Samuel Adams
**** *** ******. (#***) Phone: 630-***-****
Rapid City, SD 57701
E-Mail: ***.*********@*****.***
Objective:
My objective is to become a significant contributor to the productivity
within a growing organization and in doing so, becoming an indispensable
asset to my company employer.
Education:
Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL
Bachelor of Science Geology and Environmental Geosciences, December, 2007
Emphasis: Geology.
College of DuPage Glen Ellyn, IL
Associate in Arts General Education July, 2005
Relevant Coursework:
Dynamics & Structure of Earth
Planetary Geoscience
Mineralogy Geomorphology
Vertebrate Paleontology Global Cycles
Stratigraphy Regional Field Geology
Geologic Field Work/Mapping Field Production
Statistics/Calculus
Organismal Diversity
Forensic Geology
Anthropology/History
Employment History:
Epoch Well Services/Canrig Drilling Technology Ltd: Bakersfield, CA
Well Site Geologist, 8/2008-
. Preparation of high quality geologic interpretation logs to aid in
research and development of oil wells, via rock stratigraphy, for
petroleum geologists.
. Maintain and repair laboratory gas equipment, well monitoring sensors,
and miscellaneous equipment, guaranteeing optimal systems performance.
. Professional assistance regarding decisions in operations for the
petroleum geologists and maintain good communications and support to
all associated service companies.
. Work independently while collecting field data and submitting reports
prior to deadlines.
. Actively monitoring well control systems to ensure the highest degree
of safety for all rig personnel and efficiency of the drilling rig.
(Potentially saving lives, time, and money)
Exel Logistics: DeKalb, IL
Powered Industrial Truck Operator, 9/2007-3/2008
. Assured 100% accuracy in the shipping and receiving of warehouse
goods.
. Operated machinery such as forklifts and clamp trucks in a safe,
efficient manner.
. Filled out orders according to precise customer specifications.
. Achieved certification of an operator permit for powered industrial
trucks.
Northern Illinois University: (Summer Field Work), Ekalaka MT
Field Research Assistant/Prospector, summers of 2006 and 2007
. Researched geologic area in depth prior to arrival.
. Cleared overburden and prepared bones for exhumation.
. Led prospecting teams systematically over two square miles of rough
terrain.
. Discovered several potential fossil beds and a museum quality
Ornithomimid claw.
. Created a short video documentary focused on the paleontology of the
region.
Goodyear, Downers Grove and Westmont, IL
Sales Manager, 10/1999-8/2005
. Provided excellent customer service while helping the consumers select
appropriate tires for their driving needs.
. In charge of daily operations, collecting and depositing money, and
store appearance.
. Produced thousands of product orders for commercial use.
. Performed many basic and advanced vehicle repairs.
. Managed a crew of up to ten people, where I was responsible for
training, scheduling and assigning tasks.
. Earned several customer appreciation awards for quality personal
assistance.
. Awarded multiple times for exceeding monthly sales budgets.
Computer Skills:
Experienced in operating; MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD,
Adobe Photoshop, Apple Systems Interface, DML Mudlogging Software,
RigWatch, Totco, and Pason Well Monitoring Systems, GIS and, Final Cut Pro
Editing Software.
Certifications: Powered industrial truck permit, credentials for industrial
safety programs, advanced driving safety certification.
Activities:
I enjoy the outdoors and outside activities such as hiking, mountain
biking, wildlife photography, camping, fishing, and rock collecting. I am a
musician and I indulge in painting as well as others forms of art.
References: Available upon request.