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GLADYS YERALDYN PINEDA RIVERA

VANCOUVER,BC

Summary

Environmental Studies graduate (Langara College) and Geological Engineer with international experience in environmental compliance, petrographic analysis, and fieldwork. Skilled in site inspections, water/soil monitoring, and GIS mapping. Enthusiastic about contributing to environmental stewardship and geoscience initiatives in Canada, with strong communication and public outreach abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Park Ambassador

Capilano Suspension Bridge Ltd.
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Guest Engagement & Customer Service, greeting guests and providing a warm welcome, assisting with ticketing and ensuring smooth entry.
  • Safety & Crowd Management, monitoring visitor flow on the suspension bridge and other park areas, enforcing park rules to ensure guest safety.
  • Promoted environmental awareness and stewardship by engaging visitors with educational information about the natural and cultural significance of the site.
  • Delivered clear, friendly communication to diverse audiences, enhancing public understanding of conservation efforts.
  • Supported outreach initiatives aimed at fostering respect for the environment and encouraging sustainable visitor behaviors.

Environmental specialized

Corporación Autónoma Regional de Cundinamarca
03.2015 - 01.2018
  • Inspect different mining companies ensuring they follow the relevant environmental law and regulations in Colombia.
  • Determine and identify potential environmental impacts of mining activities (strip mining), related to water quality, soil erosion, biodiversity.
  • Elaborate reports about the different mining visited.
  • Inspect legal and illegal mining activities in the areas in order to make an environment control.
  • Support the Corporation in the aspects techniques, environmental, social related to the mining industry.
  • Create cartography utilizing a GIS (ArcGIS), with the purpose of determine the most vulnerable zones related with mining activities.

Petrographic Analyst

CDT Mineral Accredited Lab
02.2014 - 12.2014
  • Performed petrographic analysis focusing on sedimentary rocks, supporting the company’s service offerings in geological sample testing.
  • Utilized microscopy and analytical techniques to characterize rock properties, contributing to accurate and reliable results for clients.

Education

Diploma - Arts and Environmental Science

Langara College
Vancouver
08.2025

Beginner 3 Certificate of Attendance Français

Centre Culturel Francophone, Vancouver
Vancouver
08-2025

Certificate - Du Programme De Français Langue Seconde Certificat

ATPAL
Montreal
08-2023

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Geological Engineering

Universidad Pedagógica Y Tecnológica De Colombia (UPTC)
Colombia
12-2014

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • AutoCAD
  • ArcGis
  • Solid knowledge of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic petrology
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong attention to detail and good listener
  • Adapt easily in a fast pace environment
  • Environmental regulation knowledge in Canada
  • Great communication skills
  • Driver license

LANGUAGE

Spanish (native)
Native or Bilingual
English (Advance)
Full Professional
French (Basic)
Limited Working

Timeline

Park Ambassador

Capilano Suspension Bridge Ltd.
10.2023 - 03.2024

Environmental specialized

Corporación Autónoma Regional de Cundinamarca
03.2015 - 01.2018

Petrographic Analyst

CDT Mineral Accredited Lab
02.2014 - 12.2014

Diploma - Arts and Environmental Science

Langara College

Beginner 3 Certificate of Attendance Français

Centre Culturel Francophone, Vancouver

Certificate - Du Programme De Français Langue Seconde Certificat

ATPAL

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Geological Engineering

Universidad Pedagógica Y Tecnológica De Colombia (UPTC)

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