Christopher McClendon
Boynton Beach,Florida
Summary
A motivated Environmental Manager with over 19 years of experience as a Senior Water Treatment and Systems Supervisor, I am dedicated to promoting public health and environmental stewardship. I possess strong skills in supervising and managing water treatment plant operations, including the maintenance, repair, and updating of water systems. I am a reliable and adaptable team leader with a proven ability to ensure the efficient operation of environmental management systems.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
WATER TREATMENT PLANT SUPERVISOR
CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
02.2010 - 08.2021
- Strategically planned, directed, and supervised all aspects of water plant operations during the critical 3rd shift (1600-0000)
- This role required vigilant monitoring and precise adjustment of plant processes to ensure operational efficiency, utilizing specialized equipment and tools to maintain the plant's functionality effectively
- A key responsibility was guaranteeing that the produced drinking water consistently met or exceeded state and federal quality standards and regulations.
WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR
WHITESTOWN UTILITIES-ZIONSVILLE
ZIONSVILLE, IN
06.2008 - 11.2009
- Managed comprehensive water system operations, encompassing maintenance, monitoring, and oversight
- Duties included conducting repairs, performing systematic testing, and ensuring the disinfection of water mains while also executing regular flushing and cleaning of water mains to maintain system integrity
- Additional responsibilities included updating water meters, a critical task that ensured the continued modernization and efficiency of the water system.
WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR
WEST VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
RIALTO, CA
06.2002 - 06.2006
- Responsible for the comprehensive operation, maintenance, and repair of critical water infrastructure components
- This included water distribution systems, treatment facilities, wells, booster pump stations, and above and underground storage facilities
- Ensuring their optimal functioning and reliability to maintain consistent water supply and quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Policy And Management
Everglades University
Boca Raton, FL10.2023
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA06.2006
Skills
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Data collection and management
- Team leadership and management
- Water sampling
- Project planning and execution
- Active listener
- Sustainability strategy
- Environmental monitoring
- Hazard identification
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, CLASS A DRINKING WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR #18095, 04/2023
Accomplishments
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Everglades University
Timeline
WATER TREATMENT PLANT SUPERVISOR
CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH
02.2010 - 08.2021
WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR
WHITESTOWN UTILITIES-ZIONSVILLE
06.2008 - 11.2009
WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR
WEST VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
06.2002 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Policy And Management
Everglades University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Victor Valley College
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