Joseph D'Urso

Experience

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  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.

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  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.

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  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

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  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

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  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