Adam Lynn
Germansville
Summary
Plant Operations Manager with practical knowledge in overseeing daily operations, enhancing treatment processes, and improving overall plant efficiency. Possess strong leadership skills, with emphasis on team management, equipment maintenance, and plant operations. Demonstrated capability to implement operational improvements that enhance productivity and safety for everyone. Notable for driving growth through strategic planning and execution of key projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Suburban Plant Operations Manager
Lehigh County Authority
01.2021 - Current
- Manage daily operations of water and wastewater treatment facilities, and infrastructure.
- Manage daily maintenance operations of all facilities.
- Coordinate with engineering teams to develop new processes for better quality assurance.
- Conduct regular inspections of the facility to ensure a safe working environment.
- Ensure all regulatory permit requirements are met.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective project delivery.
- Develop budgets and manage contracts, purchases, and inventory systems to maintain cost-effectiveness of the department.
- Develop a highly skilled and engaged workforces for all Suburban Division plant operations and maintenance functions, including ensuring effective and positive labor relations.
- technical skills including reporting, SCADA, GIS, and CMMS
Suburban Wastewater Treatment Plant Foreman
Lehigh County Authority
Allentown
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for ongoing projects and repairs.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on upgrades to enhance plant efficiency and performance.
- Conducted inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and safety issues.
- Supervised employees and day-to-day processes of plant.
- Coordinated with the compliance department on regulatory sampling.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Schedule and perform maintenance tasks for plant staff using CMMS software.
- Supervised daily operations of water treatment processes and maintenance activities.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for machinery and equipment reliability.
- I communicate with DEP on inspections and potential issues that could arise with the treatment plants.
Operations Technician
Lehigh County Authority
Allentown
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Painting and maintaining fire hydrants.
- Obtained my Class A CDL with the required endorsements.
- Completed training for water system operations and maintenance.
- I performed all jobs pertaining to the distribution system.
- I worked between the collections and distribution systems.
- When in the department, I was NASSCO certified for CCTV inspection.
- In 2013, I transitioned into the operations and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and disruptions.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PASome College (No Degree) - Wastewater Treatment Operators License
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PASkills
- PADEP wastewater certification
- PADEP water certification
- Confined space certified
- First aid and CPR certified
- Class A CDL
- Maintenance master, Manufacturers Resource Center
- Managerial Masterclass course: Compass Point Family Business Consultant
- Advanced leadership training program- Public Utility and Waterworks Institute
Affiliations
- Community out reach team member. We volunteer at local schools and community out reach events to teach youth about the water, wastewater and how they can affect the environment.
- Attend AWWA ACE national conference since 2024.
Certification
- PADEP water license- A,E,7,8,9,12
- PADEP wastewater license- B,E,1,4
- Class A CDL
Accomplishments
- Awarded Plant Operations Manager Position.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Suburban Plant Operations Manager
Lehigh County Authority
01.2021 - Current
Suburban Wastewater Treatment Plant Foreman
Lehigh County Authority
01.2015 - 01.2021
Operations Technician
Lehigh County Authority
01.2011 - 01.2015
Some College (No Degree) -
Slippery Rock University
Some College (No Degree) - Wastewater Treatment Operators License
Reading Area Community College
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