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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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PAYTON KUZMA

Edmonton,Canada

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to safety, quality, and process improvement. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I appreciate being surrounded by like-minded colleagues and value both collaborative and independent tasks. Having gained a great deal of experience in my current jobs but look forward to transferring it to future career.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Chemistry Technician

Trans Mountain
06.2023 - Current
  • Develop and implemented on site methods to test a variety of water properties (Iron level, turbidity, TSS) as part of the dewatering program for the Trans Mountain pipeline
  • Train field personnel to collect samples and ensure accurate sample handling and documentation while maintaining proper safety precautions
  • Tracked experimental results, coordinated data reviews and produced detailed reports

Chemistry Technician

Element Environmental Testing
11.2020 - Current
  • Preparation and analysis of heavy metals in environmental samples by way of ICP-MS.
  • Conduct regular calibration, verification, and maintenance of analytical instruments, ensuring all systems are within operational specifications.
  • Participate in continuous safety and quality improvement programs such as 5S, contributing to the development of best practices.

Security

Commonwealth Stadium
04.2017 - 09.2021
  • Completed vulnerability scans to identify at-risk systems and remediate issues
  • Led safety training for employees, providing best practices and techniques to use in dangerous situations
  • Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards

Education

Bachelor of Science - Major-Biological Studies

University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
04-2020

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Method Development and Validation
  • Trouble Shooting Analytical Instruments
  • Wet Analysis and Wet Chemistry
  • EH&S Compliance & Safety Protocols
  • Adaptability
  • LIMS

Certification

  • Standard First Aid - Level C, CPR/AED, St.John's Ambulance, Edmonton, AB, 2022-2025
  • H2S Safety and Awareness, Banister & TMEP, 2023-2024
  • 5S Workplace Organization Specialist - Element Academy 2024

Accomplishments

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to work in a plant environment, with flexibility to work at elevated heights and use PPE and safety equipment.
  • Available to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

Timeline

Lead Chemistry Technician

Trans Mountain
06.2023 - Current

Chemistry Technician

Element Environmental Testing
11.2020 - Current

Security

Commonwealth Stadium
04.2017 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Major-Biological Studies

University of Alberta
PAYTON KUZMA