Bobby Brasuell
Beaumont,USA
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in [Area of expertise] 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
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water/Wastewater Utility Work
Dr. DooDoo OSSF Maintenance Services
06.2019 - Current
- Operated and maintained water treatment equipment ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
- Conducted routine water quality tests to monitor pH levels, turbidity, and contaminants.
- Implemented maintenance schedules for pumps, valves, and chemical feed systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed treatment data to identify trends and recommend adjustments for optimal water quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Enhanced water treatment efficiency by optimizing plant operations and conducting routine maintenance.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Operated and monitored wastewater treatment processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Established and managed operational processes to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Developed strategic marketing initiatives to expand brand visibility and drive sales growth.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring accurate budgeting and effective cost control measures.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
CITY OF ANAHUAC, TX
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with team members to optimize treatment protocols, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior operators on safety procedures and equipment handling best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced water quality output and reduced operational costs.
- Led emergency response efforts during system failures, ensuring swift restoration of services.
- Analyzed data from treatment systems, making recommendations for adjustments to improve performance metrics.
- Developed training materials for staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and safety compliance.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Managed chemical inventory levels, liaising with suppliers to maintain adequate stock for uninterrupted plant operations.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on water-treatment plant equipment to reduce downtime.
- Monitored water quality and adjusted chemical dosages to meet regulatory standards.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to plant operations.
- Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of supplies while maintaining an optimal inventory level.
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
GULF UTILITY SERVICE, INC.
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with management on process improvements to optimize treatment processes and reduce downtime.
- Oversaw daily operations of the facility, ensuring adherence to state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Led troubleshooting initiatives for system malfunctions, developing solutions that minimized service interruptions.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Interpreted data to identify trends and address problems.
- Conducted regular inspections to enforce compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Utilized SCADA systems to monitor and control plant operations.
- Improved overall water quality by monitoring key parameters, adjusting treatment processes, and managing chemical dosages.
- Increased equipment lifespan through diligent preventative maintenance and timely repairs of machinery.
- Implemented emergency response procedures during critical events, ensuring the safety of personnel and minimizing environmental impact.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
- Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to plant operations.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
CAROTEX, INC.
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Monitored treatment processes, adjusting chemical dosages to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment, identifying and resolving potential issues proactively.
- Responded to emergency situations effectively, minimizing downtime and maintaining service continuity.
- Prepared detailed reports on treatment operations, presenting findings to management for strategy development.
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical usage, and equipment usage as required by TCEQ.
- Ensured proper handling of biosolids produced from treatment processes, coordinating with disposal facilities for appropriate transportation and disposal methods.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and ensure the ongoing reliability of critical systems.
Wastewater Operator (Class 'C')
SOUTHWEST SHIPYARDS, L.P.
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Performed analytical tests to maintain plant within permit limits (phenol, pH, D.O., COD, ammonia, TKN, settleable solids), lawn maintenance, repaired pumps and motors, troubleshooting process problems, communicated progress and shortfalls to supervisor, kept written logs of daily activities.
Analyst
EARTH ANALYTICAL SCIENCES, INC.
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Established proficiency in various wet chemistry techniques such as titration, extraction, distillation, crystallization, filtration, evaporation, chromatography, gravimetric analysis, electrochemistry, and spectrophotometry.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall laboratory performance and productivity.
- Increased sample throughput without sacrificing accuracy, utilizing a combination of manual titrations and automated instrumentation.
- Reduced error rates for chemical analysis through rigorous quality control measures and meticulous attention to detail.
- Optimized testing processes by regularly calibrating and maintaining analytical equipment, ensuring accurate results.
- Calibrated and maintained laboratory spectrometers and chromatographs.
- Examined inoperative or malfunctioning production equipment to diagnose source of trouble.
Lawn Service, Pressure Washing, Handyman
BOB-OF-ALL-TRADES
11.2011 - 12.2013
- General labor
- Mowed lawns
- Mionor plumbing
- Electrical Repairs
Microbiology Prep Lab Assistant
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Prepared various culture media and nutrient broths for inoculation with requested microbes. Utilized aseptic technique. Assisted students with microscopy and general questions. Photocopied and proctored exams for faculty and staff. Certified driver for Lamar. Maintained the taxidermy collection and greenhouse for the biology department.
- ACADEMIC:
Lawn Maintenance
CREEL INVESTMENTS, INC.
