Cody Billings
Vallecito,Ca
Summary
Born and raised in Calaveras and Tuolumne County, I am searching for a job where I can continue to grow and learn. I am a resourceful Treatment Plant Operator offering 12+ years of hands on experience and monitoring Trickling Filter and Activated Sludge plant operations. I have the ability to figure out solutions with minimal resources and the knowledge that things need to be fixed properly in order to last. Through the years I have been a part of small upgrades like a new headworks, new motor installs and simple repairs of treatment processes to major projects like new sewer lines, new generators, and even the design of a new treatment facility. I like to be hands on and get things done, but I can also step back and alow others to do the work. I also like to better my own skills as well as learn anything new.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 3 Wastewater Operator Chief Plant Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
12.2018 - 07.2023
- Successfully transitioned and started a new treatment facility (G2 Trickling filter to G3 Activated sludge).
- Assisted with implementing a new CMMS for the collection system enhancing productivity of maintenance.
- Assisted with the development of Jamestown Sanitary District’s safety program, in accordance with OSHA standards, including the enforcement of safety and sanitation regulations, as the Jamestown Sanitary District Safety Officer.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual treatment plant and collection system reports in accordance with State and Federal Regulations.
- Directed and coordinated all activities that support compliance with the various permits under which the District operates.
- Responsible for the management of operations personnel, in compliance with employment laws, including hiring, establishing performance expectations and conducting performance reviews, developing training procedures and requirements, interpreting wage and hour laws, resolving grievances, disciplinary action up to the recommendation of termination, in collaboration with fellow Management, and under the direction and supervision of the Board of Directors.
- Maintained contact with District Engineer, County of Tuolumne, State and industry related agencies and attends meetings on District related items when required or requested.
- Developed, implemented, and updated as necessary, all District operation and maintenance plans, procedures, and policy proposals.
- Scheduled and negotiated with outside contractors as needed to perform specialty treatment plant and collection system work, also participated in maintenance repairs, rehabilitation projects and emergency responses.
- Facilitated requisition of materials, supplies, equipment, parts, and repair services as needed.
- Conferred with necessary consultants to ensure the operations and activities of the Jamestown Sanitary District comply with permit requirements and industry standards.
- Prepared purchase orders to include collection of bids, scope of work or service and maintenance schedules when appropriate.· As Safety Officer, reports any and all Worker's Compensation injuries and / or Equal Employment Opportunity complaints, respectively with reports and documents within required timeline, to fellow Management staff.
- Conducted introductory operations and safety training for all new employees, including the assignment of new employees to more experienced staff for specific training.
- Prepared and presented monthly reports on Plant and Collections operations to the Board of Directors.
- Maintained operations data and prepared management reports of District Operations.
GRADE 2 Wastewater Operator/Chief Plant Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
07.2016 - 12.2018
- Under policy direction of the Board of Directors
- Assisted with the development of Jamestown Sanitary District’s safety program, in accordance with OSHA standards, including the enforcement of safety and sanitation regulations, as the Jamestown Sanitary District Safety Officer.
- Prepared monthly and annual treatment plant and collection system reports in accordance with State and Federal Regulations.
- Directed and coordinated all activities that support compliance with the various permits under which the District operates.
- Responsible for the management of operations personnel, in compliance with employment laws, including hiring, establishing performance expectations and conducting performance reviews, developing training procedures and requirements, interpreting wage and hour laws, resolving grievances, disciplinary action up to the recommendation of termination, in collaboration with fellow Management, and under the direction and supervision of the Board of Directors.
- Maintained contact with District Engineer, County of Tuolumne, State and industry related agencies and attends meetings on District related items when required or requested.
- Developed, implemented, and updated as necessary, all District operation and maintenance plans, procedures, and policy proposals.
- Scheduled and negotiated with outside contractors as needed to perform specialty treatment plant and collection system work, also participated in maintenance repairs, rehabilitation projects and emergency responses.
- Facilitated requisition of materials, supplies, equipment, parts, and repair services as needed.
- Conferred with necessary consultants to ensure the operations and activities of the Jamestown Sanitary District comply with permit requirements and industry standards.
