DONALD STEWART
FORT EDWARD,NY
Summary
Seasoned Water Treatment Plant Operator offering many years of related experience. Skilled at operating front-end loaders and other equipment, restocking supplies, and managing chemical and flow levels throughout the facility. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Essity Professional Hygiene
South Glens Falls, New York
04.1996 - 03.2024
- Investigated operational problems related to process control systems or mechanical components within the system.
- Inspected grounds around plant area for debris that could interfere with normal operations or affect water quality.
- Assisted with plant start-up or shut down procedures in accordance with established protocols.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as lab reports or instrument readings then made necessary adjustments accordingly.
- Prepared monthly reports summarizing plant performance against set goals and objectives.
- Provided technical guidance to staff members assigned to assist in the operation of the plant.
- Developed sampling plans for monitoring effluent discharge from the treatment plant into receiving waters.
- Tested wastewater samples for pollutants using standard laboratory tests such as BOD and COD, ammonia, total suspended solids, oil and grease and other parameters.
- Trained new personnel on safe work practices associated with operating a wastewater treatment facility.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving spills or malfunctions at the plant site.
- Assisted in the development of operating procedures for new processes or modifications to existing processes.
- Participated in safety meetings; adhered strictly to safety rules while performing duties.
- Calibrated instruments such as meters, controllers and gauges on a regular basis to maintain accuracy levels.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations regarding water quality standards.
- Operated valves, pumps, blowers and aeration systems to control flow and processing of wastewater.
- Maintained records of process operations including flows rates, chemical dosages, test results, maintenance activities and other relevant data.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as filter backwashing and cleaning tanks according to scheduled preventive maintenance programs.
- Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers when discussing operation issues or troubleshooting problems.
- Monitored, adjusted, and maintained chemical feed systems for pH control, chlorine disinfection, and sludge conditioning.
- Performed watch duties and maintenance for plant chlorination equipment, centrifuges, heat exchanger equipment, boilers, valves, pipes and meters.
- Monitored plant supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA), calibrated gauges, meters and controls and recorded readings for next shift.
- Ran and operated regulators, diversion chambers, tide gates, pumps, sludge collecting treatment and disposal equipment, blowers, compressors, motors and oil purifying equipment.
- Prepared field reports and performed process control analysis and verified compliance with local, state and federal operating regulations.
- Sampled and tested wastewater, applied chemical dosing, received chemical shipments, and performed wastewater plant preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance.
- Analyzed sewage composition and clean water quality and periodically inspected chemical bulk storage tank levels, leakage warning systems and spill containment devices.
- Added chemicals to disinfect and deodorize water and other liquids.
- Performed housekeeping duties to keep facilities clean and neat.
- Cleaned and maintained tanks, filter beds and other work areas.
- Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- Assisted in safe unloading and storage of chemicals.
Loader and Unloader
Essity Professional Hygiene
Saratoga, NY
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping floors, removing debris, and organizing supplies.
- Operated pallet jacks to move skids throughout the warehouse facility.
- Utilized computer programs to track orders and update inventory levels accordingly.
- Organized inventory by placing items in designated areas within the warehouse space.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations and policies.
- Prepared outgoing shipments for delivery by securing items onto pallets or into boxes and crates.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks using forklift equipment.
- Inspected unloaded product for shortages, damage, quality or deterioration of packing and reported findings to supervisor.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
Education
High School Diploma -
Argyle Junior/Senior High School
Argyle, NY06-1987
Skills
- Shipment Processing
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Maintaining records
Timeline
Loader and Unloader
Essity Professional Hygiene
10.2023 - 03.2024
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Essity Professional Hygiene
04.1996 - 03.2024
High School Diploma -
Argyle Junior/Senior High School
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