Daron Booker
Houston,TX
Summary
DETAIL-ORIENTED AND AMBITIOUS PROFESSIONAL WITHPROVEN ORGANIZATIONAL
AND MULTITASKING SKILLS. TECH SAVVY, AND QUICKLY ADAPTS TO DIFFERENT
PROGRAMS AND PROCESSES. SELF - MOTIVATED AND OPERATES WELL IN BOTH
INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM CAPACITIES. COMMUNICATES PROMPTLY , AS WELL AS
CONCISELY OR THOROUGHLY, AS NEEDED. READY TO CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ORGANIZATION ANDUSE MY ABILITIES TO SUCCESS FULLY FILL ANY AVAILABLE ROLE ON YOUR TEAM.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Tech. II
WCID#111 F/N 279
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised trainees in understanding and adhering to state mandated permit guidelines for daily plant operations.
- Managed the organization of operating logs, chemical inventories, and maintenance logs.
- Participated in weekly Microsoft Teams meetings with upper management to discuss operational concerns and analyze data trends.
- Generated work orders for servicing and repair of damaged equipment
- Monitored operations and recorded/analyzed data using various computer software programs.
- Prepared daily operational reports and documented equipment performance
- Implemented safety protocols and monitored safety procedures to maintain a secure work environment
- Served as a mediator between Operations and contractors/vendors.
- Overseeing wastewater plant operations and troubleshooting at multiple facilities.
Water Technician I
Keegan's Bayou FN/250 WCID 111 F/N 279
06.2017 - 12.2020
- Provided oversight for the operation of multiple wastewater plants (KB and WCID 111), including monitoring and troubleshooting
- Monitor and control equipment (i.e
- Clarifiers, Aeration & Digester blowers, RAS/WAS pumps, Thickeners, Digesters)
- Utilize Citrix for digital record keeping of daily logs and TCEQ mandated readings
- Maintained permit compliance by adhering to all TCEQ mandated values
- Perform dewatering process with 3 belt presses (3 Meter)
- Conceptualized and assisted with the design and implementation of plant improvement projects
- Identify process deviations and perform root cause/corrective action
- Perform calibration check of meters at the beginning of each work shift for accuracy
- Perform preventative/routine maintenance on all equipment
- Demonstrated expertise in handling equipment such as large centrifugal pumps & blowers, overhead cranes, and fork lifts
- Applied knowledge and attention-to-detail to monitor gauges, dials, and indicators for compliance with industry standards
- Assist with training and supervising employees in a leadership role.
Operator Trainee
Keegan's Bayou WWTP F/N 250
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Assist lead Operator with troubleshooting equipment malfunction and processing issues
- Attain Class D License
- Learn TCEQ permit information, treatment and processing techniques, all equipment function, and follow protocol by informing lead Operator of issues found
- Interprets and follows oral and written instructions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Kinesiology
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX12-2000
H.S. Diploma -
Willowridge High School
Houston, TX05-1995
Certifications Awards
- TCEQ Class B Wastewater License
- NACWA Peak Performance Silver Award (2019, 2021, 2022)
References
- Don Williams - Operations Supervisor, 713-392-9679, Don.Williams@houstontx.gov
- Dr. Thomas Alikah - Wastewater Operations Assistant Manager, 713-504-7191, Thomas.Alikah@houstontx.gov
Certification
- Class B Wastewater License
- TCEQ Occupational
- Licensing Exp: 07/12/2026 WW0071776
Accomplishments
- NACWA Peak Performance Silver Award (2019, 2022)
Timeline
Water Tech. II
WCID#111 F/N 279
01.2024 - Current
Water Technician I
Keegan's Bayou FN/250 WCID 111 F/N 279
06.2017 - 12.2020
Operator Trainee
Keegan's Bayou WWTP F/N 250
06.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Kinesiology
Prairie View A & M University
H.S. Diploma -
Willowridge High School
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