Omid Arzili
Granada Hills
Summary
Experienced Mid-Level Geologist with a proven track record of conducting comprehensive environmental risk assessments and site remediation's. Graduated from California State University, Northridge with a degree in geology, I am committed to advancing my career and continuously enhancing my expertise as a geologist. Over two years of expertise at GSI Environmental, specializing in soil and groundwater sampling, subsurface drilling, and soil lithology analysis. Skilled in executing complex remediation projects, including groundwater injections and soil excavations. Adept at analyzing laboratory data and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective environmental solutions. Adept at ensuring compliance with environmental, city, and county regulations to minimize the possibility of any violations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Geologist
GSI Environmental
2022.07 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive environmental risk assessments at various sites across Greater Los Angeles County, Orange County, and San Bernardino County.
- Collected and analyzed soil and groundwater samples to determine contamination levels and environmental impact, based on residential and commercial
- Performed subsurface drilling and tracked soil lithology to assess geological formations.
- Executed site remediation's, including groundwater injections and soil excavations, ranging from shallow to deep levels.
- Managed and coordinated soil excavation projects to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Tabulated and interpreted laboratory data from collected samples to inform risk assessments and remediation strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective environmental solutions and ensure project success.
- Provided detailed reports and presentations to clients, showcasing findings and recommended actions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Obtained excellent technical communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Research Assistant
CSUN
2019.12 - 2022.04
- Planned and executed various research techniques, procedures and tests for U-Pb zircon dating of low to mid-crustal rocks focusing on growth of continental lithosphere during the Phanerozoic
- Collected research data through experiments conducted in a heavy machinery lab, a fume hood lab, and a microscope lab
- Microscopes include SEM, XRF, XRD, and IC-PMS
- Recorded clean and organized experimental notes, findings, and questions in laboratory notebook to analyze and interpret findings to ultimately resolve questions
- Worked collaboratively with our research team to investigate, identify, and coordinate data results, errors, and deviations from standards.
Research Internship
Southern California Earthquake Center
2021.06 - 2021.12
- This SCEC internship allowed me to learn and practice numerous old and new field methods of collecting field data, interpreting and creating geologic maps, and logging detailed notes into a field notebook
- 20 hours of field experience obtained through summer internship, most was spent conducting experiments in the lab and analyzing the results
- We were collecting lower-crustal granulite facies metamorphic rocks from the South-Eastern San Gabriels to conduct U-Pb radiometric dating techniques to understand the timing of shear deformation
- Met weekly with an internship cohort & advisor and collaboratively discussed project updates, positives and negatives, and future goals.
Ebar Barista
Nordstrom
2016.01 - 2019.06
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service
- Engendered customer loyalty by remembering personal preferences and allergy information
- Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
Food and Beverage Server
Hilton
2013.01 - 2016.05
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
CSUN
Northridge, CA06.2022
Associate of Science - Geology
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA06.2019
Skills
- Technical written and verbal communication
- Proficient in field work related activities.
- Data Collection
- Data Tabulation
- Characterizing geologic soil formations
- Data Entry
- Report writing
- Characterizing sediment
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
Personal Information
Title: Geologist
Timeline
Environmental Geologist
GSI Environmental
2022.07 - Current
Research Internship
Southern California Earthquake Center
2021.06 - 2021.12
Research Assistant
CSUN
2019.12 - 2022.04
Ebar Barista
Nordstrom
2016.01 - 2019.06
Food and Beverage Server
Hilton
2013.01 - 2016.05
Bachelor of Science - Geology
CSUN
Associate of Science - Geology
Pasadena City College
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