Jake Michaels

Experience

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  Village of Pewaukee

  May 2006 - Aug 2007

  Lake Weed Harvester

  I operated a weed harvesting barge collecting invasive Eurasian Watermilfoil. After 2 summers of this work, I became quite skillful at operating the large barge within tight spaces and a variety of weather conditions.

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  Assist@Home Quality Care

  Jan 2008 - Apr 2009

  Caregiver

  I provided basic care for seniors in their homes, and transported clients to and from appointments.

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  US Fish and Wildlife Service

  May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Biological Research Technician Intern

  I assisted the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge botanist with multiple field research projects based in some of our country’s most remote areas. This included some intense and challenging wilderness experiences.

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  The Nature Conservancy

  May 2010 - Oct 2010

  Stewardship and Ecological Management Intern

  I traveled to nature preserves that ranged from just south of the Adirondack Mountains to just north of New York City utilizing a variety of tools to maintain the properties and trails. I also led a small group of high school interns from NYC fulfilling an array of conservation and stewardship duties.

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  Kettle Moraine Land Stewards, LLC

  Feb 2011 - Jul 2013

  Ecological Restoration Technician

  We utilize fire, chainsaws, brushcutters and brute strength to remove invasive species and restore disturbed ecosystems back toward pre-settlement levels of resiliency.

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  Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

  Sept 2012 - Nov 2012

  State Parks Trail Crew

  Armed with a standard arsenal of trail building tools, we re-routed the trail system away from areas that have recently shown vulnerability to heavy erosion. The new loop will help this sensitive State Natural Area avoid damage during any future downpours.

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  Quercus Land Stewardship Services

  Jun 2013 - now

  Senior Project Manager