Hi, I’m
Dale E. Harris
Apple Valley,UT
Summary
Twenty years of experience in the water industry. Of those years, twenty have been in the water conveyance and treatment fields with eighteen years in management. Very dependable and self motivated person who is willing take on any job and stay with it till completion. Strong working relationships with immediate co-workers, other departments, and with individuals from other water and compliance agencies.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Big Plains Water Special Service DistrictApple Valley, UT
District Manager/Operator
03.2013 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Manage daily operation of all District well heads and distribution water system. Responsible for making operational decisions affecting safety and efficient operation of these systems. This position is designated as DRC (Direct Responsible Charge).
- Supervise six domestic system operators in operation and maintenance of turnouts, wells, pipelines, valves, pumps, and storage tanks.
- Ability to analyze Districts well facilities and implement operational changes as required ensuring safe and efficient operation.
- Supervise operation and maintenance of regional telemetry control and monitoring system including administration of system reports, graphics, alarm points, control schemes, etc.
- Management of District's groundwater pumping water programs.
- Plan, organize, analyze and evaluate domestic system operational modes.
- Plan and implement operational changes to ensure system reliability, provide acceptable water quality, water conservation and minimize cost of service.
- Forecast demand, tank elevation and water supply available by review of system monitoring devices.
- Responsible for maintenance and review of daily operational records of system pressure, demand, tank elevation, labor, equipment charges and material purchases.
- Prepare various weekly, monthly and semi-annual reports including tank surveillance, water and energy usage regarding System Operations.
- Record and expedite Customer Service Requests (CSRs) originating from Customer Service Department.
- Supervise major pipeline, pump station, tank and turnout shutdowns and tests.
- Coordinate major operational changes with Engineering and Customer Service Departments.
- Initiate requests to purchase parts, materials, tools and equipment required to perform system operations and meter maintenance functions.
- Review and approve invoices for items purchased.
- Train System Operators in safety procedures and system operations techniques, including adjustment of pressure control structures, maintenance of system monitoring and control equipment and testing and repair of system components.
- Prepare annual operating budget for Water Operations.
- Participate in selection, counseling and training of employees. Review and evaluate performance of assigned personnel on timely basis; recommend salary adjustments, promotions and disciplinary action for assigned staff.
- Review/comment on preliminary construction project plans from Engineering and consulting engineering firms.
- Attend pre-construction and planning/design meetings for new facilities.
- Attend regularly scheduled Board of Directors and Committee meetings providing input and expertise relative to District operations, and presentations as directed.
Zion Canyon Brewing CompanySpringdale, UT
Owner/Operator/Brewer
10.2005 - 07.2012
Job overview
- Operation and maintenance of 15bbl brew house and cellar.
- Operation and maintenance of bottling, labeling and keg machines.
- Employee management; hire, fire, disciplinary action and evaluations.
- Perform administrative duties such as compiling and graphing information to maintain consumption records for Operations; composing letters, completing Customer Service Reports, initiating purchase requisitions, material sign-out sheets, and damage reports; maintaining daily journals and data documentation.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
Town Of SpringdaleSpringdale, UT
Public Works Director
02.1997 - 10.2005
Job overview
- Manage staff, methods, equipment, schedules, materials, and recommended budgets to complete installation, repair, maintenance, and operations of all areas under Public Works Department: Water Distribution, Water Treatment, Streets, Parks, Storm Water, Public Works and Administration vehicle maintenance, and City owned facilities and properties.
- Exercise supervision over Public Works staff, perform employee evaluations, recommend hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, training, and terminations.
- Plan, schedule, direct, and oversee development and completion of Public Works Department work plans, assign projects, monitor workflow, evaluate methods and procedures, oversee inventory and ordering of materials, provide time accounting and timesheet approval, review and evaluate work of departmental policies and procedures, maintain department records, create reports, oversee 5 employees and contract workers.
- Oversaw Water Treatment Plant and Water Distribution system including installation and repair of water meters, service lines, and water leaks, as well as complete utility locates and water sample tests, maintain and repair hydrants and valves, monitor and operate pump stations and reservoirs (tanks), including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Also served as Town's mandated “person in direct responsible charge” (DRC) for water distribution system under Utah law.
- Manage Street system including road rights-of-way clearing, street sweeping, sanding, de-icing, and snow plowing, backing of shoulders, minor pavement repairs and striping or curb painting, issue encroachment permits/utility cuts, as well as visually inspecting bridges, sidewalks and paths, and oversee construction of pavement management contracts (seal coat, chip seal, pavement overlays).
- Oversaw Parks System including park mowing, fertilizing, irrigation system repair, park and playground inspections/repairs, restroom maintenance/repair/ janitorial, and park maintenance (winterizing, bark, playground chips, sand, and gravel). Manage park mowing contract as needed.
- Monitor Storm System and maintain City storm facilities, irrigation/storm ditches, detention systems, and keep record of activities (Phase II permitting). Manage contract ditch cleaning, as needed. Oversee construction of major storm projects.
- Maintain Public Works and Administration Vehicles and keep records of vehicle/equipment inspections and scheduled maintenance.
- Enforce all safety rules and procedures for work areas, including traffic control plans, personal protective equipment, safety meetings, and monitor training schedules and keep records.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from general public, City staff and outside agencies. Provided excellent customer service including respond in timely manner to telephone calls, written requests and inquiries, meet with citizens to resolve complaints, as well as assist other Town staff, agencies, business community, and general public with special events or emergencies.
- Provide data, technical and system knowledge for capital improvements projects and long term maintenance and operations. Provide review of development plans, and consultant proposals as requested.
- Monitor and recommend budget expenditures for each year.
- Represented Town at community, interagency, regulatory/advisory meetings, boards, and functions as appropriate, and establish and maintain effective relationships with peers in other agencies and organizations, business community, and citizen groups.
- Participate in Public Works on call rotating off-hours and emergency schedule.
Education
Hurricane High SchoolHurricane, UT
High School Diploma
03.1986
Skills
- 20 years of water industry experience
- Experience in compiling and managing budgets
- Strong knowledge of DDW and EPA regulations
- Asset Management
- Excellent knowledge of hydraulics
- Adapts quickly to new technologies
- Leadership/communication skills
- 35 years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance
Certification
- State of Utah DDW Distribution Grade 2
Timeline
District Manager/Operator
Big Plains Water Special Service District
03.2013 - 03.2023
Owner/Operator/Brewer
Zion Canyon Brewing Company
10.2005 - 07.2012
Public Works Director
Town Of Springdale
02.1997 - 10.2005
Hurricane High School
High School Diploma
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