Olivia Okress
Denver
Summary
Motivated individual with strong observational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Brings reliability, initiative, and a willingness to learn to new challenges. Eager to contribute to team success and support operational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Technician/Dog Hiker
Hike Doggie
Denver, CO
09.2023 - Current
- Conduct daily 2-hour field excursions in varied trail environments , managing multiple dogs while maintaining strict safety, situational awareness, and route planning.
- Collect visual field data (50-70 high-quality images per outing) and produce detailed daily reports documenting behavior, environmental conditions, and notable observations.
- Apply strong observational skills to assess animal behavior, group dynamics, and environmental stressors, producing formal behavioral evaluations.
- Maintain compliance with safety protocols, including first aid preparedness and emergency response readiness in remote settings.
- Operate and inspect the company vehicle (Ford Transit van) to support safe and efficient field logistics and transport.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and team members, deliver timely updates and incident reporting.
- Train and mentor new staff on field safety procedures, dog handling, and operational workflows.
- Maintain field equipment (leashes, harnesses, transport gear) to ensure reliability and safety in outdoor conditions.
- Support public-facing outreach efforts through participation and social media content creation.
Vector Control Technician
Canton City Public Health
Canton, OH
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Responsible for conducting a variety of public health field office duties under the supervision of a Registered Sanitarian, or other supervisory staff at the department.
- Duties may include the inspection of facilities, responding to complaints, investigation of mosquito and rodent complaints, sample collection of mosquitoes, application of pesticides for control of mosquito and animal vectors, research, and office duties
- Conduct rodent, mosquito, and vector control needs assessments by surveying public and private property including application of pesticides.
- Record data on appropriate form/log and prepare basic correspondence, memos, and reports.
- assist in nuisance cleanup and recycling center operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organismal Biology And Environmental Ecology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2023
Skills
- Field operations
- Workplace safety
- Professional communication
- Data collection
Timeline
Field Technician/Dog Hiker
Hike Doggie
09.2023 - Current
Vector Control Technician
Canton City Public Health
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Organismal Biology And Environmental Ecology
The Ohio State University