Luke Hodgson

Luke Hodgson has a diverse work experience, showcasing their skills in engineering, rescue operations, and research. Luke started their professional career as a Lifeguard, Swimming Instructor, and Supervisor at Sackville Sports Stadium from 2009 to 2016. During this time, they provided emergency first aid care, conducted swimming lessons, and effectively communicated with patrons.

In 2014, Luke worked as a Student Research Assistant at Nova Scotia Health Authority where they conducted research on brain tumors and subarachnoid hemorrhages. Luke contributed to the completion of a medical research paper and created a database of patients.

Luke also gained experience in chemical engineering through internships. Luke worked as a Chemical Engineering Intern at HFI Pyrotechnics Inc. in 2016, performing quality control tests and root cause analysis studies. In 2018, they served as a Process/Chemical Engineering Co-op Student at Teck Resources Limited. During their time there, they managed a project to suppress fugitive coal dust and performed sample analysis studies.

Luke's interest in rescue and safety operations led him to work with the Canadian Coast Guard/Garde côtière canadienne. Luke served as an Inshore Rescue Boat Crew Member in 2015, providing first aid care and boating safety education. In 2017 and 2019, they worked as an Inshore Rescue Boat Coxswain, managing a boat crew, providing training opportunities, and ensuring maximum safety for patrons on the water.

Most recently, Luke has been employed at ABK Biomedical Inc. since 2019. Luke initially worked as a Manufacturing Team Member and later transitioned into the role of Engineering Associate in April 2021.

Overall, Luke Hodgson's work experience demonstrates their versatility, adaptability, and strong skills in engineering, research, and rescue operations.

Luke Hodgson completed their education at two different institutions. From 2012 to 2014, they attended Mount Allison University and obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree with a specialization in Chemistry. Following this, they enrolled at Dalhousie University from 2014 to 2019, where they pursued a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Chemical Engineering with a Co-operative Education focus.

In addition to their academic qualifications, Luke Hodgson has also obtained several certifications. In January 2020, they completed the "Fire Safety: The Basics" and "Personal Protective Equipment: The Basics" courses from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. In December 2019, they obtained the "WHMIS 2015 for Workers" certification from the same institution. Furthermore, Luke Hodgson holds the "Restricted Operator's Certificate (Maritime Commercial) - ROC-MC" from Industry Canada since June 2017, and the "Occupational Health and Safety for Managers and Supervisors" certification from Fisheries and Oceans Canada since May 2017.

Luke Hodgson has additional certifications related to maritime activities, including the "Rigid Hull Inflatable Operator Training," "Small Non-Pleasure Vessel Basic Safety (MED A3)," and "Small Vessel Operator Proficiency" certifications obtained in May 2015 from the Canadian Coast Guard/Garde côtière canadienne and Transport Canada - Transports Canada.

Other certifications attained by Luke Hodgson include the "Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans Course on Research Ethics (TCPS 2: CORE)" from the Panel on Research Ethics obtained in May 2014, the "Restricted Operator's Certificate (Maritime)" from the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons obtained in March 2014, the "Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)" from BOATERexam.com obtained in January 2014, the "Advanced First Responder" certification from St. John Ambulance NS & PEI achieved in May 2019, and the "Standard First Aid and CPR-C/AED" certification from the Nova Scotia Lifesaving Society obtained in April 2019.