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Donavon Ascencio

Mishawaka,IN

Summary

A seasoned water and wastewater operator with a distinguished history of operational and maintenance success. My leadership abilities are well-established, consistently demonstrated through team leadership selections by my peers, and recognized by management and colleagues for expertise and reliability.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Utility Operator

City of Elkhart
Elkhart, IN
09.2014 - Current
  • Served as liaison for operational safety, collaborating with departments to develop employee safeguarding solutions.
  • Served as in-house SCADA manager.
  • Generated SCADA reports.
  • Facilitated resolution of SCADA issues for management.
  • Held interim supervisory position for year and a half.
  • Processed payroll in Paycor.
  • Provided guidance to enhance the skills of newly hired operators.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Negotiated labor contracts.
  • Help facilitate better communication between co-workers.

Operator

Elkhart Environmental Processing
Elkhart, IN
01.2006 - Current
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and fabricated needed elements.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

Emergency Service Counselor

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
Goshen, IN
03.2010 - 05.2013
  • Completed client intake forms and facilitated client admissions.
  • Provided de-escalation services for both child and adult clients, often assuming a leadership role.

Education

Goshen High School

Skills

    Leadership capabilities

    Detailed oriented

    Strong interpersonal and communication skills

    Organized

    Bilingual

    Experienced in both maintenance and operations

    Critical thinking skills

    Hazardous materials handling

    Strong in mathematics

    Prepared reports for management

Certification

  • Class IV Wastewater Certification
  • WT 3 Water Certification
  • DSL Water Certification

Timeline

Utility Operator

City of Elkhart
09.2014 - Current

Emergency Service Counselor

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
03.2010 - 05.2013

Operator

Elkhart Environmental Processing
01.2006 - Current

Goshen High School
Donavon Ascencio