Darren May

Experience

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  American Environmental

  Jan 1993 - May 1993

  CAD Draftsman

  Drafted site plans and contamination plume maps for use in environmental site and contamination assessment reports (SAR & CAR) for underground petroleum storage tank sites. Evaluated and determined contamination boundaries through use of OVA meters, collection of soil samples using hand augers and basic site surveys. Evaluated and assessed need for additional field collection sample locations based upon findings, so that monitoring well installations adequately assessed the contamination extent and groundwater flow direction. Fieldwork included travel to various gas stations and truck stops throughout Florida from Wildwood to Lake Okeechobee Florida. Show less

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  University of Tennessee

  May 1993 - Sept 1994

  Environmental Planner Trainee

  Hazardous Waste Remedial Action Program (HAZWRAP) internship for DOD facilities environmental programs. Reviewed, prepared and tracked the status of permit applications covering storm water, consumptive use, air, dredge and fill applications submitted to the Air Force by consultant firms and base engineering staff. Single point-of-contact coordination between state regulatory agencies and Air Force personnel for regulatory, construction and permit related issues. Participated in project design review meetings for base engineering and consultants providing environmental and regulatory input for preparation of construction plans, specifications and permit applications for projects at Patrick Air Force Base and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. Provided guidance to personnel at Patrick Air Force Base on implementation of permit conditions and regulatory requirements related to storm water, consumptive use, air, and dredge and fill activities. Represented the environmental flight during real world and exercise spill response activities. Prepared and presented presentations relating to status of environmental programs and permitting. Reviewed environmental regulations to provide guidance on existing and proposed requirements. Assisted in preparation and maintenance of permit related databases. Assisted in fiscal budget development of environmental program. Show less

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  Johnson Controls World Services Inc

  Jan 1996 - Sept 1996

  Associate Environmental Specialist

  Managed Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste environmental compliance program for the U.S. Air Force. Prepared permit applications for renewal of package sewage treatment plant permits. Assembled and prepared periodic operating reports as required by permit for submittal to the U.S. Air Force and, ultimately, to regulatory agencies. Developed tracking checklists for the preparation and submittal of reports and correspondence. Began development of database for the tracking of information required for reporting and the automation of report generation. Participated in spill response activities associated with primarily non-hazardous releases to the environment. Participated in regulatory compliance inspections for permitted wastewater, landfill and storm water facilities. Assisted engineering staff with issues related to project development and compliance with environmental regulations. Participated in Cape Environmental Team Meetings to discuss permit requirements, regulatory guidance/interpretation and resolution of environmental issues with base commercial contractors and Air Force. Provided regulatory input on compliance issues to Air Force in support of NEPA documentation effort. Document review and meeting support covered Environmental Assessments, Environmental Baseline Surveys, as well as new launch program development for Delta, Atlas and commercial launch programs. Interfaced with Army Corps of Engineers for MIL-CON design and construction projects. In anticipation of the Air Force creating a separate environmental support contract from the base support contract with Johnson Controls, this position was transitioned to a subcontract of Johnson Controls with GRC Environmental for purposes of bidding on the new contract. Show less

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  GRC Environmental

  Oct 1996 - Jun 1998

  Environmental Engineer

  Managed Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste environmental compliance program for the U.S. Air Force. Prepared permit applications for renewal of package sewage treatment plant permits. Participated in regulatory meetings in support of permit applications and compliance of permits. Assembled and prepared periodic operating reports as required by permit for submittal to the U.S. Air Force and, ultimately, to regulatory agencies. Coordinated permit compliance and pollution prevention issues with various contractors at CCAFS. Developed tracking checklists for the preparation and submittal of reports and correspondence. Assisted in development of databases for the tracking of information required for reporting, permit status and the automation of report generation. Participated in spill response activities associated with primarily non-hazardous releases to the environment. Participated in regulatory compliance inspections for permitted wastewater, landfill and storm water facilities. Managed preparation and entry of inspection, spill response and budget records using AF WIMS government database. Assisted engineering staff with issues related to project development and compliance with environmental regulations. Coordinated waste sampling, analysis and disposition of wastewaters with base personnel for discharge into CCAFS collection/transmission system. Participated in Cape Environmental Team Meetings to discuss permit requirements, regulatory guidance/interpretation and resolution of environmental issues. Provided regulatory input on compliance issues to Air Force in support of NEPA documentation effort. Document review and meeting support covered Environmental Assessments, Environmental Baseline Surveys, as well as new launch program development for Delta, Atlas and commercial launch programs. Interfaced with Army Corps of Engineers for MIL-CON design and construction projects. Show less

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  Vista Technologies/SpecPro, Inc.

  Jun 1998 - Feb 2011

  Environmental Engineer

  Progressive responsibilities as noted in previous position with GRC with the following added or modified duties. Managed Water and Wastewater environmental compliance program for the U.S. Air Force Environmental Support Contract. Ensured compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations associated with potable water, domestic wastewater, industrial wastewater, dredge and fill and storm water requirements and permitting. Maintained proficiency with regulatory requirements through attendance and participation in federal, state and local meetings, workshops and committees. Provided technical recommendations to Air Force regarding regulatory requirements and updates. Assisted in preparation of Landfill Construction and Demolition Debris permits. Participated in regulatory compliance inspections for permitted water, wastewater, storm water and landfill facilities. Monitored construction projects to ensure that environmental permit requirements are adhered to and report status/discrepancies to Air Force and other responsible parties. Managed preparation and entry of inspection, spill response and budget records using contractor developed and Air Force government databases. Provide technical support, report tracking and coordination with regulatory agencies for water/wastewater malfunctions. Participated in Partnering workgroup meetings involving the Air Force, NASA, USACE and the FDEP to discuss regulatory policies and permitting issues. Provided regulatory input on compliance issues to Air Force for NEPA documentation. Document review/meeting support covering NEPA EA's, EBS's, new launch program development for commercial launch programs. Participated in ongoing effort to support Air Force in meeting Florida requirements for EPA/FDEP Total Maximum Daily Loading (TMDL) program. Reviewed/provided recommendations on multiple watershed modeling software programs and provide technical support during implementation phase of TMDL program. Show less

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  Badger Technical Services

  Mar 2011 - Dec 2012

  Environmental Engineer
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  VZ TECHNOLOGIES

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2016

  Environmental Engineer
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  Vista Sciences Corporation

  Jul 2016 - Feb 2019

  Environmental Engineer
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  CTI and Associates

  Mar 2019 - Aug 2022

  Environmental Engineer