Krista Donker

Adaptable, reliable, and highly motivated environmental professional with a commitment to environmental stewardship and public health. Strong communication, time management skills, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Environmental Technician - Niagara Parks Commission - Niagara Falls, Ontario

(2025-05)

• Ecosystem restoration; invasive species control, species at risk (SAR) protection, and shoreline management
• ArcGIS and Survey123 surveying, mapping, and data collection
• Working with chemicals, herbicides, and insecticides under applicable Ministry standards and current legislation
• Operating and maintaining trucks, trailers, chippers, shears, sprayers, and pesticide application equipment
• Working with stewardship reporting to department heads while coordinating with environmental planners of NPC

Environmental Technician - Student - Niagara Parks Commission - Niagara Falls, Ontario

(2024-05 - 2024-10)

• Ecosystem restoration; species at risk (SAR) protection, shoreline management and invasive species control
• Operating trucks, trailers, chippers, shears, sprayers and various tools
• ArcGIS and Survey123 mapping and data collection
• Working with chemicals, HASP's, and SOPs under applicable Ministry standards and current legislation
• Working with forestry and reporting to department heads while coordinating with various branches of NPC

Homeschool educator - Self-employed - Barcelona, Spain / Niagara, Ontario

(2016 - 2022)

• Organized and adapted curriculum with a strong focus on nature based education
• Scheduled and managed daily activities with attention to detail and flexibility
• Educated on the values of emotional intelligence, empathy, diversity, and inclusivity
• Practiced stress management, problem solving, and conflict resolution

Tour Guide/Promotions Assistant - Barcelona vibes - Barcelona, Spain

(2013 - 2015)

• Welcomed clients and conducted them on cultural and historical tours of Barcelona city center
• Provided safe and secure hospitality experience including local health and wellness support and services
• Navigated and organized efficient transportation and orientation for clients in and around the city
• Engaged with the public to secure clientele

Environmental Technician - Field and Laboratory - Niagara College (2023 - 2026)

Castellano / Spanish - Spanish Language - Escuela Oficial d'Idiomas (2011 - 2011)