Joy De Castro
Resource Management Technician – Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Team
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About
Environmental Science graduate with hands-on field experience in water sampling, aquatic monitoring, field equipment operation, inspection, environmental data collection, quality control, and technical reporting. Experienced following standardized field protocols, documenting observations accurately, using GPS/GIS and Microsoft Excel, and working safely in varied outdoor conditions. Mechanical and field-oriented work experience includes operation of small tools and equipment, routine inspection activities, and identifying discrepancies for follow-up and resolution.
Ready to apply transferable monitoring, sampling, data-quality, safety, and problem-solving skills to ambient air monitoring and environmental compliance work.
Experience
Resource Management Technician – Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Team at Parks Canada (2026-07 – Present)
- Inspect motorized and non-motorized watercrafts for invasive species, standing water, and plant fragments before entry into national park lakes, following established inspection and compliance procedures.
- Collect and accurately record visitor, watercraft movement, origin, and destination information in databases, supporting traceable environmental records and program reporting.
- Communicate aquatic invasive species risks, including zebra mussels and whirling disease, and explain applicable national park compliance policies to visitors.
- Perform field duties in outdoor conditions while maintaining attention to safety, documentation accuracy, and procedural requirements.
Resource Conservation Student at Parks Canada (2025-05 – 2025-08)
- Collect water samples for chlorophyll a, nitrate/nitrite/total Kjeldahl nitrogen, E. coli, and total coliforms testing using established sampling procedures.
- Measure water quality in Clear Lake and outlying lakes using a multiparameter sonde, gaining hands-on experience operating specialized environmental monitoring equipment.
- Collect water samples for environmental DNA detection of veliger zebra mussels using a peristaltic pump, with attention to precise sampling and procedures to prevent sample contamination.
- Assisted with native mussel, waterfowl, chimney swift, barn swallow, bat, bison, and vegetation surveys; recorded field observations and supported accurate environmental data collection.
- Assisted with invasive plant mapping and removal activities, including burdock, caragana, and leafy spurge.
Field Researcher – Native Mussels Survey at Parks Canada (2025-05 – 2025-12)
- Conduct native mussel count surveys using transects, snorkeling, and species identification techniques.
- Collect water quality parameters and record aquatic habitat data using standardized field methods.
- Assist with field data entry, verification, and quality control to support reliable environmental records.
- Contribute to preparation of a technical research report and followed standardized field protocols in varied weather and aquatic conditions.
Person-in-Charge (PIC) at Safeway (2026-05 – 2026-07)
- Handle emergencies, customer/employee incidents, complaints, and personnel supervision while maintaining safe operating practices.
- Identify and correct inventory discrepancies and maintain accurate records.
Floral Clerk at Safeway (2026-01 – 2026-04)
- Maintain plants, process and prepare flower arrangements.
- Maintain proper signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity, quality and proper space allocation for merchandise.
Seasonal Tax Preparer at MNP (2026-02 – 2026-04)
- Prepare complete and accurate personal tax returns, manage multiple files, and investigate discrepancies by communicating issues with managers and engagement partners.
Seasonal Parks Labourer at Town of Neepawa (2023-05 – 2023-08)
- Operate small tools and equipment, including mowers and grass trimmers, for horticulture, urban forestry, park amenities, and cemetery services
- Perform physical outdoor work under varied weather conditions and followed safety requirements, including placement of appropriate traffic signs.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science – Brandon University (2021-09 – 2026-02)
