William Boness
WORTHINGTON,Pennsylvania
Summary
Individual with hands-on experience in equipment operation, water treatment plants, and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Water and Wastewater Operator
Worthington/West Franklin Joint Municipal Authority
Worthington, PA
11.2022 - Current
- Run and operate two water plants and one wastewater plant, run distribution system, read meters, leak detection, answer one calls.
Year around camp caretaker
Maranatha Youth Ranch
Worthington, PA
06.2017 - 01.2025
- Grounds keeper (mowing, trimming, tree pruning, fall leaf removal, ditch cleaning, grading of driveway.) ,maintenance of buildings, winterizing of buildings.
Lawn and Landscape business owner
Boness Lawn & Landscape
Worthington, PA
05.2019 - 01.2023
- Mowing, trimming, hedge trimming, mulching, edging, pruning, spring and fall clean up, storm clean up, equipment maintainence.
Warehouse laborer and truck delivery driver
H.P. Starr Lumber
Valencia, PA
10.2011 - 05.2019
- Stocking shelves, shipping and receiving, filling customer orders, order delivery, operated forklift and backhoe, and snow plowing. Left position due to starting of own business.
Machine Operator
Reynolds Food Packaging
Grove City, PA
01.2006 - 05.2011
- Operated overhead crane, forklift, maintained and operated a variety production machinery on the foil line and within the plastics department. Left position due to plant closure.
Landscape Laborer
GroWay Landscaping
Franklin, PA
07.2005 - 12.2005
- Duties included grounds maintenance, tree and hedge trimming, installation and maintenance of ponds, general lawn care, operated snow plow. Left to accept employment at Reynolds Food Packaging.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lyons and Hohl, Inc.
Honeybrook, PA
08.2004 - 04.2005
- Duties included operation of articulating dump truck, rollers, and excavators, as well as pipeline labor duties (installation of water and sewage lines). Left to relocate to Venango County.
Education
Water Operator Certification Class -
PA Rural Water
New Kensington, PA07-2025
High School - undefined
Hamburg High School
Hamburg, PA06-2004
Heavy Equipment Operation Certification - undefined
Lehigh Career and Technical institute
Schnecksville, PA01-2004
Skills
- Flow meter monitoring
- Pump stations
- Valve operation
- Water quality
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Chlorination systems
- Chemical feed system operation
- Operational data management
- Filter maintenance
- Safety procedures
- System monitoring
- Flow measurement
- Backflow prevention
- EPA standards
- Chemical handling
- Confined space entry
- Dissolved oxygen meters
- Chemical analysis
- Community relations
- SWPPP compliance
- Hazardous materials
- Instrument Calibration
- Public health
- Water sampling
- Wastewater treatment
- Activated sludge process
- Ultraviolet disinfection
- Laboratory analysis
- Septage receiving
- Water quality testing
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Sample collecting
- Multitasking
- Water distribution
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Analyzing water quality
- Documentation skills
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Analytical thinking
- Public health knowledge
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Water and Wastewater Operator
Worthington/West Franklin Joint Municipal Authority
11.2022 - Current
Lawn and Landscape business owner
Boness Lawn & Landscape
05.2019 - 01.2023
Year around camp caretaker
Maranatha Youth Ranch
06.2017 - 01.2025
Warehouse laborer and truck delivery driver
H.P. Starr Lumber
10.2011 - 05.2019
Machine Operator
Reynolds Food Packaging
01.2006 - 05.2011
Landscape Laborer
GroWay Landscaping
07.2005 - 12.2005
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lyons and Hohl, Inc.
08.2004 - 04.2005
High School - undefined
Hamburg High School
Heavy Equipment Operation Certification - undefined
Lehigh Career and Technical institute
Water Operator Certification Class -
PA Rural Water