Experience

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  Fullsail real world education

  Sept 2004 - May 2005

  Intern

  I worked on dozens of student video game projects directly after graduating to get a handle on working with many different game engines and teams. This was a great learning experience.

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  Balistic pixel, digital design center, ist

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2010

  3d artist, 3d artist, senior art specialist

  My responsibilities spanned a huge gamut from 3D Modeling, Texturing, Rigging, and Animation, Then Taking those assets into over 20 different Game Engines Spanning from Open source ones like Ogre, Torque, and Oxygen, and into more mainstream Engines like Unreal, Crytek, and Unity. I have become well versed in the use of many pieces of software including but not limited to Maya, 3Ds Max, ZBrush, and CAD type software to 2D software like Photoshop, Crazybump, and DDo. I also had to manage the organization of assets, Schedule of asset creation, and bid out jobs due to my level of production. Show less

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  Digital design center

  May 2005 - Aug 2007

  3d artist

  I worked mostly on creating homes in 3d using blueprints supplied by our clients. When all the homes were created I worked on fixtures and furnishings for the homes. A lot of this work can be seen on my online portfolio at http://efenstermaker.com/

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  Trademark cinemas

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

  Manager

  I had to find some work in between my chosen career jobs so I began to work here to supplement my income. With in a couple months I was bumped up to manager and after a short period being manager given a substantial raise in appreciation for my dedication and good work ethic.

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  Ballistic pixel

  Jul 2007 - Aug 2007

  3d artist

  Because of my work within the Digital Design Center I was offered an opportunity to do some animation work on educational film for the Florida Hospital.

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  University of central florida

  Aug 2007 - Apr 2013

  Lead a team in the creation of environment related assets for a virtual trainer using Unreal 3 technology. Created schedules, Allocated assets, Maintained quality control, and assisted in the creation of assets. I was also responsible for layout of the terrain, building placement and creation, vegetation and prop placement, and overall look and feel of the environment. I currently work on a large number of projects ranging from training simulation software to research of new technology. My main part in most of the projects I am a part of consists of artwork, design, and 3D modeling. I am versed in other areas as well as a result of the small teams I work in including some scripting, design, and research of new and or alternative ways of using virtual environments to train people.

  • Lead Environment Artist

    Nov 2012 - Apr 2013

  • Senior Art Specialist

    Aug 2007 - Nov 2012
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  Alion science and technology

  Nov 2013 - Jun 2015

  3d artist

  Create 3D models for use in Unreal Engine 3 using 3DS Max, Texturing those models using Photoshop and Crazy Bump, Rigging those models, Animating the models, Importing and setting up the models in the game engine and Also creating the environments and lighting in the engine.

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  Crews environmental

  Feb 2015 - Jan 2019

  Waste water treatment plant operator

  Lift Stations: Inspect lift stations (Control panels, alarm boxes, wiring, floats, pumps, tanks and plumbing), Determine issues if any, Resolve issues including, Repairing/replacing control panels, Repairing/replacing alarm boxes, repairing replacing wiring, replacing floats, replacing pumps, Repairing/replacing tanks and replacing or repairing plumbing as necessary. Document and take photos of all repairs before and after. Fill out certification paperwork for the DOH.Wastewater Treatment: Daily inspections of PH/Nitrate/Nitrite levels in wastewater before discharge, Monthly and quarterly testing sent to Lab for (Fecal, CBOD, BOD, TSS, PH, Nitrates, Nitrites, Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and FOGS), Adjust treatment as necessary to reach proper levels before discharge, Manage the unloading of tanker vehicles, Inspect the contents of the loads and direct flow into proper locations for proper treatment. Manage/Maintain/Build equipment for plant operation efficiency, Install new tanks and set up plumbing for more efficient control over treatment for wastewater plant, Engineered new receiving pit for the collection of waste water to more efficiently illuminate waste from water during intake process, Documented all test findings, waste, and loads in log booksSeptic Inspections/Maintenance/Installations: Drive Tanker to location, Inspect system from house to drain field, Document all findings including size, location, type and condition. Clean and maintain system, Repair any damage or order repair permits to replace partial or entire system, Put in new systems if new construction, Educate owner and tenants on findings and proper system use, Turn in all documentation and money to my superiorsRecognitions:I have received many phone calls, emails, and tokens of appreciation, both directly and indirectly due to my professionalism, courteousness, articulation, and going above and beyond taking care of customers Show less

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  Fischer forensic engineering

  Aug 2015 - Sept 2015

  Senior technologist
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  Water solutions

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2021

  Class a wastewater operator

  Did route operations for small batch wastewater plants all over SW FL. Learned a lot about many different plant configurations, how to fix issues on the fly with zero budget, How to make undersized plants produce quality effluent, and many other cool things.

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  Sunshine water services

  Jun 2021 - now

  Chief operator

  I run the day to day wastewater operations at Cross Creek in FT Myers FL. I manage everything from equipment installations to invoicing. equipment repairs and equipment operation. I manage orders for supplies and tools as well as safety regulations and government regulations. I manage reports for internal communications as well as reports for other agencies and vendors. I oversee large projects and make sure everything runs smooth as silk.

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  Water solutions of swfl inc

  Feb 2024 - now

  Compliance officer