Dwight Montrose

Background

About Dwight Montrose

Diverse background spanning geology, environmental compliance, aerospace systems, and military aircraft maintenance. Currently completing a degree in Geology after earning a B.S. in Biology with a minor focused on GIS. Licensed Water Operator (T1 D1) with 3 years of regulatory experience enforcing the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) in a public health setting. I bring 15 years of hands-on experience in aerospace electrical testing and 10 years in military aircraft maintenance, supported by an FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license. My cross-disciplinary background uniquely positions me to tackle challenges in environmental science, regulatory compliance, and technical operations. I’m currently seeking opportunities where I can apply my geological knowledge, regulatory insight, and technical acumen to projects involving water resources, environmental monitoring, or GIS-based analysis. Experience: Environmental Health Specialist (Water Program) Local Health Department Dates: 2022-Current Enforced SDWA regulations for public water systems. Performed sanitary surveys, reviewed monitoring data, and educated system operators. Reviewed NPDES permits and conducted source water PSOC inventories for technical reports Ensured compliance with federal and state water quality standards. Aerospace Electrical Test Technician Aerospace Manufacturer / Contractor Dates: 2008-2022 Conducted functional and diagnostic tests on complex aerospace electrical systems. Calibrated, Troubleshot, repaired and tested various linear accelerometers Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot, verify, and validate systems before deployment. Supported both development and production programs. Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Military) Branch of Service U.S. Air Force Dates: 1998-2008 Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on military aircraft systems. Specializing as a turbo-propulsion craftsman on the C-130 aircraft Diagnosed electrical and mechanical issues in high-pressure environments. Trained and mentored junior maintenance personnel. Education: University of Arkansas at Littlerock B.S. in Biology, Minor in Geology 2022 B.S. in Geology (In Progress) Completed coursework in GIS, mineralogy, and metamorphic petrology Developing skills in spatial analysis and geologic field methods Licenses & Certifications: Licensed Water Operator – T1 D1, FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License