Gregory Powell

Experience

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  Morrison Engineers

  Sept 2009 - Jan 2013

  » Assisted the project superintendent in managing personnel and day-to-day operations to ensure job was completed as scheduled and within the project’s budget.» Classified ground materials during the drilling process to ensure that proper specs are met.» Monitored building and ground movement on job sites utilizing applicable equipment.» Organized and maintained all testing equipment and calibrations.» Assisted the senior engineer in performing load tests» Acted as a liaison between Morrison Engineers, PLLC and third party engineering firms. Show less

  • Foreman

    Oct 2010 - Jan 2013

  • Heavy Equipment Operator

    Sept 2009 - Jan 2013
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  Bike & Build

  Feb 2014 - Sept 2017

  Team Leader

  » Planned and led long-distance, service-based bicycle expeditions totaling over 9,000 miles spanning three summers for young adults ages 18 to 26. The trips challenged participants physically and engaged them in community service through planned workdays with local affordable-housing organizations.» Coordinated with affordable housing construction nonprofits to plan and participate in volunteer build days.» Individually fundraised $14,000+ total for affordable-housing over the course of my employment.» Secured food donations for 180+ people along three routes in order to minimize food costs for Bike & Build.» Worked within a team of four to provide on-the-road support and complete all necessary tasksincluding ensuring safety protocol was sufficient and being followed, day to day logistics, fosteringgrowth within participants via bike touring, and creating/maintaining relationships with all parties we work with each summer. Show less

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  North Carolina State University

  Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

  Wilderness Guide

  » Assist with planning, creating lessons, preparing equipment and facilitating educational workshops and clinics.» Implement and plan trip curriculum, menu and trip control plans.» Provide leadership and direction to trip participants including equipment, technical skills, group development and processing, risk management and safety, and minimizing impact.» Manage participant/patron behaviors and mediate conflict.» Assist with program design, implementation and evaluation.» Uphold and exceed the expectations of University Recreation: ethical reasoning, critical thinking, teamwork, initiative and professionalism. Show less

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  Patrick Rides On 8000

  Apr 2016 - Apr 2017

  Organizer, Team Member

  » Facilitated an unsupported bicycle tour from Deadhorse, AK to Key West, FL for a team of seven in honor of a former colleague.» Planned the route spanning 8,000 miles through twelve U.S. states and two Canadian provinces to ensure optimum safety and access to resources as needed.» Acted as an authority in risk management and was the primary first aid responder in situationswhere such care was necessary.» Provided guidance in backcountry skills and methods during portions of the tour that were routed through wilderness areas without services and/or accommodations.» Maintained our tour’s social media presence and was the primary photographer for the team. Show less

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  Broadreach

  Apr 2016 - Apr 2020

  Wilderness Instructor

  » Responsible for leading students through a variety of outdoor and adventure activities which include surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, rafting, and rock climbing. » Live and travel with students 24/7 for the duration of the program, providing any support needed along the way.» Facilitate positive group dynamics, lead games and activities, participate in community service activities, and assist with the course curriculum in order to encourage personal growth and promote leadership development. » Maintain a healthy, safe, and supportive environment in order to achieve the greatest impact for each student. Show less

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  Trident Seafoods

  May 2018 - Jul 2020

  » Assisted in overseeing and establishing the performance and operation standards for all vessel deck equipment» Resolved issues in a safe and efficient manner as they arose» Directed and oversaw the activities on deck including setting/hauling of nets, loading/unloading cargo, and tying/untying to other vessels or docks » Worked as a deckhand within a three to four-person crew aboard a Bristol Bay gillnetter and complete all duties pertaining to commercial fishing on a salmon fishery» Assisted with pre-season and day-to-day deck operations of the vessel

  • Deck Boss

    May 2019 - Jul 2020

  • Commercial Fisherman

    May 2018 - May 2019
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  Saltwater Inc.

  Jul 2020 - Feb 2021

  Marine Biologist

  » Acted as an independent observer collecting biological data while living aboard commercial fishing vessels working in the North Pacific Ocean and Bering Sea» Provided catch estimates, sampled catches for species composition, collected biological samples, and monitored marine mammal and bird interactions with fishing gear that are critical to ensuring the sustainability of marine resources

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  Rice County Habitat for Humanity

  Feb 2021 - Apr 2022

  Construction Coordinator

  » Planned, coordinated, and implemented the construction of affordable homes located within Rice County, Minnesota» Coordinated the work and training of volunteers and assured all safety standards were observed» Managed all construction budgets, material ordering, and communication with subcontractorsand vendors» Participated on three committees for the Habitat500, which is an annual week-long charity bicycle ride across the state of Minnesota that aims to raise money and awareness for the affordable housing cause Show less

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  Supportive Living Solutions

  Apr 2022 - Mar 2023

  Program Director

  » Selected, trained, supervised, and developed a team of 15-20 employees that providedprofessional support within 2 programs, included 7 residential locations, and servedapproximately 140 clients» Managed program schedules, advocated and acted as a role model for staff and residents, andprovided feedback as to how to make programming more efficient and intentional» Acted as a liaison and oversaw communication between the organization, stakeholders, andclients» Managed facility budgets, supply orders, and technology Show less

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  North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics

  Mar 2023 - Sept 2024

  Community Coordinator

  » Provided leadership and supervision to a residential community that housed approximately 670students» Directly supervised 3 Residence Life Assistants and acted as in loco perentis to 37 residents» Created and maintained an open and welcoming community comprised of a diverse studentpopulation via programming and residential education curriculum » Managed community budget, supply orders, and community facilities

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  Habitat for Humanity of Wake County

  Sept 2024 - now

  Construction Field Manager

  » Oversee multiple residential home building projects to reach a goal of 40+ homes built in 2024» Supervise Superintendents, Americorps members, and volunteers at each construction site ensuring all projects are completed on schedule and to proper standards» Review data and plans to ensure that future projects are ready to start on time» Coordinate inspections, subcontractors, and flow of construction