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Anaheim, Ca, Us

Murrieta, California, United States

Moorpark, California, United States

Conducted biology surveys, including nesting bird surveys, vegetation mapping, and/or focused sensitive resource surveys.Oversaw biological or hydrology monitoring for construction, waterways, and restoration projects.Managed personal workload and while coordinating a schedule with Project Managers, Foremen, and On-site crews.Maintained accurate field notes and maps, project files, work logs, etc.Provided high quality work products on schedule and within budget.

Baldwin Park, California, United States

Utilized GIS maps, rangefinders, tremble units, and planning software to offer remediation for impact assessments.Knowledgeable on California tree species identification, growth rates, and evaluate tree risk assessment. Proven ability to travel and work in rugged terrain with inclement weather for detailed fieldwork collection.Collaborated with private, local, state, and federal regulatory permitting to provide customer notifications and authorized vegetation community management.Key Accomplishments:• Operated at 20-50% over team average productivity levels to continually meeting quotas and desirable project numbers.• Implemented a new company-wide safety program, which includes a weekly staff meeting on near miss hazards.• Facilitated as an assistant lead by delegating tasks, providing quality assurance, and cultivating team chemistry.

Los Alamitos, California, United States

Surveyed to capture target insects, identified then collect plant samples, and provided pesticide application or protocols forinvasive Fruit flies, Japanese beetles, Gypsy moths, and Asian citrus psyllids. Executed precision and thoroughness toassemble equipment and mix chemicals while using the appropriate techniques and methods. Assured all procedures werein compliance with pesticide regulations. Prepared and completed accurate and detailed reports associated with biologicalcontrol, detection, and treatment activities. Communicated and negotiate with the public in order to uphold State restrictionsand progress.Key Accomplishments:• Oversaw the training of new hires to ensure they met their quotas and were able to reflect the Department’s standardsof efficiency.• Negotiated regularly with homeowners at properties or presented during public meetings to discuss difficult topics.

Anaheim, California, United States

Performed in established protocols for target insect surveys, eradication, identification and trapping. Including servicing traps, perform insect sweeps, and visually inspect for target pest damage on local plant hosts.Navigated to multiple locations when performing field activities, illustrated maps to show exact geographic locations, and separately maintained samples and site integrity.Kept daily records of work completed, ie, number of traps serviced, properties treated, acreage surveyed, samples collected and other topics as needed.Key Accomplishments:• Passed all biweekly pest identification quizzes with 100% accuracy.

Cypress, California, United States

Aseptically sampled, weighed, and administered the proper media for bacteria growth. Collaborated with departmentsupervisor to identify and report results requiring further investigation. Pipetted serial dilutions and implementedpreliminary sample preparations to ensure integrity of the samples occurred properly to client’s request. Executed attentionto detail to record temperatures, maintained equipment, and processed quality system records to ensure safety and to preventcontamination.Key Accomplishments:• Upheld 100% reliability of all samples tested with no contamination for customer satisfaction.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Displayed customer service abilities to inform guests of the venues rules and provide direction.Maintained designed areas assigned and proactively delegated tasks with my team to ensure area coverage.De-escalated violent situations between quarreling parties.