03.2011 - 10.2011
- Maintained various properties: cutting, trimming, edging, blowing, pruning, pressure washing, etc.
Waiter
GOLDEN CORRAL
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Responsible for customer satisfaction. Closing duties: cleaning, restocking, etc.
Delivery Driver and Entertainer
ANYTHING IN A BASKET
04.1993 - 08.2004
- Seasonal and part time driver, entertainer, and customer service. Dressed-up in various costumes and performed. Male dancer for bachelorette parties, birthdays, etc.
Duct Installer/Fabricator
WAYNCO
08.2000 - 01.2001
- HVAC sheet-metal duct installer, insulator, and fabricator. Commercial, industrial, and marine applications. Operated man-lifts and forktrucks. Can read blue-prints.
Duct Installer/Fabricator
SHEET-METAL SPECIALISTS
04.1995 - 08.2000
- HVAC sheet metal duct installer, insulator, and fabricator. Commercial, industrial, and marine applications. Operated man-lifts and fork-trucks. Can read blue prints.
Plasmapherisis technician
AMERICAN PLASMA LAB
04.1993 - 04.1995
- Performed venipunctures, hook-up and disconnect of clients, stored and rotated stock of medical supplies, collected and shipped lab samples, culled reactive specimens, and maintained and repaired Haemonetics PCS I machines.
Water/Wastewater Operator
TDCJ-I.D. (Beto Unit)
06.1992 - 04.1993
- Handled 150# chlorine bottles. Performed general maintenance on pumps, motors, and rotameters. Collected grab samples for lab work. Maintained grounds and facilities.
- Handled 2000# chlorine bottles. Daily analytical testing: Imhoff cone, settleable solids, dissolved oxygen, pH, chlorine residual and total. Prepared composite and grab samples for lab. Maintained grounds, facilities, and emergency generator.
Education
No Degree - Water/Wastewater Utility credits
Texas A&M Extension Service
College Station, TXBachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Verbal communication
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved poor effluent numbers which led to my customer passing inspection and having a staff equipped with tools to tackle process issues themselves
Affiliations
- Texas Water Utility Association
- Texas On Site Wastewater Association
Certification
- Class C Surface Water issued by TCEQ (exp. on 11/13/2022)
- Class ‘C’ Groundwater issued by TCEQ (exp.09/14/2020)
- Class ‘A’ Wastewater issued by TCEQ (exp. 10/30/2022)
- OSSF Maintenance Provider issued by TCEQ (exp 05-30-2022)
- TDLR Registered Professional Sanitarian #5050 (exp. 11-30-22)
- Texas Water Utilities Association Program Chairman-TNS District
- President's List (4.0 GPA) Fall 2005 & Spring 2006 (Trinity Valley Community College, Palestine, TX)
- Gene Ohmstede Scholarship-Fall, 2011 (Lamar University)
- George Bryan Scholarship-Spring, 2012 (LU)
- Valid TWIC card (exp. 3/29/2023)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Water/Wastewater Utility Work
Dr. DooDoo OSSF Maintenance Services
06.2019 - Current
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
CITY OF ANAHUAC, TX
05.2018 - 06.2020
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
GULF UTILITY SERVICE, INC.
07.2016 - 06.2018
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
CAROTEX, INC.
05.2014 - 06.2016
Wastewater Operator (Class 'C')
SOUTHWEST SHIPYARDS, L.P.
02.2014 - 05.2014
Analyst
EARTH ANALYTICAL SCIENCES, INC.
04.2013 - 02.2014
Lawn Service, Pressure Washing, Handyman
BOB-OF-ALL-TRADES
11.2011 - 12.2013
Microbiology Prep Lab Assistant
LAMAR UNIVERSITY
06.2011 - 05.2013
Lawn Maintenance
CREEL INVESTMENTS, INC.
03.2011 - 10.2011
Waiter
GOLDEN CORRAL
06.2010 - 12.2010
Duct Installer/Fabricator
WAYNCO
08.2000 - 01.2001
Duct Installer/Fabricator
SHEET-METAL SPECIALISTS
04.1995 - 08.2000
Delivery Driver and Entertainer
ANYTHING IN A BASKET
04.1993 - 08.2004
Plasmapherisis technician
AMERICAN PLASMA LAB
04.1993 - 04.1995
Water/Wastewater Operator
TDCJ-I.D. (Beto Unit)
06.1992 - 04.1993
No Degree - Water/Wastewater Utility credits
Texas A&M Extension Service
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Lamar University