Nicholas Kaminski

Nicholas Kaminski

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Technical Specialist at NV5 Geospatial

  • Education

    • Portland State University

      2017 - 2018
      GIS Certificate

      Activities and Societies: GIS Club

    • University of Nottingham

      2009 - 2010
      Mechanical Engineering

      Activities and Societies: Rambling Society, American Society

    • Lund University

      2013 - 2015
      Master of Science - MS Human Ecology

      Activities and Societies: Utrikesperspektiv Magazine, Choir

    • Oregon State University

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Science - BS Cultural Anthropology

      Activities and Societies: Student Alumni Association, Sustainable Energy Initiative, Fencing Club Secretary, Basketball Band

  • Experience

    • Costco Wholesale

      Jun 2008 - Jul 2013
      Cashier Assistant

      I provided world-class customer service while multitasking in a high-pace environment. This led to an exceptional ability to make decisions and solve problems for everyone's benefit. I also trained new employees.

    • Nordgröna AB

      Jun 2014 - Jun 2015
      Sustainability Analyst, Senior Production Specialist

      As a Sustainability Analyst, I researched, analyzed, and wrote reports focused on Nordgröna's sustainability. These directly led to a better understanding of Nordgröna's ecological footprint, and the ways we could reduce it as a team.As Senior Production Specialist, I increased production efficiency by over 500% through the use of minimal gains theory and gamification. I also recruited, hired, and trained new employees.

    • Davey Resource Group

      Feb 2016 - Jun 2017
      Utility Systems Specialist, Project Coordinator

      I mapped, surveyed, and performed GIS analysis on utility infrastructure across California, Oregon, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, Kentucky, and Colorado. In Georgia, I led a highly successful $500,000+ mapping project while managing over a dozen employees. This position also involved performing community outreach as an advocate of utility GIS solutions. Throughout my 1.5 years with Davey Resource Group, I maintained a perfect safety record.

    • Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA)

      Jan 2018 - Jul 2018
      Commercial Building Energy Data Analyst Intern

      I analyzed energy data from the 1,000 largest buildings in Portland, with the goal of finding the cheapest/easiest/fastest ways to help them drastically improve their energy efficiency. I used Microsoft Excel and Tableau for the data analysis. This position is a collaboration between the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA), Energy Trust of Oregon, and the Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS).

    • Institute for Sustainable Solutions

      Apr 2018 - Jun 2018
      Student Assistant

      I was the student assistant for our visiting scholar from The Netherlands, Dr. Martijn Rietbergen. I assisted in scheduling, communications, and outreach to make his visit as pleasant and productive as possible.

    • NV5 Geospatial

      Jun 2018 - now
      Technical Specialist

      I use CADD and GIS to develop engineering-grade models of electrical infrastructure. This helps utilities across the United States identify and prioritize threats to their network.

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

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      Most Helpful Student Award Esri Dec 2015
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      Director's Choice Award - Marching Band -
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      Most Inspirational Player - Golf Team -
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      Most Outstanding Performer - Symphonic Band -
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Archaeologist

      Issued by OSU Archaeological Field School on Jun 2011
      OSU Archaeological Field SchoolAssociated with Nicholas Kaminski
    • Sales

      Issued by Portland Bridge Pedal on Jan 2005
      Portland Bridge PedalAssociated with Nicholas Kaminski
    • Standard Bearer

      Issued by Jeld-Wen Tradition Golf Tournament on Jan 2004
      Jeld-Wen Tradition Golf TournamentAssociated with Nicholas Kaminski