Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline
Cody  Swensen

Cody Swensen

Buhl,ID

Summary

Experienced Water Treatment Plant Operator with 4+ years in field. Excellent problem-solving, planning and multitasking abilities in utility management. Consistently monitors influent quality, volume and processing to achieve outstanding results in water quality. Familiar with membrane filtration methods.

Innovative Cemetery grounds maintenance worker with multiple years of experience at transforming grounds into healthy and inviting havens for visitors. Proven sprinkler system expert with disciplined and tireless approach to keeping ahead of actual and potential grounds issues. Initiates and implements park and grounds improvement projects beyond expectations and to delight of employer and guests.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cemetery Maintenance

LCG Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for guest enjoyment.
  • Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
  • Cultivated and beautified park grounds and facilities through pruning, weeding and fertilizing across many acres.
  • Installed and operated irrigation systems, performed winterization in fall and reached 100 percent on-time sprinkling startup each spring.
  • Trimmed trees, bushes and shrubs to keep vegetation aesthetically pleasing.
  • Provided comitial services including, full burials, cremains both in wall and in ground, and putting in headstones/Niche covers.

Water Operator

City Of Jerome
11.2021 - 05.2022
    • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on water-treatment plant equipment to reduce downtime.
    • Monitored water quality and adjusted chemical dosages to meet regulatory standards.
    • Utilized SCADA systems to monitor and control plant operations.
    • Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
    • Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
    • Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
    • Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
    • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
    • Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
    • Trained new employees on safe and productive water-treatment plant operation.
    • Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
    • Monitored and adjusted controls to maintain optimal water quality.
    • Optimized water levels in tanks and other systems for best flow and quality.
    • Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
    • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.

Water Treatment Plant Operator

City Of Lincoln City
02.2018 - 04.2021
  • Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
  • Monitored water quality and adjusted chemical dosages to meet regulatory standards.
  • Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on water-treatment plant equipment to reduce downtime.
  • Conducted regular inspections to enforce compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
  • Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
  • Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
  • Trained new employees on safe and productive water-treatment plant operation.
  • Utilized SCADA systems to monitor and control plant operations.
  • Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
  • Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
  • Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
  • Monitored and adjusted controls to maintain optimal water quality.
  • Optimized water levels in tanks and other systems for best flow and quality.

Education

No Degree - Psychology

College of Southern Idaho, Twin Falls, ID

High School Diploma -

Twin Falls High School, Twin Falls, ID
06.2009

Skills

  • Equipment Dismantling
  • Power and Hand Tool Use
  • Unit Readiness
  • Safety Monitoring and Compliance
  • Mechanical Expertise
  • Knowledge of water systems both indoors and outside, and how to repair
  • Electrical and plumbing knowledge

Additional Information

In my years working as a water treatment plant operator, and just a regular water operator I obtained knowledge of many different fields, including most plumbing systems, how they work, and how to repair them. Also obtaining electrical knowledge because allot of times electrical and plumbing go hand in hand. As a grounds keeper I learned how to run big equipment, and further knowledge of water systems.

Timeline

Cemetery Maintenance - LCG Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2023
Water Operator - City Of Jerome
11.2021 - 05.2022
Water Treatment Plant Operator - City Of Lincoln City
02.2018 - 04.2021
College of Southern Idaho - No Degree, Psychology
Twin Falls High School - High School Diploma,
Cody Swensen