Merissa Reid

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Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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About me
Environmental Analyst and Technical Coordinator at the CER
Education
- The University of British Columbia / UBC
  2011 - 2015
  Bachelor of Science (BSc) Freshwater Science
  Activities and Societies: Freshwater Science Course Union Earth and Environmental Course Union Relevant Coursework: Flora & Fauna of Inland Waters, Limnology, Plant Ecophysiology, Ecology & Evolution, Freshwater Resource Management, Aqueous Environmental Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Statistics, Population Biology, Soil Science, Management of Forested Watersheds, Analytical Methods of Hydrology, Hydrology, and Hydrogeology.
- SAIT
  2008 - 2010
  Certificate Process Piping Drafting
Experience
- NGC Compression Solutions Ltd
  Mar 2007 - Aug 2011
  Created 3D models of custom natural gas compression packages using Creo (formerly ProEngineer) and P&ID / U&ID drawing packages using AutoCAD. Used a coordinate measurement machine to model existing packages and reconfigure the design to optimize performance and reduce emissions. Assisted all departments with word processing, travel and other clerical duties. Used Project Web Access and Microsoft Project to create unique schedules for projects and assign tasks with timelines to individuals at every stage including project management, design, manufacturing and shipping.
  - Project Designer
    Jul 2009 - Aug 2011
  - Administrative Assistant and Project Scheduler
    Mar 2007 - Jul 2009
- Natural Resources Canada
  May 2014 - Aug 2014
  Silviculture and Afforestation Assistant
  Assisted with data collection including locating and harvesting 1st, 2nd and 3rd year growth samples from various willow species. Participated in a pre harvest survey in Northern Alberta. Located transects and identified species of tagged trees, determined pine beetle status and measured trees.Maintained several large research sites in and around Edmonton. Prepared soils for planting and planted various types of trees.Continued to cultivate soils to reduce weed growth and increase seedling survival. Loading/unloading and transportation of tractors and other equipment between sites. Show less
- University of British Columbia
  Sept 2014 - Dec 2014
  Undergraduate Teaching Assistant - Physical Geology
  Developed and delivered lectures and lead lab exercises for first year Physical Geology. Worked with students and helped them gain an understanding of tectonic processes, map interpretation, mineral and rock identification, and hydrological processes.
- BC Conservation Foundation
  Oct 2014 - Oct 2014
  Field Technician - Kokanee Salmon Surveyor
  Assisted with the installation of a fish fence and trap in Middle Vernon Creek. Assessed the fish fence and trap for breaches and performed any necessary repairs. Determined the sex and length of every fish passed. Reduced environmental stress on fish by performing frequent checks and working quickly to keep fish volumes low. Recorded water temperature and stage level prior to every check.
- Natural Resources Canada
  May 2015 - Oct 2015
  Silviculture & Afforestation Field Technician
- Matrix Solutions Inc.
  Oct 2015 - Apr 2022
  Aquatic Scientist
Licenses & Certifications
- Truck and Trailer Workshop
  University of Alberta
- Wetlands Keeper Workshop
  BC Wildlife Federation
  May 2015
- OFA Level 1
  WorkSafeBC
Volunteer Experience
- Kokanee Salmon Surveyor
  Issued by BC Conservation Foundation on Oct 2013
  Associated with Merissa Reid
- Dog Fostering
  Issued by Paws it Forward on Dec 2014
  Associated with Merissa Reid
- Bird Surveyor
  Issued by University of British Columbia (Okanagan) on Jul 2012
  Associated with Merissa Reid