Nathan Bickley

Experience

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  SeaWorld

  Jan 1990 - Jan 2000

  Led efforts in animal training, marine and fresh water stranding response, rescue, rehabilitation, and release. Member of the SCUBA Safety Board, responsible for maintaining and inspecting equipment, reviewing dive logs, and training of new employees. Served on the Hurricane Ride-Out Team, maintaining operations and animal health during emergent situations.Responsible for saltwater and greywater disposal as well as APHIS and USDA compliance and verification. Managed daily operations including drafting and maintenance of area operations manuals. Administered endangered species breeding programs, animal crisis management, control, and lethal restraint. Represented SeaWorld in various media appearances on radio, television, and film. Show less

  • Senior Marine Mammal Care Specialist

    Jan 1995 - Jan 2000

  • Animal Care Specialist

    Jan 1990 - Jan 1995
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  The Lake Doctors

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2005

  Aquatic Biologist

  Conducted water inspection, testing, treatment, and maintenance of 80+ public and private ponds, lakes, and waterways. Responsible for storm water run-off/recovery, construction spill response, and DOT, EPA, and USF&W compliance. Mitigated littoral zones and oversaw retention and detention ponds.Managed fish stocking, aeration and fountain installation, habitat mitigation, restoration, and aqua-scaping. Conducted regular GIS surveying, consultation, and permit coordination. Handled all facets of contract procurement and management. Represented the company at public meetings and conducted educational presentations for external audiences. Show less

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  The Home Depot

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Tool Technician, Sales Associate

  Worked closely with contractors and clients to assist in the development and completion of project plans. Responsible for proper disposal of petroleum products, spill response, and MSDS/PPE training. Served as a part of the Safety Focus Group and ensured employee and customer safety. Consistently exceeded all sales and team goals and quickly promoted after just 3 months of service.• Recipient of the Executive Excellence Award for exceptional customer service.

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  Austin Aquarium

  Jul 2013 - Jun 2015

  Held direct responsibility for day-to-day oversight and direction of daily aquarium operations. Handled all recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management for the aquarium teams. Designed, implemented, and managed employee, guest, and animal safety policies and programs. Served as the liaison between the aquarium and city and state agencies for a variety of required permits. Managed complaints and issues from customers as well as state and federal agencies.Developed operations and policy manuals and coordinated messaging and publicity through local media interviews. Led a variety of project efforts to streamline operations and improve exhibit quality and safety. Ensured appropriate communication with executive leadership on performance and financial matters. Evaluated long and short-term organizational plans to ensure proper staff coverage to meet goals and objectives. Utilized vast experience to assist in the design and construction of the San Antonio Aquarium in 2014. Show less

  • Curator, General Manager

    Nov 2013 - Jun 2015

  • Construction, Design Coordinator

    Jul 2013 - Nov 2013
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  The University of Texas at Austin

  Jan 2015 - Sept 2022

  Document Solutions Clerk

  Estimate, coordinate, and schedule publishing jobs for the Document Solutions group. Maintain proper inventory levels and ensure efficient fulfillment within the warehouse environment. Responsible for PPE and MSDS as well as OSHA regulatory compliance. Proactively seek opportunities for cost improvements and facilitate related projects.

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  Phoenix Industrial Technologies

  Sept 2021 - now

  Operations Manger