Benjamin M. Kisner
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
fyx1wt@r.postjobfree.com
Radically self-reliant, motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic self starter looking for a position working in the field for a solid company in and around the Pittsburgh area where I can use my skill set and knowledge to its fullest extent.
EDUCATION:
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, Edinboro, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science: Geological Science, May 2009
YBRA- Yellowstone-Bighorn Research Association, Red Lodge, Montana.
Summer 2006
Studies in creation geologic maps from arial and topographic maps, drill core analysis and interpretation, remote sensing, general field work, fossil identification, mineral identification.
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Global Environmental Management / Allegheny Asbestos, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Field Technician, July 2010 to July 2011
Responsible for running air sampling pumps during constuction phases where asbestos containing materials are exposed. Analized air samples using a microscope and PCM methods. Field work included structural surveys in conjunction with architects, geological surveys in conjunction with geologists and environmental surveys.
Monaloh Basin Engineers, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Land Surveyor, May 2005 to August 2005
Land survey for Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission & City of Pittsburgh.
Use of laser transit, rod, elevation level, and remote control
360 laser theodolite. Working knowledge of Microsoft CE systems.
Map reading, orientation, locating and working from state benchmark monument markers.
MAI , Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Summer Work
Architecture/ Design& Build Construction, Intermittent - 2000 to Present
Locate and survey existing structures, de-construction, rough carpentry, rough electrical,
plumbing, painting, drywall, material takeoff and receiving
Kossman Development Corporation
Laborer, May 1999 to August 1999
Radio communication, safety inspection, dump-truck driver, tool maintenance and warehousing.
GEOLOGICAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Sigma Gamma Epsilon – National Earth Sciences Honor Society
Member – 2003 to Present - Treasurer – 2004/2002
Geological Society of America - Volunteer - 2006
Pittsburgh Geological Society - Member – 2006 to present