Education
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1985 - 1991
Texas A&M University
B.S., Computer Science
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2007 - 2009
University of Texas at Tyler
B.S., Industrial Technology
Grade: 4.0 Specialized in Surveying and Mapping
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2006 - 2007
Tyler Junior College
Designated Surveying Certificate, Associates Degree, Surveying and Mapping
Grade: 4.0
Experience
- 2024 - Present
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2020 - 2024
Watson Surveying & GIS Services, L.L.C.
President
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2012 - 2020
ELS Surveying & Mapping, Inc.
Registered Professional Land Surveyor
I create geographical information systems based on pipeline surveys. I also write application programs for GIS. I\’m currently trying to master the Python programming language.
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2009 - 2012
ELS Surveying & Mapping, Inc.
Surveyor in Training
I manage projects for oil and gas surveys. I also maintain and troubleshoot GPS equipment. I am the GIS technician which involves creating specialized datasets for which the clients request. Sometimes this involves application programming for requested data such as inspector reports.
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2007 - 2009
ELS Surveying & Mapping, Inc.
Office Tech
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1997 - 2006
Polk Central Appraisal District
G.I.S. Technician and Systems Manager
I created and maintained a GIS for mapping involving land ownership. I also operated an AS/400 as well as maintained personal computers in the office.