Gis Technician

Lukas Atkinson

**** ** *** ***, *******, WA *****

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EDUCATION

University of Washington Seattle, WA Major: Bachelor of Geography (GIS) Graduation: June 2018 Honors/Awards: University of Washington Dean’s List

Relevant Coursework: Quantitative Methods in Geography, Principles of GIS, Database Programming, GIS and Statistics, Coastal GIS

EXPERIENCE

Lyft (Contractor) Seattle, WA Mapping Data Curator June 2018-August 2019 • Use OSM and QGIS software to analyze and produce quality data on L5 autonomous project • Use internal Lyft software and tools to curate data and analyze project

• Communicate directly with L5 engineers to test tools and improves data processes

Computing Kids Seattle, WA Teacher January 2018 – April 2018 • Taught grade school children computer science principles and beginner programming

• Effectively managed a classroom of children and led lesson while implementing curriculum

Apple Maps (Contractor) Seattle, WA GIS Technician August 2019-Present • Used open-source mapping software (JOSM) along with in house mapping tools/extensions to efficiently update Apple Maps application

• Communicated effectively with a large range of technical teams at Apple along with OSM community members and participated in training and teaching exercises new team members

Additional Skills and Information

Skills

• Advanced in ArcGIS Software

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Intermediate in SQL, R, Tableau, HTML, Python

• Fieldwork practices such as data gathering using surveying, interviewing, and observation • Communication practices including data presentation using essays, speeches, and presentations

Volunteer Experience Vancouver, WA Habitat for Humanity June 2012 • Worked with a team to build a house for families in need financially

• Gained teamwork skills along with practical skills

Beach Cleanup

• Week long team operation to improve the habitat/ecosystem along the Oregon coast

Personal Strengths

• Fluent in English, intermediate proficiency in Italian

• Passion for Geography, GIS, and Data Analytics

• Adaptable in many work environments and conditions

• Strong ability to work in a team or take lead when needed

• Strong writing skills

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