TIMOTHY O'DONNELL

Denver, Co 80204 Cell: 720-232-3905 : tno08@msn.com

Summary
Highly loyal, detail oriented, and motivated professional with twenty years of expertise in analytical chemistry with vast experience in GC, GC/MS, HPLC, LC/MS analysis and instrumentation.

Highlights
Knowledgeable in numerous environmental methodologies Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry Liquid Chromatography Results oriented - focused on productive and high-yield activities Instrument refurbishments Methodical approach to instrument maintenance and troubleshooting Extensive Chemstation, Target experience High integrity, diligent and conscientious Reliable and dependable in meeting objectiveshard-working

Experience
Service Technician January 2011 to January 2013 ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENT RECYCLE Golden, CO Performed full refurbishment of used analytical instrumentation for a wide variety of clients including universities, medical facilities, municipalities, environmental and life science corporations. Successfully executed installation, familiarization, and technical support for completely refurbished analytical systems. Intimately familiar with 5890 Series II, 6890,7890 gas chromatograph mainframes, main boards, power supplies, inlets, and detectors. Extensive experience in rebuilding, maintaining and operating 5971/72/73/75 MSD analyzers, power supplies, electronic and vacuum systems. Proficient in repair, assembly, and operation of full Agilent 1100 HPLC systems and their varied modules. Provided service, repair, and incorporation of Agilent, Archon, Gerstel, and Tekmar autosamplers with various analytical setups. Configured and synchronized multiple Agilent instruments and associated software packages with Windows XP, NT, and Windows 2000 operating systems via GPIB or LAN communication. Successfully conducted phone and on-site support to clients on technical issues, instrument maintenance and repair, data system communication issues, method development and best laboratory practice. GC/MS, LC/MS Chemist October 1998 to January 2011 TESTAMERICA DENVER Arvada, CO Accountable for the high volume of sample analysis for perchlorate in multiple matrices with use of Dionex Ion Chromatography coupled with Waters/ Micromass tandem quadrupole mass spectrometry systems. Thoroughly versed in tandem mass spectrometry analysis of explosives and herbicides by SW-846 Method 8321A using Waters/ Micromass LC/MS/MS systems. Successfully provided quick turn results for NDMA by gas chromatography chemical ionization tandem mass spectrometry (Varian 3400) using EPA method 1625. Held leadership role in GC/MS Semi-volatile group accountable for semi- volatile organic compound analysis in various matrices using EPA methods 8270C/625 and AFCEE 3.1. Instrumental player employing method improvement for analysis of polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons using selective ion monitoring (SIM). Conferred with project managers and QA/QC personnel to ensure client specific needs and overall data integrity. Played a vital role in the training and assistance of new and current laboratory staff. Exhibited strong multi-tasking skills by incorporating data review, standard preparation, purchase and monitoring of lab supplies, and maintaining laboratory inventory on top of meeting daily analytical instrument production.

GC/MS Chemist April 1998 to October 1998 GENERAL ENGINEERING LABORATORIES Charleston, SC Responsible for GC/MS analysis for volatile organic compounds on soil, water and waste samples using EPA methods 8260B/624. Tested for volatile organics in air samples collected in SUMMA canisters by EPA Method TO- 14. Chemist, GC/MS Supervisor January 1991 to March 1998 ROSS ANALYTICAL SERVICES Strongsville, OH Duties included daily supervision of all GC/MS laboratory staff, sample analysis, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. Performed GC/MS analysis for volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds on soil, water and waste samples using appropriate CLP and EPA 500/600/8000 series methods. Conducted volatile analysis of air samples collected in SUMMA canisters and Tedlar bags by EPA Method TO-14.

Education
Bachelor of Science : Chemistry The University of Akron Akron, Ohio, USA