- Prepared purchase orders to include collection of bids, scope of work or service and maintenance schedules when appropriate.· As Safety Officer, reports any and all Worker's Compensation injuries and / or Equal Employment Opportunity complaints, respectively with reports and documents within required timeline, to fellow Management staff.
- Conducted introductory operations and safety training for all new employees, including the assignment of new employees to more experienced staff for specific training.
- Prepared and presented monthly reports on Plant and Collections operations to the Board of Directors.
- Maintained operations data and prepared management reports of District Operations.
GRADE 2 Wastewater Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Under general supervision operated and maintained a .230 MGD Wastewater Treatment Facility and Collection System.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move wastewater through the treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Input data from inspections, lab work, daily and weekly testing.
- Maximized treatment capacity by effectively managing sludge levels within sedimentation basins using solids removal techniques such as skimming or pumping out waste materials.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures to ensure consistency in plant operations and employee training.
- Maintained high water quality standards through regular testing procedures; promptly addressing any identified concerns or deviations from our WDR limits.
- Optimized plant performance by conducting regular maintenance on pumps, valves, and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including flow rates, chemical usage, and equipment performance for regulatory reporting purposes.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, D.O., and residual levels.
- Maintained sewer collections system and reduced system overflows by use of hydro-jetting and rodding.
- Inspected sewer mainlines via CCTV equipment.
GRADE 1 Wastewater Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
12.2012 - 02.2015
- Under general supervision, operated and maintained a .230 MGD Wastewater Treatment Facility and Collection Systems.
- Performed and recorded daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory tests for operational control of the treatment process.
- Operated and performed maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, compressors, and other equipment.
- Ordered supplies as needed for operations and repairs of the treatment plant.
- Performed preventative maintenance on the collection system as well as responded to any emergency calls as needed.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
OIT (OPERATOR IN TRAINING)
Jamestown Sanitary District
11.2011 - 12.2012
- Under direct supervision, operated and maintained a .230 MGD Wastewater Treatment Facility and Collection System.
- Performed and recorded daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory tests for operational control of the treatment process.
- Operated and performed maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, compressors, and other equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on the collection system as well as responded to any emergency calls as needed.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
VALLECITO/BRET HART HIGH SCHOOL
Altaville, CA2011
Some College (No Degree) -
Columbia College
Sonora, CASome College (No Degree) -
California State University - Sacramento
Sacramento, CASkills
- Hard Working, Loyal, Dedicated
- Computer Programs - Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, POSM, AutoCAD, Cartegraph, QuickBooks
- Lift/Pump Station Maintenance
- Aerobic Digestion
- Rotary Fan Dewatering Press
- Primary and Secondary Clarifiers
- Flow Meter Monitoring, Mag meter and Open Channel
- Pump operation and maintenance
- Small engines maintenance (chainsaw, weed-eater, trash pump, etc)
- Chemical Feed System Operation
- SCADA
- Instrumentation calibration
- Sample collecting
- Documentation skills
- Report Writing
Activities
- CVCWA Board member/secretary/Micro agency representative.
- Lvl 1 PSIA Ski Instructor (13 years)
- Outdoors person - Hiking, fishing, camping, Rock crawling.
- DIY Mechanic - worked on my own vehicles from changing tires to rebuilding engines.
- Construction experience - concrete, framing interior and exterior walls, drywall, basic electrical, Roofing.
Certification
- Licensed Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator #40569
Timeline
Grade 3 Wastewater Operator Chief Plant Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
12.2018 - 07.2023
GRADE 2 Wastewater Operator/Chief Plant Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
07.2016 - 12.2018
GRADE 2 Wastewater Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
02.2015 - 07.2016
GRADE 1 Wastewater Operator
Jamestown Sanitary District
12.2012 - 02.2015
OIT (OPERATOR IN TRAINING)
Jamestown Sanitary District
11.2011 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
VALLECITO/BRET HART HIGH SCHOOL
Some College (No Degree) -
Columbia College
Some College (No Degree) -
California State University - Sacramento
- Licensed Grade 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator #40569
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