ROBERT B. HOPKINS
ENVIRONMENTAL FIELD STUDIES SUPPORT, CAD TECHNICIAN
Gartley & Dorsky Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
With a diverse background and interest in civil and environmental engineering support, as well as academic training in geology, Rob contributes practical insight with excellent attention to detail both in the field and in the office. His professional and personal interests in environmental studies keep him abreast of current regulations and field techniques.
SKILLS PROFILE
v Production of Site Plans for wetland mapping, vernal pool identification and medium and high intensity soil surveys.
v Development of permit and construction drawing sets for civil engineering projects, including roadway design and commercial site design.
v Structural engineering CAD support including framing plans, detailing and shop drawing review.
v Soil Science – Field and CAD support for medium and high intensity soil mapping
v Wetland Science – Field and CAD support for wetland delineation, classification, and mapping
v Vernal Pools – Field and CAD support for vernal pool identification and mapping
v Site Evaluation - Subsurface wastewater disposal design (residential and commercial) CAD support
EDUCATION
v B.S., Geology, St. Lawrence University, Canton, New York, 1994
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Gartley & Dorsky Engineering & Surveying, Inc., Camden, Maine, 2005-Present
Environmental Field Studies Support and Engineering Technician: Works directly with soil scientist providing field assistance and CAD drafting support. Field responsibilities include gathering biological and spatial data for the identification of wetlands, vernal pools and other geographic features. Provides assistance with medium and high intensity soil surveys. Develops CAD plans and details for environmental assessments and a wide range of civil and structural engineering projects.
Bourne Consulting Engineering, Franklin, Massachusetts, 2002-2005
Engineering Technician: Conducted topographic and hydrographic surveys; reduced data into site plans and terrain models. Primary responsibility was drafting site plans, permit plans, and construction plans for waterfront-related civil and structural engineering projects in the private and public sectors. Performed volume calculations in order to determine proposed and pay volumes for dredge projects. Adapted technical drawings for public presentations, proposals, and reports.
Penney Engineering, Inc., Mansfield, Massachusetts, 2001-2002
Engineering Technician: Collected soil and groundwater samples, conducted file reviews at public offices, and assisted with environmental property assessments. Operated groundwater treatment systems and assisted with their fabrication and installation. Conducted limited surveys of site features and drafted site plans and mechanical equipment layouts.
Jackson Landscape Services, Camden, Maine, 1996-2001
Foreman: Drafted plans and perspective drawings detailing proposed landscape construction. Responsible for crew, live plant materials, and overall job quality.
59B Union Street P.O. Box 1031 Camden, ME 04843-1031 Ph (207) 236-4365 Fax (207) 236-3055 www.gartleydorsky.com