Brock Sadler - Environmental Technician

Professional Summary

Before joining EAS in 2010, Brock supervised and performed a number of large-scale complex projects for the Portland Public School District, including tracking, storing, and maintaining student work samples. He also coordinated and supervised the Art programs for three schools following the Oregon State Standards and the requirements of state-mandated highly qualified teachers assuring those quality guidelines. At EAS, Brock participates in field sampling and data collection campaigns, reviews chain of custody records, performs data QA reviews and uploads pertinent sample data. Brock has excellent interpersonal skills when supervising team members, coordinating with other agencies, and communicating with clients.

Areas of Specialization

  • Field sample collections
  • Rapid sample accessioning processes
  • Management and inventory of supplies
  • Procurement of large quantities of supplies from a wide variety of different sources
  • Developing instructions and providing training following strict standards
  • Organizing and supervising staff
  • Excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving, and teamwork
  • Client/Customer relations
  • Proficient in Google Sketch Up, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Internet tools

Relevant Work Experience

Brock was a member of the EAS team supporting NOAA’s effort to conduct field surveys and collect samples to assess the damage to natural resources resulting from the MC252 Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. For the NOAA/Natural Resource Damage Assessment, EAS scientists and specialists conducted sampling and sample receiving, accessioning, and shipping, and performed field data reviews and uploads. Brock participated in NOAA sampling cruises involving water and sediment characterizations and assisted with preparation of training protocols, developing procedures, and data management.

Education/Training

  • Teaching Certificate, Bachelors in Fine Art, University of Montana, 2000
  • Pursuing Masters degree in Education at Portland State University
  • Bloodborne pathogens certified training
  • CPR/First Aid
  • CPS/Training certified
  • 40-hr Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certified