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Preston Monaghan
Preston Trent Monaghan
[email protected]
Career Targets:
Hydrogeologist / Environmental Geologist /Mining Geologist/Petroleum Geologist
Over 3 Years of Experience in Geological and Project Management Positions
Master of Science in Geology; Extensive Knowledge Base in Geologic Disciplines
Advanced Skills in Analyzing Field Data, Sites, and Geologic Conditions
Proven Record of Success in Meeting Time, Cost, and Quality Goals for Complex Projects
Strong abilities in preparing site assessment reports, corrective action plans, environmental permits, and conceptual models that illustrate project needs. Background in reviewing systems operations and maintenance, as well as excellent quantitative, qualitative, and technical analysis skills. Proven reserve finder for silica sand and industrial minerals.
Field / Industry Experience
Correctional Officer ¡V TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE ¡V 2005-2008
Supervised groups of up to 300 inmates, implemented corrective action processes, oversaw facility security and public safety, and enforced laws, rules, and regulations of the State of Texas. Promoted safe prison program, monitored movement of inmates throughout the grounds, and conducted searches of areas and individuals. Maintained the peace through the use of effective verbal communications.
ƒÞ Demonstrated exceptional skills in managing crisis situations, supervising large / diverse groups, negotiating win-win solutions to complex situations, and correcting environmental and safety hazards.
Dow Chemical ¡V Distribution Operator ¡V 2005
Science Teacher ¡V Splendora I.S.D. - 8th grade science teacher - 2005
Correctional Officer ¡V TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE ¡V 2002-2004
Supervised groups of up to 300 inmates, implemented corrective action processes, oversaw facility security and public safety, and enforced laws, rules, and regulations of the State of Texas. Promoted safe prison program, monitored movement of inmates throughout the grounds, and conducted searches of areas and individuals. Maintained the peace through the use of effective verbal communications.
ƒÞ Demonstrated exceptional skills in managing crisis situations, supervising large / diverse groups, negotiating win-win solutions to complex situations, and correcting environmental and safety hazards.
Geologist ¡V QUALITY LOGGING, INC. ¡V 2001-2002
Provided geological support for various drilling operations in the Permian Basin as Mud Logging Geologist. Collected and prepared samples for microscopic analysis, evaluated cuttings for hydrocarbon-play characteristics, and developed both daily drilling and hydrocarbon ¡§show¡¨ reports.
ƒÞ Gained valuable experience and proficiency in logging of cuttings that emerged during active drilling in the organization¡¦s search for hydrocarbons.
ƒÞ Prepared Mud Log that illustrated characteristics and lithology of the subsurface, receiving recognition from team members as significant tool within the project.
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Home: (979) 297-6515 „R Cell: (281) 622-6131 „R Email: [email protected]
Correctional Officer ¡V TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE ¡V 1998-2001
Supervised groups of up to 300 inmates, implemented corrective action processes, oversaw facility security and public safety, and enforced laws, rules, and regulations of the State of Texas. Promoted safe prison program, monitored movement of inmates throughout the grounds, and conducted searches of areas and individuals. Maintained the institutional peace through the use of effective verbal communications.
ƒÞ Demonstrated exceptional skills in managing crisis situations, supervising large / diverse groups, negotiating win-win solutions to complex situations, and correcting environmental and safety hazards.
Environmental Consultant ¡V KELLY¡¦S SCIENTIFIC AND ON-SITE ENVIRONMENTAL ¡V 1996-1997
Supplied technology and supervisory support for series of environmental projects, including auger drilling and soil / ground water sample collection initiatives in contractor role.
ƒÞ Met technical and problem-solving goals through supervising hollow stem auger drilling project at gasoline stations in Texas and Arizona with suspected leakage of underground storage tank systems.
ƒÞ Gained experience and advanced knowledge in operation and maintenance of remediation sites through the application of pump-and-treat, soil-vapor-extraction systems, and biodegradation.
Hydrogeologist ¡V APPLIED EARTH SCIENCES ¡V 1994
Contributed significantly to environmental projects in terms of proposal and bid preparation, invasive and non-invasive environmental site assessment, drilling supervision, report preparation, and well development / implementation. Conducted Phase I and Phase II ESAs, submitted hydrogeologic investigation and site assessment reports to clients and regulatory agencies, and installed monitoring wells.
ƒÞ Oversaw successful drilling projects (with geoprobe and standard drilling rigs) that focused on acquiring environmental soil and ground water samples in order to evaluate extent of contamination from petroleum storage tank system releases.
ƒÞ Demonstrated effectiveness in managing projects for clients requiring complex scheduling and problem-solving functions.
Geologist ¡V UNIMIN CORPORATION ¡V 1985-1987
Served as Project Manager, Project Coordinator, and Project Site Supervisor, frequently functioning as the sole on site geologist. Managed exploration core barrel drilling projects across Illinois, Texas, and Oklahoma, performing all field work required for successful completion. Assisted in Operations and Maintenance functions for remediation and reclamation projects; supported mine planning by outlining scope and economic potential of locations proposed for current and future mining activity.
ƒÞ Ensured highly accurate estimate of economic potential for each site by mapping reserve areas, including Hole Location, Overburden Thickness, and Reserve Thickness.
ƒÞ Provided comprehensive reports and ¡§economic potential¡¨ evaluations to mine planning teams that involved chemical analysis, reserve estimates, stripping requirements, and geologic characteristic data improving decision-making capabilities for upper management.
Education & Credentials
Master of Science in Environmental Geology, 1993 ¡V UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE, Houston, TX
Graduate Coursework: Analytical Mineralogy, Planetary Geology, Sedimentary Petrology / Petrography, Geology Topic: The Deserts (Desert Geomorphology), Environmental Geology, Geomorphology, Hydrology I and II, Environmental Geochemistry, Seminar in Environmental Science, Photo Geology, Geology of Ground Water
Bachelor of Science in Geology, 1985 ¡V BAYLOR UNIVERSITY, Waco, TX
Undergraduate Coursework: Physical Geology, Historical Geology, Regional Geology, Mineralogy, Structural Geology, Petrology, Sedimentary Petrology, Field Geology, Geologic Presentations and Illustrations, Invertebrate Paleontology, Economic Mineral Deposits, Biostratigraphy, Stratigraphy- Sedimentology, Senior Thesis
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Home: (979) 297-6515 „R Cell: (281) 622-6131 „R Email: [email protected]
Professional Training
Introduction to Environmental Technology, the Institute of Environmental Technology, Houston, TX, 1996 „R 40 Hour Initial Training, The Institute of Environmental Technology, Houston, TX, 1996 „R State of Texas Licensed Asbestos Inspector and Accredited Manager Planner for Asbestos, The University of Texas Health Center at Tyler Occupational and Environmental Training Program, Houston, TX, 1995 „R Principles & Applications of Modeling Chemical Reactions in Ground Water, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO, 1992
Publications
¡§Mississippian-Pennsylvanian Boundary Conodonts from the Rhoda Creek Formation¡¨ (Abstract), Oklahoma Geology Notes, Volume 45, no. 1, February 1985, page 36.
¡§Mississippian-Pennsylvanian Boundary Conodonts from the Rhoda Creek Formation; Homoceras Equivalent in North America¡¨ in ¡§Toward a Boundary in the Middle of the Carboniferous: Stratigraphy and Paleontology,¡¨ Frankfurt Am. Main. January 1985, pages 149-180.
The Stratigraphy of the Mississippian-Pennsylvanian Shale Sequence of Southern Oklahoma: Unpublished Bachelor of Science Thesis, Baylor University, 1985, 51 Pages.
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