Jonathan D. Auman, E.I.T.
551 Hudson Terrace, Auburn AL. 36830 | 256.506.3859 | [email protected]
More Information: LinkedIn: Jonathan Auman | ePortfolio: jonauman.weebly.com
Education
Auburn University | Auburn, AL.
Bachelor of Biosystems Engineering | Anticipated Graduation: May 2019
Work Experience
Rental Shop Manager | Auburn Outdoors | 15-20 hours per week May 2018 – Present
• Running administrative and day-to-day operations with professional staff.
• Develop curriculum/training for student hires focusing on safety, working with public, risk
assessment, and professional development.
• Collaborated in development of Auburn Outdoors’ programs.
Trip Leader | Auburn Outdoors January 2018 – Present
• Coordinated two to three multi-day trips per semester requiring effective communication,
group dynamics, team supervision, and environmental stewardship for safe travel through the
outdoors.
• Attained Leave No Trace (LNT) training, encompassing areas of environmental conservation
applying to groups in the backcountry.
Bicycle Technician | Auburn Outdoors | 6-10 hours per week January 2018 – May 2018
• Gained a high level of bicycle demonstration and teaching experience.
• Maintained all mechanical systems on 30+ bicycle fleet.
Rental Center Attendant | Auburn Outdoors | 5-8 hours per week August 2017 – January 2018
• Presented to members proper functionality, intended use, and maintenance of paddle, camp,
hike, climb, and cycle equipment rented through Auburn Outdoors.
• Guided members planning personal trips by discussing proper safety procedures, equipment
needed, health preparations, and related information.
Climbing Wall Supervisor | Auburn Outdoors | 5-8 hours per week August 2017 – January 2018
• Coordinated members on safe and effective use of climbing facility and personal protective
equipment.
• Focused on risk management, customer service, and member safety.
Summer Camp Counselor & Work Crew | Camp McDowell May – August 2015, 2016, & 2017
• Acted as a summer camp counselor for 1 through 12 grade.
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• Harvested crops, cared for livestock, and managed landscape and trail facilities.
• Assisted in the completion of Bethany Village – a sustainable development project dedicated to
creating a completely handicap accessible and energy independent community.
Involvement and Leadership
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) March 2017 – Present
• Trained as a wilderness medicine specialist for high-risk outdoor activities in the backcountry.
The standard certification for outdoor instructors and guides leading extended wilderness
expeditions.
Sustainability Committee Head | Auburn Outdoors May 2018 – Present
• Selected as the sustainability committee head, tasked with assessing environmental impact
caused by Auburn Outdoors and progressing the program in areas of sustainable development.
• Coordinated overall operations and members of the committee and acted as the main point of
communication to professional staff. Directed Auburn Outdoors’ growth in terms of sustainable
development.
• As of Fall 2018, the sustainability committee began developing in other pillars of sustainable
development as well, including: diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Community Gardening June 2018 – Present
• Tended two 15’ x 15’ plots as a member of the Auburn University community garden.
• Installed a timed drip irrigation system to the plots for increased water usage efficiency.
Task Force for the Stewardship of Creation January 2017 – Present
• Liaison for committee on environmental stewardship and protection in the Episcopal Diocese of
Alabama.
Professional Climbing Instructors’ Association (PCIA) August 2017 – Present
• Climbing Wall Instructor with a Lead Climbing endorsement.
• Able to teach fundamental skills to climbing gym members, formation of risk assessment and
management skills and basic problem-solving skills, such as: belay transitions, on-wall coaching,
and assistance techniques.
Youth Department | 2-4 hours per week March 2013 – 2015
• One of eleven elected to represent youth in the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama to form and lead
youth events across Alabama, and act as an intermediate to the larger Church.
Diocesan Representative to EYE Summer of 2014
• One of nine selected in Alabama to be a representative at Episcopal Youth Event – the
worldwide youth conference for the Episcopal Church held every three years.
Sawyerville Day Camp & Foothills Day Camp Summers of 2013, 2014
• Served as a volunteer counselor for children in low income communities during three week-
long summer programs in Hale County, AL and Anniston, AL.
Special Session at Camp McDowell Summers of 2012, 2013, & 2014
• Served as a volunteer counselor caring for mentally and physically handicapped individuals
during a week-long summer program.
Skills
3D Computer-Aided Design
• Designed and tested mechanical products using Fusion 360.
• Formulated various ecological and civil engineering site plans and structures in AutoCAD Civil
3D, including a complete greenhouse irrigation system in Georgia.
Engineering Design
• Designed a water bucket cooling system utilizing household supplies meant to provide a cheap
and easy-to-use cooling device.
• Worked to design a cheap, viable, and alternative water filtration system for communities
lacking sustainable filtration devices.
Certified as a Wilderness First Responder March 2017 – Present
Certified in CPR / AED March 2017 – Present
