Cooper O'Rourke

05/2022 – Present

University of Windsor

Research Assistant

• Process and rectify images from Coastie to map coastal change
• Use programs such as “ArcGIS Pro” and “Pix4D” for data processing
• Help collect sonar data offshore of multiple beaches at Point Pelee National Park

05/2022 – Present

University of Windsor

Glasshouse Geospatial Group

• Determine the change in spatial distribution of greenhouses in the Windsor-Essex region over a 20-year period (2000-2021)
• Develop a geodatabase using GIS software such as “ArcGIS Pro”
• Track the growth in acreage of the greenhouses to help address specific environmental and economic questions
• Digitize and update relevant information/ data related to each greenhouse

09/2018 – Present

Acali Place Marina

Lead Dockhand

• Maintain marina property
• Construct and repair docks and boardwalks
• Move and park boats ranging from 16 to 62 feet
• Repair, maintain, and install, boat systems including fuel, engine, plumbing, and steering systems
• Operate 40-ton hydraulic travel lift and 25-ton hydraulic trailer to launch and haul boats
• Operate off-road forklift and backhoe to move equipment and trailers around property
• Train and supervise new staff members

09/2019 - Present

University of Windsor

Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Honours) Concentration in Resource Management

2020

Georgian College

Marina Operator Safe Lifting

2016

Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operators’ Card