Joseph D'Urso

Joseph D'Urso

Analytical Chemist

Followers of Joseph D'Urso60 followers
location of Joseph D'UrsoMilford, Connecticut, United States

Connect with Joseph D'Urso to Send Message

Connect

Connect with Joseph D'Urso to Send Message

Connect
  • Timeline

  • About me

    President at Shortbus Bicycles, LLC

  • Education

    • The City College of New York

      2008 - 2008
      4.0.

      I was a New York City Teaching Fellow. Although I flourished as a student while at CCNY, I ultimately decided against pursuing a career in teaching.

    • Paul Smith's College

      1996 - 1998
      Associate of Science - AS Ecology & Environmental Technology

      Activities and Societies: I currently sit on the Alumni Board of Directors.

    • Sacred Heart University

      2001 - 2005
      Bachelor's degree Environmental Science 3.5

      Activities and Societies: National Honor's Society Dean's List

  • Experience

    • Complete Environmental Testing

      Jan 2001 - Aug 2001
      Analytical Chemist

      During my time at CET, Joseph performed spectroscopy, spectrophotometry, atomic absorption, gas chromatography, and wet chemistry. I analyzed samples for contaminants such as Petroleum Hydrocarbon, MTBE, PCBs, and Heavy Metals, and repaired associated equipment when necessary and possible. In addition, I trained seven (7) new laboratory technicians and interns and wrote Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) for many of the tests I performed.

    • Self Employed

      Jun 2011 - now
      Yoga Instructor

      I completed a 500hr yoga teacher training at Saraswati's Yoga Joint in Norwalk in June 2011. Since then I have taught at countless prominent yoga studios in Fairfield and New Haven Counties, at times as many as five to six at once. I have taught private classes and college athletes as well.

    • Big East Environmental

      Jan 2014 - now
      Project Manager

      I worked with Big East performing subsurface investigations, water testing, asbestos inspecting, and project monitoring for several years. I have extensive experience performing Phase I site assessments and limited Phase II/Subsurface investigations with a Geoprobe. My responsibilities include site visits, state and local research, soil and groundwater testing, concrete chip sampling, Indoor and outdoor air quality monitoring, contractor oversight, and report writing. I have monitored many large-scale, long term projects both in CT and MA.I hold licenses for Asbestos Project Monitoring and Asbestos Inspections in the state of CT. Show less

    • Waste Management

      Nov 2014 - Feb 2016
      Landfill Gas Technician

      At Waste Management, I was responsible for the operation and maintenance of a landfill gas collection system. Other responsibilities included calibrating, operating, and maintaining electronic data collection devices to optimize LFG quality, as well as finding and repairing any potentially dangerous breaches in the system as quickly as possible. I often had several sub-contractors working under my direction and was responsible for monitoring their performance. As a result of my efforts, the landfill methane capture was improved, leading to financial gains for WM. Show less

    • Shortbus Bicycles, LLC

      Nov 2015 - now
      President

      Shortbus Bicycles is a mobile, full-service, used bicycle shop servicing Southwestern CT and beyond. As the owner and head mechanic, I love to refurbish vintage bicycles and get them back on the road. It is a great pleasure to set-up shop at farmer's markets, holiday fairs, food truck festivals, and the like. I interact on a daily basis with clients and work with other small business owners to set up local events. The company's website is shortbusbicycles.com, or we can be reached on Instagram, or Facebook as well. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Asbestos Project Monitor

      Connecticut Department of Public Health
      Apr 2019
    • Asbestos Consultant - Inspector

      Connecticut Department of Public Health
      Apr 2019