Geologist Petroleum Environmental Remediation

Tony A. Becker

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Isanti, MN 55040

Cellular: 763-***-****

e-mail: ******.******@*****.***

Summary:

** ***** ** ********** ** Geology; Hydrogeology and Environmental Consulting

Experienced in Brownfield and VIC/PVIC programs in most Midwestern states

Extensive knowledge and experience with field equipment and remediation technologies

Ability to develop, test and implement alternative methodologies to meet project goals

Strong computer skills and extremely experienced in all applications of Windows 7 and MS Office

Ability to communicate ideas to persons with varying backgrounds and experience levels

Self motivated, adaptive to changes and able to prioritize multiple tasks

High degree of mechanical aptitude and engineering principles

Worked on contracts for: ConocoPhillips, BP, Chevron, Holiday Companies, TransTexas, Duncan, Anschutz, Whiting Oil & Gas and several independent petroleum marketers

Education and Credentials:

Bachelor of Science, Geology with Hydrogeology emphasis; Minor Degrees in Earth Science, Planetary Studies and Business Administration- Bemidji State University, Bemidji, MN,; 1994

NASA Scholarship Award; Bemidji State University; 1992 through 1994

HAZWOPER 40 Hour Certification; H2S Certification

American Petroleum Institute- WorkSafe Certified

Work Experience:

Mud Logger & Petroleum Well Site Geologist:

Neset Consulting Service, 2011 to 2015

Well site geologist for petroleum exploration in the Williston Basin and Powder River Basin; rig up and rig down the geologist work trailer including setting up data acquisition computer (EDR), vapor separator and collection system and calibration of chromatographs; prepare and describe rock cuttings; test cuttings for fluorescence and petroleum shows; prepare well logs using RockWare and Wellsight software and prepare daily reports sent to client during all phases of well drilling; utilize Pason and RigSense well data acquisition systems for drilling analysis; utilize real-time gamma data compared to electronic logs from prognosis wells and lithofacies comparisons for maintaining wellbore through target zone during curve landing and horizontal drilling; work as part of the geosteering team and notify directional drillers to adjust well target during formation dip changes; experience with exploration wells in the Lodgepole, Bakken and Three Forks formations targeting multiple benches within the Williston Basin; and the Owl Creek overthrust fault in Powder River Basin

Environmental Project Professional:

Antea Group (formerly Delta Consultants), 2007 to 2011

Direct field personnel during site activities including monitoring well sampling, drilling and laser induced fluorescence (LIF) investigations; work with regulatory agencies and clients in developing and implementing cost effective remediation plans; draft and submit work bids to subcontractors for drilling, LIF and remediation system installation; performed data review of the Minneapolis Naval Industrial Reserve Ordnance Plant (NIROP) to determine effectiveness and efficiency of existing groundwater and soil vapor remediation systems and made recommended modifications based on results; successfully designed and implemented a solar powered, 12 volt free product recovery system which uses a bladder pump and compressed air; designed sampling points for sub-slab and soil vapor collection; utilize groundwater modeling software (Bioscreen and NAS) to forecast contaminant stabilization and remediation times; extensive research into phytoremediation potential for petroleum impacts to shallow aquifers and use as a natural barrier to plume migration; construct groundwater contour maps and geologic cross sections for inclusion in technical reports; maintain, organize and update analytical and field data spreadsheets used in regulatory compliance reporting

Environmental Project Geologist:

Antea Group (formerly Delta Consultants), 2004 to 2007

Collected and reviewed field and laboratory data for incorporation into reports presented to both the client and regulatory agencies providing specific expertise in natural attenuation of petroleum contaminants; Other activities included: direction of field personnel regarding site monitoring well sampling and drilling activities; oversaw the successful decommissioning of a bulk petroleum transport and storage facility involving documentation of contaminated soil and product recovery from approximately 17,000 lineal feet of underground and above ground pipe, oil-water separators and underground tanks; review scientific papers and case studies regarding end electron receptor evaluation for sites utilizing a Monitored Natural Attenuation (MNA) strategy; prepare air and water discharge permits (NPDES); confer with project managers regarding site natural attenuation status and suggest modifications to site remediation plans; prepared and review site Health and Safety plans

Environmental Systems Technician:

Antea Group (formerly Delta Consultants), 2002 to 2004

Maintained and operated various remediation systems including: soil venting; air sparging; groundwater pump and treat systems utilizing pneumatic, electric or multiple phase technology; operated thermal oxidizers for petroleum vapor removal from air stream prior to discharge to the atmosphere; sampled effluent air and water for discharge compliance; determined optimal vacuum and recovery rates for vapor and free product removal; prepare site specific Health and Safety plans and Job Safety Analysis worksheets

Environmental Field Technician:

Antea Group (formerly Delta Consultants), 2000 to 2004; Dahl & Associates, 1999 to 2000

Collected groundwater, soil and air samples and sampled soil/groundwater treatment systems; oversaw installation of soil borings and monitoring wells utilizing rotary and direct-push methodologies; directed the installation and sampling of multi-level monitoring wells set in a karst bedrock aquifers; field data entry using Excel software; create well and soil boring logs using LogPlot software

Environmental and Soil Laboratory Technician:

GME Consulting Engineers, 1998 to 1999

Described soil samples collected from geotechnical borings and conducted tests including Proctor and washed sieve gradations; prepared soil boring logs using gINT software; sampled soil and groundwater at petroleum, fertilizer and pesticide release sites; conducted Phase 1 reports related to VIC and Brownfield sites; utilize ground penetrating radar (GPR) for locating abandoned tanks

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