Juergen Mascarenhas
Toronto,ON
Summary
As a recent graduate in Environmental Science, I am actively seeking opportunities in technician and scientist roles within the science industry. With a firm foundation in environmental science and a genuine passion for scientific inquiry, I am eager to apply my skills and knowledge in a dynamic and challenging environment. I am committed to continuous learning and growth, and I am excited about the prospect of contributing to impactful scientific research and discoveries. I am confident in my ability to adapt and thrive in various scientific roles, and I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the field of science.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant Archeological Field Technician
Archeoworks Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Assumed responsibility for various fieldwork duties related to archaeological assessments, including Stage 2 property assessments through field walking and test pitting
- Conducted Stage 3 site-specific assessments, employing test unit excavation techniques to determine limits and characteristics of archaeological sites
- When avoidance was not feasible, expertly executed Stage 4 mitigation strategies to minimize impact of development, ensuring comprehensive documentation of site through complete excavation
- Developed a deep understanding of pre-contact, historic, and Euro-Canadian artifacts, enabling accurate classification of artifacts recovered during excavations based on their Terminus Post Quem (TPQ)
- Applied extensive knowledge of government legislation, including Planning Act, Municipal Class Environmental Act, Aggregates Act, Renewable Energy Approvals Regulation, Cemeteries Act, and the Ontario Heritage Act, to uphold and enhance testing standards
- Diligently prepared draft soil horizon reports, incorporating essential details such as hue, value, and chroma for each soil layer, in accordance with Munsell Colour Chart.
Assistant Manager
St. George's Golf & Country Club
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills as the manager of a service team of 5 responsible for delivering exceptional service at various club events and private functions
- Efficiently set up client accounts in accordance with club guidelines, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Expertise in data management, including customer record updates, security handling, sales tracking, and inventory management of point-of-sale club merchandise
- Assumed responsibility for submitting expense receipts and liaising with the accounting department to ensure timely processing
- Skillfully managed facility logistics and provided general administration support in key areas of the club, including change rooms, kitchen, bar, and lounge areas
- Maintained a meticulous inventory of kitchen equipment and proactively ordered locker room supplies and liquor to ensure seamless operations
- Exhibited proficiency in hiring, training, and orienting subcontractors and new hires to maintain a high-performing team
- Effectively scheduled staff shifts and managed leave, vacation, and absence requests, ensuring optimal staffing levels and smooth operations
- Actively contributed to general club maintenance and workflow, readily assisting with various tasks as needed to uphold overall efficiency.
Laboratory Technician
Engtec Consulting Inc
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Utilized specialized equipment, including a gyratory compactor, specific gravity machine, and digital water bath, to conduct comprehensive testing on asphalt, soil, and aggregate samples collected from various locations across the GTA area
- Adhered to Provincial standard operating procedures to ensure consistent and accurate testing results
- Demonstrated meticulous record-keeping by maintaining a digital inventory of samples and effectively managing the disposal of tested and recorded samples in compliance with regulations
- Conducted weekly maintenance and calibration checks on all equipment used, ensuring their optimal performance and accuracy
- Proficiently prepared Bulk Relative Density and Theoretical Maximum Relative Density calculations on a daily basis and compiled the results into comprehensive reports for each sample tested
- Exhibited exceptional efficiency by testing and meticulously logging upwards of 20 samples per day, demonstrating a strong ability to manage high sample volumes while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Customer Service Representative
MedicAlert Foundation Canada
04.2016 - 02.2020
- Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills by engaging with customers in a responsive and empathetic manner, ensuring their requests, complaints, and inquiries were promptly addressed and resolved to their satisfaction
- Maintained utmost confidentiality in managing and updating customers' digital records, particularly in handling private health information, adhering to strict privacy protocols
- Proactively identified customers' needs and effectively cross-sold products and services, leveraging strong product knowledge to enhance sales and promote customer satisfaction
- Actively contributed to the success of various company marketing campaigns, utilizing effective communication and persuasive skills to engage customers and drive sales
- Served as primary point of contact for healthcare professionals, efficiently managing tasks such as appointment scheduling, providing product information, coordinating bulk mailings, and collaborating with customers and management to promptly address day-to-day operational matters
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail in performing data entry tasks and provided comprehensive customer support as required, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all assigned responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
York University
Toronto06.2019
Certificate - Environmental Science
Toronto Metropolitan University/Chang School of Continuing Education
Toronto, ON06.2016
Skills
- Client Focused: Keen to build and maintain a network of internal and external relationships to facilitate business goals Excellent interpersonal skills
- Administrative Skills: Organization, teamwork, time flexibility, accuracy and detail oriented
- Communication: Native command of English language, document management, negotiation, and report writing
- Professional Development: Client support, good judgement, maintain trust and confidentiality, continuous learning
- Technical: Data-entry, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Teams, Email, Python, Photoshop, Social Media Tools, troubleshooting, and various in-house applications and processing systems
References
On request
Hobbies and Interests
- Classic works of literature
- Classical music
- Evolutionary biology and oceanography
- Soccer and basketball
- Swimming, hiking, and camping
- Outer space and astronomy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
- Foundations of Project Management, Google - 3 months
- Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management, Google - 3 months
Timeline
Consultant Archeological Field Technician
Archeoworks Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager
St. George's Golf & Country Club
03.2021 - 09.2021
Laboratory Technician
Engtec Consulting Inc
09.2020 - 02.2021
Customer Service Representative
MedicAlert Foundation Canada
04.2016 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
York University
Certificate - Environmental Science
Toronto Metropolitan University/Chang School of Continuing Education
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