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OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a creative and challenging, forestry related position, which would allow me to utilize acquired skills as well as offered an opportunity to expand my knowledge and experience.

EDUCATION:
07/03 to 05/07 Humboldt State University – Arcata, CA. BS in Forestry – Resource Conservation.
03/00 to 05/01 Richard J. Daley College – Chicago, IL.
01/97 to 03/99 Richard J. Daley College - Chicago, IL. High Advanced Level in English as Second Language, TOEFL - Preparation Course.
09/92 to 05/97 Technical High School of Forestry - Bialowieza, Poland. Awarded a title of Forestry Technician.

WORK HISTORY: 07/07 to present SOD LAB ASSISTANT
University of California Cooperative Extension - Eureka, CA. Sampling forests, public use areas, and access roads for symptoms of Sudden Oak Death. Maintaining and updating database pertaining to SOD projects. Conducting research for potential future projects. Aiding in map and report creation.
09/05 to 09/06 LOCKSMITH ASSISTANT
Humboldt State University – Grounds Department – Arcata, CA. Assisted with key lock maintenance and installation. Performed plumbing, electrical and structural repairs and installations. Improved workspace environment.
05/06 to 08/06 SOD PROGRAM FIELD TECHNICIAN
University of California Cooperative Extension - Eureka, CA. Surveyed north California forests for Sudden Oak Death symptoms. Collected samples of potential pathogen carriers. Maintained database of surveyed locations. Provided public with information.
05/05 to 09/05 STUDENT PROFESSIONAL FOREST WORKER Oregon Department of Forestry – Tillamook, OR. Collected and analyzed data for tree stocking surveys and precommercial thinning. Surveyed lands for potential heliports for fire operations and aerial herbicide applications. Assisted in herbicide application by navigating ground traffic and controlling on the ground activities. Assisted in office work required for preparation of timber sale contracts. Assisted road engineer in laying out roads and collecting data. 08/04 to 05/05 PROJECT ASSISTANT Humboldt State University – Housing and Dining – Arcata, CA. Installed damage assessment, security, and surveillance systems for Housing and Dining offices. Set up cameras and wiring. Tested and maintained installed equipment. Assisted with other ongoing maintenance projects. 05/04 to 08/04 STUDENT PROFESSIONAL FOREST WORKER Oregon Department of Forestry – Tillamook, OR. Assisted in preparation of timber sales. Reconnaissance of proposed sales for possible sale boundaries, road and landing location. Posted timber, right-of-way, and stream buffer boundaries. Assisted in timber cruising and data collection for stand density management. Assisted in office work required for preparation of timber sale contracts. Assisted in locating grade lines, center lines for forest roads. Collected and recorded field data. Assisted in data collection for reforestation such as stocking and precommercial thinning surveys. 08/03 to 05/04 STUDENT ASSISTANT Humboldt State University – Grounds Department – Arcata, CA. Maintained stairs and sidewalks around the dorms; activities included sweeping, raking, air blowing, power washing. Landscaped and performed gardening in designated areas; activities included watering, weeding, maintaining lawns, planting and transplanting plants, mulching, removing diseased trees, chipping. Inspected and maintained drainage and irrigation system. Fixed and maintained equipment such as hedgers, chainsaws, lawn mowers, brush cutters, and hand tools. 06/02 to 06/03 RESTORATION TECHNICIAN Mojave National Preserve and ECO - Barstow, CA Completed restoration of AT&T cable route. Monitored restored sites. Collected field data for future restoration projects. Gathered and organizing information on seed collection and storage for seed bank. Collected seeds for long term storage. 09/01 to 05/02 CONSERVATION ASSOCIATE Mojave National Preserve and SCA - Barstow, CA. Restored old AT&T cable route using native vegetation and arid restoration techniques. Monitored restored sites for individual and overall plant success and survivability. Examined experimental irrigation regimes (i.e. berms, deep pipe, DriWater). Monitored invasive plant species. Collected data, mapping, erosion control. Assessed damages to National Preserve caused by theft of heavy mining equipment according to National Park System Resource Protection Act, 16 USC 19jj. General nursery work. 05/01 to 09/01 STUDENT FORESTER Forest Preserve District of Cook County - Chicago, IL. Monitored Forest Preserves for presence of Dutch Elm Disease, Oak Wilt, gypsy moth, Asian longhorned beetle. Measured and marked infected/infested trees. Created database of discovered trees. Located trees on the map. Applied organic pesticide. General nursery, golf course, maintenance and conservation work including watering and replanting plants, tree pruning and cutting, grass mowing, equipment maintenance. 03/00 to 05/01 LINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Signature Flight Support, Midway Airport - Chicago, IL. Parked arriving aircrafts. Assisted crew and passengers with their luggage, catering and transportation. Fueled aircrafts. De-iced during winter season. Towed airplanes to designated parking spots or hanger. Coordinated ramp activities. Trained new employees. 03/99 to 03/00 CLEANING SERVICE SUPERVISOR Self-employed - Chicago, IL. Hired new employees. Assigned and supervised cleaning duties. Transported workers and supply materials to- and from workplaces. Prepared payrolls, invoices and checks. 09/98 to 10/98 SURVEYING TECHNICIAN Bureau of Land Management - Anchorage, AK. Planned and prepared for cadastral surveys in the area of King Salmon, AK. Assisted in surveying lands with usage of professional devices. Maintained equipment like GPS units, surveying receivers and chainsaws. 08/97 to 12/98 MAINTENANCE SERVICE SUPERVISOR La Costa, Building Maintenance Services - Chicago, IL. Maintenance Service Supervisor for large cleaning company in UPS Bedford Park. Prepared and sent payrolls, time sheets, supplies orders. Communicated with co-workers and employer. Responsible for cooperation between employer and building manager. Assigned and supervised cleaning duties. PERSONAL QUALITIES AND SKILLS: Hard working, highly organized, reliable, responsible. Working under minimum supervision as well as dependable person. Good communication skills, knowledge of English, Polish and Russian languages. Excellent backcountry skills, including using maps and compasses, navigation, safety and survival. Off-road driving experience (including vehicles with manual transmission and four wheel drive). Operating and troubleshooting power tools like chainsaws, power-planters (augers), trimmers, and brush cutters. Knowledge of GPS and photo equipment. Working knowledge geographic sensing and Arc GIS Applications. Computer literate: experience in web design using HTML, CSS, PHP; operating systems like Windows 95/98//2000/XP, Mac OS 9 and X, Microsoft Office suite, Adobe graphic design software, extensive knowledge in hardware and software installation. RESEARCH ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE: Participated in data and specimen collection in several research projects including: Radio-tracking of desert tortoise and Mojave sidewinder rattlesnake. Invasive species monitoring. Data collection and protocol development for down woody debris analysis. Sample and data collection for effectiveness of mastication. Data collection and stream surveying for the effects of road reclamation. SPECIAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS: Red Cross First Aid and CPR - Barstow, CA, 2003. Defensive Driving, Baker, CA, 2003. Medic First Aid and CPR – Tillamook, OR, 2004. Firefighter Training S-130 – Jewel, OR, 2004. Introduction To Wildland Fire Behavior S-190 – Jewel, OR, 2004. Driving For the Fire Service S-216 – Astoria, OR, 2004.

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