- Environmental Stewardship
- Environmental Conservation Projects
- Wilderness and nature photography
- Annual 5 - 7 day family canoe trips in the interior of Algonquin Provincial Park
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking, lake skating, and swimming
- Rock Climbing
- Playing musical instruments such as guitar, ukulele, and piano
Sarah Hammer
Seguin
Summary
Experienced environmental professional with a deep connection to the outdoors. Strong background in fieldwork, environmental sampling, and data analysis. Known for reliability, adaptability, and collaborative approach to achieving goals. Skilled in environmental assessment, water testing, and report preparation, with focus on team success and result-driven outcomes.
I am a hard-working, self-motivated individual that works well alone, or in teams. I am fun, focused, and I find satisfaction in getting things done well. I believe the combination of my experience in the field, as well as my interests, attitude and outdoor lifestyle make me the ideal candidate for the Lands & Waters Field Technician position.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental Water Quality Technician
Seguin Township
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted spring/ summer lake water quality testing including: Secchi depth, Dissolved oxygen and temperature profiles, and sample collections for phosphorus, Dissolved organic carbon and Major ion concentrations.
- Worked with GIS mapping systems and GPS technologies, as well as Microsoft software.
- Successfully maneuvered and paddled a canoe to approximately 100 testing sites per season, while practicing proper water safety.
- Educated community members about local water quality and environmental issues through presentations at schools, town halls, and council meetings
- Coordinated with external laboratories for specialized testing services, ensuring proper assessments of each water quality parameter.
- Worked with a team to remove invasive species, such as Phragmites and Purple loosestrife.
- Conducted Benthic Monitoring Studies, as per the standards of the Ontario Benthos Biomonitoring Network.
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmasave
09.2022 - Current
- Entering new prescriptions and billing information on Kroll computer software
- Completing and filing patient documents, updating records in the system with insurance carriers and accurate patient information
- Filling prescriptions to the standards and needs of patients, and assisting with the needs of the pharmacists and technicians
- Managing inventories, rotating stock, removing expired or damaged drug products and resolving discrepancies in drug counts
Pharmacy Assistant
IDA Pharmacy
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Entering new prescriptions and billing information on Kroll and Nexsys softwares
- Working collaboratively with pharmacy staff and medical teams
- Organizing prescriptions and medications accordingly
- Handling all customer interactions, and operating the cash register
Cashier and Takeout Server
Crossroads Restaurant
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Organizing takeout orders, and running the cash register
- Coordinating with all restaurant staff to ensure orders were made correctly
Bakery Department Employee
Dean's Valu-Mart
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Baking and packaging food, and assisting customers as needed
- Working as part of a team with the other staff on tasks such as cleaning and stocking
Education
Honours Bachelor of Arts And Science -
Lakehead-Georgian
Barrie, ON04-2028
High School Diploma -
FE Madill Secondary School
Wingham, ON06-2022
Skills
- Water Quality Sampling techniques
- Environmental assessments
- Data interpretation
- Report writing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Certifications from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
- Psychological Health and Safety Awareness
- Being a Mindful Employee: An Orientation to Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace
- Climate Change: Workplace Impacts
- Considerations for Work-Related Travel
- Previous WHMIS and First Aid certifications
- Valid Class G Ontario Drivers Liscence
- Canadian Coast Guard Approved Pleasure Craft Operator Card
Interests
Timeline
Environmental Water Quality Technician
Seguin Township
05.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmasave
09.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Assistant
IDA Pharmacy
09.2021 - 05.2022
Cashier and Takeout Server
Crossroads Restaurant
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bakery Department Employee
Dean's Valu-Mart
10.2020 - 02.2021
Honours Bachelor of Arts And Science -
Lakehead-Georgian
High School Diploma -
FE Madill Secondary School
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