on all takes and removing dead fish if one appears.-Assisted in Aquarium installations to customers homes-Maintained vats, saltwater mixing station to ensure proper salinity, along with RODI water system.-Ensured that all ATO's (Automatic Top-Off System) we're topped off with RODI water at the end of each day.-Assisted with new shipments containing expensive tropical fish. -Assuring to dip our new arrivals in a concentrated formula of hydroplex which treats for pathogenic bacteria as well as parasites to ensure that livestock is safe for addition.-Attaching corals to coral plugs using reef glue as well as cutting corals to prepare for fragging process.-Treating display tanks with aiptasia-x without harming expensive merchandise-Perform water changes weekly on all systems (includes scraping, siphoning, brushing, disinfecting between tanks to ensure no cross-contamination)-Water testing on all systems (Nitrate, Phosphate, Calcium, Alkalinity, Magnesium, Iodine, Silica, Strontium, pH, Temperature, Salinity) and treating with correct conditioner to stabilize water parameters)

Bowling Green, Ohio, United States

Student Lab Coordinator- Worked as an advanced undergraduate who oversees and provides guidance to the Laboratory Assistants and Volunteers while the Director is away.Advanced Aquarist –Aquarists achieve this level after working in the Marine Lab for three semesters or more demonstrating proficiency.Beginner Achievements:1. Saltwater- Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining a saltwater aquarium.2. Freshwater- Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining a freshwater aquarium.3. Invertebrates- Demonstrated proficiency in caring for aquatic invertebrates.4. Aquarium Design- Demonstrated proficiency in building or rebuilding and cycling a new aquarium.5. Cleaning- Demonstrated proficiency in keeping the lab, storage-room, and refrigerator clean above and beyond the expected level.6. Testing & Feeding Stations- Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining the testing and feeding station.7. Protein Skimmer Master- Disassemble all of the protein skimmers in the lab to deep clean them inside and out and reassemble back together and reinstall. 8. Coral Champion- Frag over 100 corals in a single semester.Intermediate Achievements:1. Coral Propagation- Demonstrated proficiency in coral propagation.2. IACUC- Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining the Marine Lab Species list.Advanced Achievements:1. Research Scientist- Demonstrated proficiency in conducting biological research in the Marine Lab.2. Mentor- Demonstrated proficiency in mentoring a new lab assistant.3. Taxonomist- Recorded all vertebrate species in the lab in an organized and detailed manner accurately for The IACUC3. Lab Expert- Demonstrated proficiency in all lab duties.

Chagrin Falls, Ohio, United States

Working 7 days a week from 6:30AM-2:30PM. Mowing greens, raking bunkers, spraying tees, operate heavy machinery when cutting fairways, changing cups, trimming, edging, gardening basics, working overtime. I left this job in August because I was heading back to College.

Akron, Ohio, United States

My duties here were to take cars through the company car wash. Clean their wheels, vacuum their seats, as well as drying and window cleaning. As well as delivering customer cars back to the customer and delivering the rental car safely back to the company. I did enjoy the work because I enjoy cars it is one of my hobbies. However, the pay was not enough for me to drive 45 minutes there everyday for 5 days a week. I didn't get a sense of fulfillment while working this position.

Northfield, Ohio, United States

Began as a cook in the kitchen, answering phone calls, and making pizza. I quickly realized the money to be made was delivering, so I began doing that and made on average $15-$25 a night including tips and hourly pay. I stayed at this job for so long because of how good the money was for the little amount of work, but realized later that the manager there was not a morally good person.

Macedonia, Ohio, United States

Planning and leading children throughout the day. Having multiple groups at my station, maintaining and ensuring their safety. Emergency first aid provider. Setting an example as a role model.

Basic Wastewater, 82%

The Basic Wastewater Course is for individuals interested in wastewater treatment plant operations that lack experience or background.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology With A Specialization In Population/Community Ecology

Activities and Societies: Member of MBA at BGSU (Marine Biology Association) Former member of SESA (Student Exercise Science Association).

Ged

Activities and Societies: Apart of both the basketball and football team for over 2+ years. Silver Key art award given in Photography.