Darrin Spencer
Lemoore,CA
Summary
Utility Systems Operator with 9 years experience seeking a management opportunity. An established, goal-oriented, purpose-driven individual looking for an organization with scope for career advancement and professional development. Focused leader committed to core values, driving results, and exceeding expectations. Experienced Technician and operator with broad background that includes construction, testing and treatment. Currently working as a Utility Systems Operator at Lemoore Naval Air Station.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utilities System Operator
Naval Facilities Engineering Command
04.2019 - Current
- Responsible for retrofit/new chemical delivery systems, build and operate, three separate systems.
- Lead efforts for plant improvements including SOP writing/updates.
- Controlled manufacturing plant operations using SCADA software.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
- Purchased materials and equipment by issuing purchase orders and Material Request Forms.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Received outstanding appraisal reviews for last 2 years. (attached) All appraisal ratings are positive.
- Have received 4 Cash Awards for outstanding work. (attached SF50)
Water Treatment Work Leader
Naval Facilities Engineering Command
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Pushed improvements of deteriorating equipment and structures
- Anticipated needs of plant and crew
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Reviewed timecards
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Performing maintenance on water treatment plant
- Determining work tasks
- Developing estimates for work to be performed
- Operating water/sewer utility system commodities for water treatment plant
- Assisting in preparing necessary reports and purchase orders using word processing, spreadsheets, and file management systems.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Led Site-Specific Safety Meetings
Utility Systems Operator
SJS Executives
07.2018 - 04.2019
- Supervisor: David Weisser ph: (559)904-3207
- 40 Hours per week (full-time)
- 34.00$ per hour
- Currently working as Utility Systems Operator at Lemoore Naval Air Station
- Operated water treatment plant on daily basis as needed.
- Responsible for collecting and transporting weekly, monthly and quarterly water samples, including bacteriological and analytical.
- Trained and operated Industrial Wastewater treatment Plant.
- Working as team member with coworkers and supervisors.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and daily logs.
- Assisted in coordinating procedures for facility and equipment maintenance or modification, including replacement of machines.
- Calibrated lab and field test instruments to keep them running at peak performance.
Utility Systems Operator
Granger Water Specialties
04.2014 - 06.2018
- Supervisor: Ronald Rapozo ph:(559) 553-5038
- 40 Hours per week (full-time, plus on call, overtime)
- 2,800$ Monthly
- Operation and Maintenance of water treatment and distribution systems.
- Assisting Operator of wastewater systems managed and operated by company according to rules for Operator in Training program as regulated by State of California.
- Installation of water and wastewater components including pumps, motors, and flow meters. Daily audits of water system efficiency and operation: duties including, customer service for new and existing services, audit and control of service efficiency.
- Enforcement of policies, regulations, and procedures for commercial and residential water and sewer services.
- Troubleshooting of common customer issues. (low water flow, sewer plugs, inadequate pressure, excessive use complaints) Monthly meter reading, including manual and touch read systems.
- Responsible for reporting monthly readings for each operated plant to system manager.
- Maintained adequate water storage tank levels and pressures to meet water demand.
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels and water quality indicators.
- Retained tank levels and flow rates to meet water demand.
- Executed field service work with little to no supervision, including water main and hydrant repairs, valve maintenance and water meter change-outs.
Education
Certificate -
California State University Sacramento - Office of Water Programs
Online, CorrespondentsSkills
- SCADA proficient
- Maintenance, repair, troubleshooting of equipment
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Extremely quick learner
- Good communication skills
- Multi-tasking
- Problem Solving
- Motivating Teams
- Time Management
Certification
State of California Water Resources Control Board Certifications
Water Distribution Operator
Grade: Water Distribution Grade 3 (D3)
Operator Number: 45120
Since: December 2015
3,000+ Hours Experience
Water Treatment Operator
Grade: Water Treatment Grade 3 (T3)
Operator Number: 37840
Since: January 2017
8,000+ Hours Experience
Wastewater Treatment Operator-in-Training
Grade: OIT-I
Operator Number: 42226
Since: February 2016
2,000 Hours Experience (short just 350 hours to Grade 2 certification)
Timeline
Water Treatment Work Leader
Naval Facilities Engineering Command
10.2023 - 01.2024
Utilities System Operator
Naval Facilities Engineering Command
04.2019 - Current
Utility Systems Operator
SJS Executives
07.2018 - 04.2019
Utility Systems Operator
Granger Water Specialties
04.2014 - 06.2018
Certificate -
California State University Sacramento - Office of Water Programs
State of California Water Resources Control Board Certifications
Water Distribution Operator
Grade: Water Distribution Grade 3 (D3)
Operator Number: 45120
Since: December 2015
3,000+ Hours Experience
Water Treatment Operator
Grade: Water Treatment Grade 3 (T3)
Operator Number: 37840
Since: January 2017
8,000+ Hours Experience
Wastewater Treatment Operator-in-Training
Grade: OIT-I
Operator Number: 42226
Since: February 2016
2,000 Hours Experience (short just 350 hours to Grade 2 certification)
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